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The Sunset Beach Tote: A Big, Beautiful Workhorse

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The Sunset Beach Tote: A Big, Beautiful Workhorse

The Sunset Beach Tote is named for our favorite beach. With a long haul across the dunes, we need to be able to carry it all. The testers loved it and were using theirs right away. As always, lots of beautiful makes. Check them out and get inspired!

 

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The Jovie Backpack Testers' Bags

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The Jovie Backpack Testers' Bags

The Kaya Papaya Design tester group has done it again! Check out the photos and details of their makes of the classy Jovie Backpack pattern.

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The Karys Shoulder Bag Will Be Your New Favorite!

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The Karys Shoulder Bag Will Be Your New Favorite!

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.

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The Fallyn Bag Brought Out the Best in the Testers' Creativity

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The Fallyn Bag Brought Out the Best in the Testers' Creativity

The Fallyn Bag was designed to showcase fabrics, the top-stitched detailing, and the bag features. With such an experienced group of testers, we were excited to see them "put their spin" on the pattern. Read on for inspiration and the details of the materials used.

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The Adina Laptop Bag Is a Classic Beauty

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The Adina Laptop Bag Is a Classic Beauty

The Adina Laptop Bag has been in the works for a very long time. A structured sturdy bag with classic lines and a modern look with the pleated front pocket and faux straps. Our testers were very excited to give this a pattern a run-through, and as usual, they did not disappoint. Get ready for some inspiration!

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