iKAT drawstring tote bag - fun and quick sewing project

 

I just got back from exploring the northern region of Thailand covering a couple of beautiful places like Chiang Mai, Sukhorthai, Pai, Mai Hong Song and Ayutthaya.   It was an awesome journey especially during the pandemic period, it is just not possible to travel any where. 

After coming back from a challenging trip, only then do I realized I still haven't post this really fun and quick to sew iKAT drawstring tote bag sewing project. 

iKAT (meaning to tie in Indonesian language) drawstring tote bag tutorial is going to be and easy and really fun to sew project. It is suitable for all levels of sewing skills.  Finished project can be used for many occasions or purposes.  a casual tote bag, crochet or knitting project bag or even a big lunch bag if you wish, the interior and pockets are just handy to hold and organize your belongings.

 

This sewing pattern contains 18 pages of step-by-step photo illustrated instructions (mainly photos) to guide you through almost every single step of the sewing.

 

All you need is just very simple sewing materials to start with (refer to last photo for materials required). With just very simple twist of exterior or lining fabrics used, you will surely create very beautiful and unique pouch using this pattern.  In this project, I used a printed fabric ribbon as my drawstring, this catches my friends' attention instantly. :D

 

Features :

• light weight and easy to carry around.

• multiple pockets, 2 exterior pockets, 2 big interior pockets, and 3 smaller pockets for smaller items such as pen, rulers (especially useful for crochet lovers).

• A drawstring top to secure you items.

 

The interior of the bag also offers 4 big pockets and 4 smaller pockets to hold smaller items.  

Remember to check it out by clicking any of the photos above or check out at my Etsy shop for more cute things to sew

 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/903096983/ikat-drawstring-bag-sewing-pattern?ref=shop_home_active_15

Quick and easy beginner wallet sewing project, ECO wallet sewing pattern

This is a really cute pouch that is really quick to make and offer  myriad of  uses.  You can use it as a credit card / business card holders, travel wallet, coin purse, light to carry wallet of all time.    Spring holiday is coming soon, if you are looking for something quick for your coming trip, here's a good wallet project for you.

Check out this sewing pattern at my Etsy shop or click any of the photos below to lead you to my shop. 

Approximate Finished Dimensions (width x height):

4(1/2)" x 3(1/4)"

You will need:

• ¼ yard exterior fabric

• colourful scrap fabric for the strap

• ¼ yard lining fabric

• ¼ yard woven fusible interfacing - Pellon SF101

• Optional : 5” x 2 ½ “ of kraft paper, cardboard paper or the like. This material helps to create firmer result to your slot in cover.

Wanderer cross body bag PDF sewing pattern

How is your summer going ?   It has been a great and wonderful summer for me this year.  My second sister who has been living in Europe for more than 10 years is now back home for long holidays. 

The idea of Wanderer cross body was Inspired by my sister who wish to have a small cross body bag that hold small daily essentials in an organized way. Hence come a small bag with multiple pockets ^v^

This is a fun to sew and functional 2 zippers and multiple pockets cross body bag that is just perfect to store your daily essential. It is perfect for many occasions or seasons, from day-to-day usage, leisure shopping to travelling purpose, a bag for all time and all seasons.

** You can opt to make this bag into a wristlet clutch or a cross body bag too. 

Remember to check it out at my Etsy shop by clicking any of this photo.

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- Many pockets to organize small daily essentials (cell phone, key, wallet, lip balm, mini parfum, essential oil, access card etc).

- Small, light and roomy pouch - 1 big zipper compartment to carry your daily essentials such as smartphones, lipsticks, lip balm, mini parfum etc in an organized manner.

- 2 small zipper compartments to hold your handy essential like lip balm, mini parfum, access card, phone, compact powder etc)

- 1 zipper compartment at the back of the bag to secure your essentials at the same time allowing easy access to them.

- suitable for any occasion from daily usage to traveling. You can use it as a clutch or wristlet clutch too.

- multiple ways usage, as a shoulder bag, crossbody bag, or fanny pack (waist bag by sliding the slide ring to the end)

 Depends on your choices, you can opt to  make this bag as a shoulder bag, cross body bag, or fanny pack (waist bag by sliding the slide ring to the end)

The pattern also include the tutorial to make the cross body strap and an optional downloadable tutorial to make a wristlet for this bag. 

