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

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^

Flap Over Zipper Square Pouch pattern

If you are seeking to make a pouch that reveals chic and simplicity, then you should really get this pattern to make this cute flap over zipper pouch.

This sizable pouch is perfect choice for carrying on hands

it offers adequate space to put in your essentials. You will find 1 main zipper compartment for your daily essential and a flap over cover pocket for your credit cards, cash and coins. 

All you need is really simple to get materials to start this project.

♥ Front fabrics (I am using light weight canvas)
♥ medium weight (medium soft) interface 
♥ 10 (1/4)” (26. cm) zipper 
♥ 2 pieces - bias strap lining fabrics 1 ½” x 19.5” (4cm x 49.5 cm)
♥ 2 rivets and tools to install the rivets or button snaps (1.2cm in diameter)
♥ An O ring or D ring (2.5cm) or a pair if you wish to turn this pouch into a sling bag
♥ Sewing materials, sewing machine and water soluble pen, of course !

The original pattern assist you to make this pouch into a key ring bag, however, If you have a ready sling belt, you can also turn this pouch pattern into a really cute sling pouch.  The creativity is really in your hands.  (you can make it into a children's sling pouch too)

Approximate measurement :

4” (H) x 6” (W) x 2.5” (D)

It is really a great bag size for multiple usages (traveling, cosmetic, toiletries, makeup, accessory, gadget pouch etc)

Simply click on any of the photo above to lead you to this pattern. 

Have fun sewing !  ^v^

New Sewing Pattern : double zipper multipurpose square pouch

This square pouch sewing pattern is designed to provide 2 compartments which is substantial size for your cash and coins, credit cards, lipsticks and compact, keys, or any small daily things you need to grab when you are on the go. It is so simple and quick to make.

♥ double zipper compartments that provide substantial space to keep your credit cards, coins, cash, keys, lipsticks and compact etc in order. And it is super stylish!

♥ multipurpose usage as everyday pouch, night out pouch, cosmetic or gadget organizer (contact lenses) and many other usage. It is also a great gift for your love one! so much ! ^v^ ). 1 pouch for lots of occasion.

All you need is just very simple sewing materials to start. With just very simple twist of front fabric used, you will surely create very beautiful and fashionable style effect pouch using this pattern. 

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APPROXIMATE DIMENSION

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5.5”(w) x 2.5”(H) x 2.5 (D)

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

To purchase  :  Click on any of the photo above to link you to my Etsy shop or you can always email directly to me at StoryQuilter@gmail.com .

Bonjour Paris !! Eiffel Tower Zakka Style Cushion Cover for beginner available in my Etsy

I have been taking these 2 fabrics in and out from my fabric closet many times and always put them back when I can't find any "solution" to the fabrics at all.  And quite luckily, I have got idea to "solve my problem" these few days, without much hesitation, I started to design and sew them within the same day.  

Since I have some request from FB friends to make something nice and easy for beginners from time to time.  I decided to make this cushion into my beginner level pattern. 

If you are new to sewing, it doesn't mean that you can’t make something as cute as those beautiful cushion displayed on the commercial windows.  Take my new Boujour Paris cushion cover pattern as an example, you will surely be amazed that you can actually make it easily.

The pattern is definitely a good learning exercise for you and most of all, you are going to get a nice and stylish cushion to brighten up your room.

If you are interested to purchase this pattern, please feel free to email me at 

StoryQuilter@gmail.com

or visit my Etsy shop at the link below. 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/storyquilt

A little introduction to zakka, : Zakka is a fashion and design phenomenon originate from Japan.  Zakka refers to everything and anything that improves your home, life and appearance.  It can range from goodies collected from other countries, from modern colorful goodies to antiques, from kawaii (cute) to  vintage etc).

Very fashionable and girlish purse sewing pattern available in my Etsy now !

Last year in December, I made my 7^th visit to Japan , I like this country so much because it has so many ideas to offer to someone like me ^u^ .  I found that in Japan, most of them are using long purse with many compartments and card pockets.  This idea is really good as it keeps your money and personnel documents well organised.  Since then, the idea of making a long purse pattern has always in my mind.

And yesterday, I have completed this mission !!  (fulfilling) 

I have made this into a pattern because I know for sure a lot of friends out there will be so happy to have a unique purse made by themselves.  All you need to do is choose the fabrics you like and just start sewing using my pattern in my Etsy shop.

You can also change the strap to make this purse into a sling bag and it is going to be very stylish too

So here is my work …. *v*, I hope you will love the idea

To view more of my works, kindly visit my Facebook at the link below

https://www.facebook.com/story.quilt.9