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Noodlehead, Super Tote

My favorite sewing projects are always bags! One size fits all and each one is fun to create. At the end of the summer, I started searching for a teacher tote to take to school. I needed a tote to carry my grade book, notebook and calendar stuff. I found Noodlehead's Supertote , perfect for any teacher! I did not have enough fabric to make it when I looked through my stash, so I found all of my favorite scraps and started to piece them together. Most of them are out-of-print fabrics from Amy Butler collections. I also took a shortcut and used canvas webbing for my straps. Last but not less, the bottom of the tote was not sturdy enough so I added plastic to the base. The Super Tote design is the perfect size for a teacher tote. I can store two 1.5" notebooks inside. There is also a slip pocket on the outside perfect for my badge and pens and an interior elastic slip pocket for post-its and other office supplies. I love that the top has a zipper closure, however, I have n...

Sewing Patterns to Make in 2016

Sewing Patterns I have my eye on a few sewing patterns to make. Some of these are my sewing table now! Can't wait to set to work on these adorable garments!  I just need to start shopping for the perfect fabrics!  What are you going to make in 2016? Birkin Flares — Baste + Gather These look fun to wear. The flare or bell bottom is making a come back with this adorable pattern.  Moss Skirt PDF – Grainline Studio I wear skirts every week, doesn't matter what the weather is. I do have to have pockets. This pattern not only has pockets but you can make it a mini skirt like this or add an extra length to make it a longer skirt. I will be making this short version in corduroy! Make Your Own Bridal Ballet Flats DIY Wedding Shoes by shoeology With Teiks shoes being so popular, I think I am going to try making my own ballet flat. I am going to buy some vegan leather and test this pattern out!  Girl Charlee has a great selection of vegan fabric...