Remember to check it out at my Etsy shop. ^v^

Substantial and stylish quilted everyday long wallet pattern

This is just a substantial and super stylish wallet sewing pattern or an on-the-go coin purse to keep your cash or credit cards in order beside inject a little personality into your daily essentials.  And this pattern is available in my shop now 

(for enquiry : storyquilter@gmail.com)

You will receive clear step by step 14 pages of photo illustrated PDF Pattern instantly with 2 pattern templates, after your payment completed. Also a bonus tutorial to sewing bias tape (photo illustrated too). Please be informed that this sewing pattern is written in English.

Very simple materials required to make something beautiful (^u^)

All you need are just very simple materials from your sewing studio ! 

♥ lining and cotton fabrics, (if you have a lot of scrap fabrics that's just too beautiful to let go, this is definitely the sewing project to make full use of your fabrics).

♥ fusible interface (just 1 small piece but optional)

♥ Linen fabric, lining and batting 14 (1/2)” x 9 (1/2)”

♥ 1 piece of 8“ zipper

♥ sewing materials and water soluble pen

& of course, your passion to sew 

 Features of this (as shown in photo)

♥ substantial wallet to keep your credit cards and cash, iphone etc in order. Most importantly, it is super stylish!

♥ multipurpose usage as everyday wallet, night out wallet, travel organizer and definitely a great gift ! I made one for my sister too ( the green wallet in last photo ) and she loves it really really so much ! ^v^ )

♥ Padded and quilted with interfacing that is light to carry and comfortable to hold

♥ 6 card pocket compartments that hold up to 4 cards (of course, you can slot in 2 cards in each pocket too).

♥ 1 big pocket for your notes, receipts, travel ticket etc

♥ 1 big compartment for your electronic gadget, passport, shopping list notepad and pen, check book and even a small lipstick or compact powder.

♥ 1 big zipper pocket at the back to hold your cash and coins, even some keys (not too bulky).

Choose your favorite fabric and try out to see how you can wonderful wallet using this pattern.

Approximate Dimension :

4 (3/4)” x 8” (11cm x 20.5 cm )

When closed (flat) 8” x 8” (20.5 x 20.5) when opened

You will surely end up loving to make a lot of this wallet, and of course to use it !

Check it out at my Etsy shop or click on any of the photo above to lead you to this beautiful wallet pattern ^v^

Sew a fast and easy minimalist zipper wallet

Sew a very quick to make unisex zipper wallet using this pattern !

I designed and made this minimalist style unisex zipper wallet due to my husband’s request.  Before we went to Spain, my husband wanted a wallet that can easily allow him to put in his cash, coins and credit cards with handy pocket size.  There will be no hassle looking for wallet in his backpack when we were on our trip. 

After designing the size and template for this wallet, It took me about less than an hour to sew this wonderful wallet for him.  I used ticking fabric and thin cotton jeans-look-alike fabric, just to present a unisex look for this wallet (sometimes I can use it too ^v^).

All you need are just simple materials to start this sewing project and it surely is going to be great gift for your love one.

♥ lining and fabrics 

♥ medium fusible interface

♥ sticky pad 

♥ zipper 6.5" 

♥ sewing materials, marking pencil

* Very handy for its size, Fits comfortably in your front or back pocket, also making it a perfect size as travel wallet. Absolutely a wonderful minimalist wallet too.
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APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS

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● 5 (1/4) “ x 3 (1/4)” 

* 1 zipper pocket for your cash and coins, cheque and keys.

* 1 pocket at the front secured with sticky strap that holds your credit cards, driver license , gift cards well. The pocket is able to hold 4 – 5 cards

Ready to sew this wallet ? Check out my Etsy shop or click on any of the photo above to lead you to my shop ^v^

https://www.etsy.com/listing/511933110/quick-and-easy-to-make-unisex-mini?ref=shop_home_feat_4

Good books to recommend.

If you are looking for very simple projects or a pure beginners and wish to explore the world of bag makings,  please feel free to visit my Etsy shop for the handmade bag projects at the link below or just click on the photos below to link you to the site. ^u^