HOW TO SEW A ZIP POCKET TUTORIAL

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Step 1 

At the RS of the last piece of Body Lining Panel,

 

·       Measure 3.0” from the top raw edge of centre seam. Mark the position of the zipper

 

·       Using the Zip Pocket template, centre the zipper position (the rectangle) onto marked point as shown in photo on the right

Step 2

 ·       transfer the zipper position onto RS of bag lining piece

Step 3. 

Centrefold zip pocket lining lengthwise (RST)/  Then transfer ZIP POCKET position onto one side of zip pocket lining only

Step 4.        

With both Bag Body Lining and Pocket lining RST, match the position of pocket at both lining pieces together;  

·       Pin in place. 

·       Stitch along the rectangle area (ie. The zipper area)

Step 5

·    Draw a centre line through both layers of fabric between the two stitching lines, stopping about 1/2″ from the rectangle’s short ends.

·     Then draw a Y shape at both ends (red line in photo below)

 

 

Step 6

 ·     Cut a slit through both layers. Then slowly cut the along the drawn lines

Avoid cutting the sewing line when you reached the Y shape.

Step 7

 ·     Pull the pocket fabric through the window to the other side, so you get the pieces to be wrong-sides-together.

 

·       When you have the lining on the other side, pull on the lining and finger-press the seam to hide the lining part so that it is not visible from the front side. Warm iron if required.

Step 8

 ·     With RS of zipper facing up, centre the zipper under the opening. Pin in place.

·     Change to zipper foot, edgestitch (SA 1/8”) around the zipper opening (dotted line).

Step 9

·      Flip lining panels to the wrong side

 

·    Fold up the pocket piece up and pin around the top and sides.

 

 

·     Fold the bag lining as shown in photo

 

·   Stitch the pocket top and sides with a SA 3/8” as shown in dotted lines of photos above and right side.

 

 ·    You will get to the zipper pocket as shown.  Set aside.

Easy-going double zipper pouch sewing pattern

Just one Sewing Pattern to sew up 3 different designs 

for double zip pouches that serve many purposes 

in any occasion.  

You can use the Size L as daily clutch pouch, 

Size M as your iphone bag, traveling bag, 

day out bag.  

While Size S can be used a small handy money 

and makeup pouch, 

notion pouch, and  many other purposes 

that you can think of.

 
All you need is just very simple sewing materials , cute 

scrap fabrics to start. With just very simple twist 

of exterior fabric used, 

you will surely create a very beautiful and unique 

pouch using this pattern. 

 

LARGE - 7(1/2)” (H) X 10” (W) 7(1/2)” 

Spacious Size L pouch will have 2 interior pockets 

to help you organize your essentials .

MEDIUM - H X 5(1/4)” W 4(1/2)”

Size M as your iphone bag, traveling bag, day out bag

SMALL - 4.5" (H) X 5(3/4)” W

The smallest pouch can be used as handy money and 

cosmetic pouch,

 notion pouch, travel pouch etc 

This sewing pattern is going to be a really fun, quick, 

easy and really cute to have double zipper pouch sewing project 

for you.   

Simply click on any photo above to lead you to my pattern shop. 

Have fun sewing !  

Sasha Zip Around Wallet sewing pattern - a fun way to sew your own wallet

  Let me introduce to you my Sasha zip around wallet sewing pattern.  The idea of this long wallet was suggested by a bff, Lin, who recently showed me her new LV monogram zippy wallet.  I am not a big fan of branded goods but was kind of interested with the design and size and how practical it is to use a wallet or clutch.  Lin suddenly suggested to me that I should turn it into a pattern.  Hmm... before she suggested that, I already have that in mind 😄😄😄  

Here it is, my Sasha Zip Around Wallet Sewing Pattern.

This is a feminine and functional zip around wallet that is really fun to sew. The design and size offers an array of practical features, including spacious compartments, a zipped coin pocket and multiple card slots. The all-round zip further secure your belongings. The comfortable size also allows you to store your phone and you can carry it like a clutch. All you need is your chosen fabrics to turn this sewing project into a magical clutch of your own.  

So, when are you going to have fun and  make yourself a Sasha wallet ?  

Check it out by clicking any of the photos below to lead you to this cute sewing pattern ^v^

Approximate Finished Dimensions (width x height):
7(1/2)" x 4(1/4)" x 1"

You will need simple materials to begin this sewing project:

• ¼ fat quarter for exterior fabric
• ½ yard lining
• 10 (1/2)” x 9” light weight woven fusible interface
• 1 fat quarter single sided fusible stabilizer
• 15 “ x 10(1/2)” kraft paper or cardboard paper for firmer wallet exterior (if you can’t find this, you can use single sided, medium weight fusible interface)
• 17 ½ “ x 1 ¼ “ , do not use any zipper that is less than 3 cm in width
• 8” polyester zipper (inner pocket)
• fabric marker, fabric glue or glue gun(not required but handy) , ruler, scissors and sewing materials etc

RUTH convertible tote bag sewing pattern

I actually designed this tote bag using a plain denim fabric for my own use.  It is really a nice tote bag to have and really easy and fun to sew during the process of making this tote bag.  I decided to redesign it into a convertible tote with crossbody bag strap and also I am using contrasting fabric print for the front pockets.   I am so thrilled with the result.   Here it is, my new sewing pattern, RUTH convertible tote bag, is available in my Etsy shop now.  Simply click on any photo below to lead you to my Etsy shop ^v^

 It is a mid-sized tote bag (or you can opt to make it as a crossbody bag) that is perfect for everyday use ! It is a fun to sew and functional multiple pockets tote bag (or 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. 

It's simple yet sophisticated to carry around. With a little touch of you chosen fabrics (either you can make it plain or a contrasting pockets at the front), you’ll will create a tote bag that you love ! I am owning the denim Ruth tote bag myself now (^v^).

*** SPECIAL FEATURES ***

- Many roomy pockets
*pockets 1 Main zipper pocket
* 1 front zippered pocket for keeping things handy and secure.
* 2 slip pockets at the front for easy store your essential such us sunglass, notepad, keys, access card etc
* 2 slip pockets in the tote bag
- crossbody adjustable strap ( the sewing pattern provides separate file for making the straw and optional for your download).
- short handles for easy grab and go
- with so many pockets and roomy compartment, you can use it as a project bag too.

*** MATERIALS REQUIRED***

Fabrics and interfacing

• 1 yard exterior fabric
• 1 yard lining
• ½ yard fusible fleece
• 1 fat quarter fusible interfacing
• 1 zipper 13 ½” x 1” width zipper (main compartment)
• 1 zipper 11(½)” x 1” width zipper (front pocket)

For the bag straps :

• 2 pieces of 1” width swivel
• 2 pieces of 1” width D rings
• 1 piece of 1” width slide bucket or strap slider
• 1 piece of 56” (length) x 1” width cotton or polyester belting
• 2 pieces of 2( ½ )” x 1” cotton or polyester belting

The Pattern also provide another instant downloadable page for you to make your own cross body bag strap.  You can use it as a tote or crossbody bag as you like it.

Remember to check it out at my shop ^v^