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Kids Can Travel In Style Too With The Duffy Bag
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Little brother to The Laila Weekender with customizable features to make this a super kid-friendly bag. The options are great for an adult gym or dance bag. Or make it into a mega diaper bag.
The Karys Shoulder Bag Will Be Your New Favorite!
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How about a classy shoulder bag? The testers were thrilled with the new Karys pattern, claiming it was a quick make. And their creativity in fabric and hardware choices, along with their excellent skills, will inspire you to make one, too! Take a look at their makes along with all the details.
Let's "Hack" The Bailey for a Dressed-Up Look
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The Bailey Basic Tote is just that - a Beginner Basics Collection pattern with a center accent strip, padded interior pocket for a tablet, and a magnetic snap closure. Patricia took it up a notch using vinyl for the exterior, a flip-lock, a metal tag, square rings, and rivets. Read on for all the details.
Tips and Tricks for A Snug Lining in Your Bag
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At KPD, Patricia strives to design bags that will have a snug lining. But sometimes, fabrics have a mind of their own, and you need to make some adjustments. I asked the "experts" for their best advice on getting those beautiful snug linings.
Your Bag Making Tool Kit - At the Sewing Machine: Part One
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Bagmaking may be different from other sewing you've been doing. Using the right tools can elevate both your sewing experience and your bag to a new level. Let's start with what you'll need to use at the sewing machine.