Clear Halloween Tote Bag with GLOW IN THE DARK sticks

October 19, 20191 Comment

First of all, let say, photographing a clear bag and glow in the dark bags are not easy tasks! However, I was so excited to get this idea posted and shared in time for you to create a few Halloween Bags for the littles before Halloween, that I decided to go with what I had.

Aren’t these fun?!?! I think Ace and Evie will get a kick out of being able to see their candy in their clear Trick Or Treat Totes, but they will be very excited about the Glow In The Dark feature.

I had this idea the other day to create clear Halloween Tote bags. I was talking to my friend, Teri, and she mentioned throwing a glow stick in would be a fun addition to the bag and so, the Glow In The Dark – Clear Halloween Tote was created. I love it!!!

As always, I’ve got a step by step tutorial for you to give you a general idea on how I constructed this bag. You can adjust the sizes according to your Trick or Treater.

Let’s Make Velvet Pumpkin

October 14, 2019Leave a comment

Who says pumpkins need to be orange? Not me! I wanted a little color in my fall decor and decided to add it to the pumpkins.

I absolutely love it! These are the cutest!!! I had a lot of leftover stretch velvet left from the Urban Scrunchies and this was the perfect use for it.

Here’s a step by step tutorial for you:

Brinkley Double Zipper Pouch / Cross Body Bag

October 13, 2019Leave a comment

Thanks for stopping by! I am so excited to share with you the Brinkley Double Zipper Pouch / Cross body Bag. This is a fun and practical bag. It features two zipper pockets

as well as a surprise third pocket in the middle. It’s super roomy. I can easily fit my iphone XS Max inside the smaller pouch with plenty room to spare for keys, wallet, etc.

I made two different sizes. The smaller size is approximately 6 x 8 and the larger is 8×10.

I love that you can easily switch between a clutch to a cross body bag by simply changing the detachable strap.

The measurements are as follows:

2 Outer Fabrics 8″ x 10″ (small size 6 x 8) .

2 Lining Fabrics 8 x 10 (small size 6 x 8)

2 Fusible Fleece cut to 7.5 x 9.5

1 Fabric for wristlet strap 3″ x 15″ (lengthen or shorten to your preference)

1 Fabric (or vinyl) 2 x 4″ for tab

1 D-ring / 1 Swivel Lobster Clasp

I will be making several of these for Christmas gifts. Are you ready to make one (or three?). Get your zippers, some cute fabric and your favorite beverage and let’s get making!! Here is a step by step tutorial for you:

Triangle Jelly Pouches

October 2, 2019October 2, 20191 Comment

I had an idea in the middle of the night and could hardly wait until it was time to get up so I could give this a shot. The Triangle Jelly Pouch!

I had so much fun making the fully lined fabric pouches (you can find that tutorial here), that I thought what would be even more fun, than to create a clear version.

I mean, seriously, how cute would these be hanging off a backpack, or even just stuffed with treats. I would totally use that purple one and fill it with Halloween Goodies for the kids.

You could also make these out of faux leather or vinyl for another look. Check out one of my favorite shops on Etsy called Sew Hungry Hippie. She’s got so many fantastic selections of vinyl and faux leather.

Are you ready for the tutorial?

The Ashley Tote Bag

September 29, 2019Leave a comment

Hi there! Over in my Craft Crazy with Lorrie nuneMAKER Facebook Group I posted a bag similar to this quite awhile ago. It was this bag:

and boy did I have a lot of request to make a tutorial. Life got in the way… my son got married. I have been so busy with wedding planning, guests every weekend, that I just didn’t have time to create a tutorial.

I did, however, take the time one afternoon to make a mock up so that I could get the dimensions down. I came up with this tote:

Today, I finally had a chance to take a little bit from each bag and change it up just a little more and create the “Ashley” tote. I love it so much.

The fabric makes me happy and the quilting just gives me all the feels.

Green and white polka dot? I mean, c’mon!

