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11/18/2021 2 Comments

Crossbody Bag Review

Clarendon crossbody wallet
I have found the holy grail of crossbody bags and I'm shouting it out from the rooftop! Make this cross body bag today, you won't regret it.

This bag is the biggest-little bag I've ever laid eyes on. It's a game-changer for sure and everyone needs to have one or two! It's honestly the best travel bag I've come across! You can fill it with everything except the kitchen sink. This day-use crossbody bag is perfect for walking around museums, theme parks, concerts, national parks, etc.
I'm not getting paid for this post, I am just in love! Haha!

I've always carried my regular handbag whenever we ventured out and after a few hours, my shoulder would hurt something fierce. I eventually bought a tiny crossbody bag from a big box store for $5 because it was $5! Oh, and it was in the shape of cherries. Super cute!!

Well, my newest phone is too big for the cherry purse. So, I searched Pinterest high and low for a crossbody sewing pattern and nothing came up. Is it me or is Pinterest extremely lackluster nowadays?

I wanted pockets and the bag shape to be more horizontal than vertical. My next stop was Etsy. Thank you Etsy, for coming through. I found the best pattern and I'm sharing it with you today. Hold on to your teacup because she's a doozy.

This bag has so. many. pockets! It's comfortable to wear (aren't all crossbody bags?) and will hold allllll of your things. I'm not sharing a step-by-step tutorial in this post because the bag creator has Youtube videos and an extremely detailed PDF that comes with the pattern. This post is more of a pattern review. 

I made this one for myself so, it is full of bright colored fabrics. If you know me, I'm the opposite of a neutral person. Ha! 


Clarendon Crossbody Wallet

​by: Hold It Right There Bags

Cross body purse sewing pattern DIY
This bag has tons of pockets and card slots. It's the perfect weekend purse.
Grab the downloadable pattern here. 

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9/9/2021 2 Comments

Simplicity 8505 Caftan Sewing Pattern


Have you ever dreamed of floating around the house in a vintage 70's caftan? What about in your beautiful backyard? I vote yes for both! This Caftan sewing pattern is the only one you need, it's vintage and authentic.

Way back in high school, I borrowed a caftan from my mom's friend to wear to a dance. The 70s wasn't the theme but, I wanted to wear it. It felt so silky and soft while I wore it and danced all night long, with friends. 

When I saw this pattern via an Instagram friend, I knew I had to snag one for myself. She looked so fabulous in hers, and I knew I needed that pattern in my life. I hope you grab the vintage reproduction pattern and make a caftan, too.
simplicity sewing pattern caftan 8505 dress
Oh hey there! I'm just living my 70s dreams.
I ordered the Simplicity #8505, 1970's caftan pattern from an Etsy shop. And after searching my local sewing shops for the perfect fabric, I decided to order that online too. If you make this, I recommend looking at fabric in person first, to give you ideas. It's fun to feel the drapey fabrics. Who doesn't love touching all the fabric? Are you ready to make the comfiest dress ever?
Let's get started.
How to sew a caftan with a sewing pattern.
Here's what you'll need. I also wanted to share a few tips and ideas for you to try, if you want.

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  • Simplicity Pattern 8505
  • 3.5-6 yards of fabric (depending on your size)
  • Interfacing Scrap
  • 2 yards of twill tape or ribbon, 1/2" wide
  • 1  1/2" button
  • Matching thread
  • Microtex or Sharps sewing needle
  • Sewing machine + all the notions (scissors, clips/pins, rulers, etc.)
  • *Optional: Fleetwood Mac playing in the background ;)




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9/1/2021 0 Comments

9 Simple to Sew Projects

This short list is chock full of simple sewing projects. Need to sew something that doesn't take a lot of fabric or pattern pieces? This is the list for you! I've compiled some sewing projects that are easy and great for beginners. These are great for scrap busting and make wonderful gifts, too!
Sewing simple projects for beginners

Projects to Sew:

  1. Keychain
  2. Headband
  3. Zipper Bag​
  4. Apple Watchband Scrunchie
  5. Fabric Basket
  6. Pillow
  7. Small Purse
  8. Advent Calendar
  9. Hair Scrunchie

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4/24/2021 4 Comments

Simple to Sew: Fabric Basket

Sew a fabric basket to store you little and bigger items. They're great for snacks in the pantry or corralling  makeup items on the bathroom counter. Let's get organized!

Have you caught the organization bug lately? You've cleaned your house and now need homes for all the random little things? With the world starting to open back up, you are probably having visions of people coming over. I bet you're thinking about all the backyard parties as well. Or not. Either way, everyone could use some easy storage ideas for their home. 

Fabric baskets or bins are the perfect small storage remedy. Keep some hand sanitizer inside a cute basket for your visitors. Make one and fill it with snacks for a new neighbor. Use them in the craft room for thread spools or fabric scraps. Or, make some fun home decor baskets for your kitchen and keep fruit inside.

Pick out fun fabrics from your stash or purchase new styles you love. These simple to sew, fabric baskets are 100% customizable. Soon, every room will have a fabric bin. Once you make one, you'll want to make more. I promise! Yay for getting organized!

Let's get started.
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​Supply List:


  • Sewing Machine
  • 1/4 yard (minimum) fabric for outer
  • 1/4 yard fabric for lining
  • Fusible or sew-in fleece interfacing
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Matching or contrasting thread
  • Pins or clips
  • Scissors
  • All your other sewing notions you love

If you're looking for budget-friendly sewing options, read this post. It's long and has tons of information. If you're brand spankin' new to sewing, start there. It's a great in depth post even if you're a seasoned sewer. 

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4/8/2021 2 Comments

The Ultimate Guide to Sewing on a Budget

Beginner sewing money saving tips.
Sewing a dress or bag can usually cost more than if you bought it at the store. But, it doesn't have to be that way. Sewing can be budget friendly and I've compiled this guide to help you.
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Hobbies are good to have. They give our hands something to do and can keep our minds active. Some hobbies can empty your wallet, while others only cost pennies. Sewing can be an expensive hobby. There are so many gadgets and fabrics, and machines, Oh my! But, it can be inexpensive too. I'm here to tell you, you don't need to empty your bank account to sew or advance your skills. 
You might think you need that ultra-fancy dress form from a New York store. You don't. You won't need a fancy sewing machine that sings to you either. Let's take a deep dive into the world of sewing on a budget. 

When I first started sewing, the craft stores weren't half of what they are now. They offered one rotary cutter, a few boxes of pins, and 1/3 of the fabric selection they have now. Times have changed and the variety has grown tremendously! Hooray! Sales are more prominent now along with budget sewing items. You can get everything you need to create your masterpieces, without breaking the bank! Do you really need 6 different pairs of scissors? Not really. Think needs vs. wants. Ask yourself what a minimalist would do, and you'll be good. ;)


Grab some coffee and a snack, this is a long one.
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What You'll Learn

  • Where to find fabric
  • Patterns on the cheap
  • Learn to sew for free
  • Shop inexpensive notions (threads, scissors, pins, buttons, zippers)
  • Where to get a sewing machine
Sewing on a budget. How and where to find sewing things on the cheap

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    Hi there, I'm Annette and I love eating and sewing. I usually have a cup of coffee or tea with me, but not next to my machine because I'd probably spill it. I am the reason we can't have nice things.

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