Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I’m inspired by all of my mixed media artist friends, and with a little coaxing from a friend I created this “Tropical Explosion” cross body purse! My first mixed textile purse. (10″ width x 8″ length) What do you think? Is it a…
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The Red Purse- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I’ve upcycled a leather jacket I found for $20 to make this red purse… Words can not express the challenges I faced while working with this leather, but I didn’t give up! What do you think? Is it a Hit or Miss?…
Vinyl Cosmetic Bag Tutorial
This is a quick and easy cosmetic bag tutorial using two types of vinyl products! I’ve experimented with the clear plastic vinyl and the Heat bond fusible vinyl, which produced different results when used separately. Using only the clear plastic vinyl produced a bulky bag that was tough to handle. When I used the Heat bond…
Sewing Tip- Make your own gathered front Top
This is the first sewing tip post of the New Year, and you’re in for a fabulous treat! So Sew Easy teaches you how to make a gathered front top for yoga class, or everyday wear, using stretch fabric. Included is a video tutorial for beginners and a FREE pattern download! Learn how to mange knit stretch fabric, sew the perfect neck line, arm holes and princess…
A Custom Order- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! Here’s a custom order that I’m working on. I wanted to share the beginning stages with you, because I’ve been thinking that others would enjoy this one too! What do you think? Is it a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab?…
Pink- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I’ve been working on colorful cosmetic bags, and I’m still working on the right amount of vinyl and fusible vinyl to use, but I had to share another look. I will post a product review on the fusible vinyl soon. So while I aim for…
A Frugal Pattern Making Pursuit
If you love to copy sewing patterns, or if you make your own sewing patterns here’s a cost saving tip for you! Trace your pattern onto a paper drop cloth, which can be found at your local hardware store in the paint section. This recycled paper roll is 140-ft x 2.33 ft., and cost between $5-$10. If you…
For the love of purple
Wanted to share the newest addition to the vinyl cosmetic bag line.
Cosmetic Bag- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! Introducing the cosmetic bag! Everyone’s asking for a cosmetic bag, and I’m in the process of perfecting the look. What do you think? Is it a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? I choose a bright colorful fabric with a clear…
E-Tablet Clutch- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! You get the first look at the e-tablet clutch! The perfect clutch to carry your electronic tablet, Kindle, and much more. What do you think? Is it a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? I used the toggle button, zipper and zipper…
Animal Prints- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I’ve never been an animal print type of gal, but these prints caught my eye! “People can change….” I’m still a little shy of the prints so I was a bit conservative with the tote bag creations. I do plan to have a little fun with…
Backpack Purse- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I want to introduce the backpack purse! I had so much fun creating this purse that I forgot to add pockets to this prototype. I plan to improve this pattern and make a tutorial of this in the upcoming weeks. What do you…
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