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Creative Hacks to the KPD Claire Shoulder Bag Pattern
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The Claire Shoulder Bag was designed for the intermediate sewist – someone with experience using different materials and finishing techniques for versatility. Check out these modifications to change up the style.(If you're an advanced beginner looking for a challenge, take a peek, too!).
The Elora is the Most Stylish Backpack Ever!
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The Elora Backpack is a sophisticated bag. Once again, our testing group wowed us with their creations. Check out all the details and get inspired to make your own Elora.
How To Sew Great Slip Pockets - And Get The Details Right
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Take the time to learn to do your slip pockets right, and you'll be getting compliments. Attention to pressing, topstitching and decorative details are all discussed. Photo: Amy Jo's Sunset Beach Tote has tons of pockets - inside and out!
10 Favorite Bagmaking Tools - and Two "Just for Fun"
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The lowly seam ripper gets a facelift in this list of sewing tools I'd be hard pressed to do without. Even experienced bagmakers may find a new favorite or a better option.
The Sunset Beach Tote: A Big, Beautiful Workhorse
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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!