Of course, I have a step by step tutorial for you. You can find it below. I have written down all of the dimensions for you. You can get them in my shop HERE.

Here’s the video tutorial:

Wrigley Sliding Pouch

September 28, 20191 Comment

Hello! Thanks for stopping by! I am excited to share today’s tutorial with you. It is the Wrigley Sliding Pouch! I just love this project and I think it will be the perfect addition to your craft room.

It features a fun sliding sleeve that collapses and reveals the perfect pen/tool holder for your desktop, but also conveniently expands and closes up so that you can easily take it with you.

It’s the perfect gift for teachers, students or any crafter. Pens, Markers, Tools, or Sewing Notions fit perfectly inside.

I created a PDF and SVG pattern. You can use your Cricut Maker to cut the SVG, or simply print the PDF and cut your pattern by hand. You can find them by clicking below:

PDF and SVG Pattern

Once you have the file, watch my step by step tutorial to create your very own Wrigley Sliding Pouch.

Pocket Placemat

September 7, 2019Leave a comment

Well hello there! I am happy you are here! Over in my Craft Crazy Facebook Group. I had a group member ask if I would create a tutorial on this super cute pocket placemat! She found this wonderful tutorial over on the Joann Fabric website and wanted to see a video tutorial.

I mean what is not to love about this cutie? It’s so fun and I can think of a ton of ways to change it up, like this one:

A quick change of fabrics and embellishments and you’ve got a Halloween Placemat.

Joann Fabrics did an amazing job of writing out the tutorial, but if you’d like to see a video, step by step tutorial click below:

Dollar Tree Tuesdays with Cricut

September 3, 2019September 3, 201910 Comments

Did you know that every single Tuesday on my Youtube Channel? I feature “Dollar Tree Tuesday with Cricut”? I use items purchased from the Dollar Tree and customize them with my Cricut. Today, I am showing you how to create this spooktacular Halloween Decor using candle jars and a pitcher from the Dollar Tree. I used my Cricut Explore and Cricut Premium removeable vinyl (I can remove the designs and change them for different holidays).

You can create the same decor using my Cricut Design Space File (click here).

Be sure to check my Youtube Channel Every Tuesday for more Dollar Tree Tuesday with Cricut projects! There are tons of ideas for all occasions.

Triangle Pouch

September 2, 20197 Comments

Triangle Pouches are super fun to make and they look harder than they really are. It’s really just a few straight seams and you’re done.

I looked around at Pinterest and Youtube and couldn’t find any tutorials showing how to fully enclose all the of the seams in the lining. I really love the simplisity of the patterns I saw on Pinterest, but I didn’t love seeing the raw edged seams on the lining. I wanted the inside to be as pretty as the outside.

So, I created my own tutorial with a completely finished linining. It’s really not hard at all and only adds 2 extra steps.

They turned out great and I can’t wait to give a few to some friends. They are also the perfect STOCKING STUFFER size! You could add a chapstick, handsanitzer or something fun and stuff them into the stocking or even hang them from the stocking. So many ideas.

Are you ready for the tutorial and to find out how I enclosed all of the seams? Here you go!

the Evie Scrunchie – FREE Pattern Included

August 22, 2019September 3, 20191 Comment

I am back with another Scrunchie tutorial! Who would have thought that Scrunchies would be back in style! I am seeing them everywhere and in lots of shapes and sizes.

I created the EVIE Scrunchie with my grand-daughter in mind, obviously. I think it is adorable. I am a sucker for all things bows.

The beauty of the Scrunchies is that you can mix and match the Urban Scrunchie with the Mini Scrunchie with the Evie Scrunchie. They all work similarly and together. I was inspired to make this set from the headband tutorial I showed you last week using the Urban Scrunchie Mini. I just love the rainbow of color and Evie will have an accessory for every outfit.

I added the solid templates to the shop. You can click HERE the to purchase or just click on SHOP at the top of the page. As always, I also have a FREE printable PDF and SVG for you as well. You can find that HERE.

Are you ready for the Tutorial: