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I know you love my little bag & pouch projects so I’m back with a larger variation on one of my smaller pouches! In this episode of WIP Wednesday we’re making a larger drawstring pouch.

The original tutorial on making the small pouch can be found here: https://youtu.be/UnKKyzFzxDU

If you make a lot of projects that have drawstrings or elastic I have an easy to use tool for you, too! Leave me a comment and let me know your thoughts and how you plan to use your drawstring pouch.

Products and projects mentioned:

• Fashion Fuse Interfacing ...

In this episode of WIP Wednesday watch Vanessa go over different projects you can make with fabric strips or scraps and Bosal Light Fusible Batting.

Need some Christmas decor ideas? So many quick projects can be made using Bosal Fusible Batting. It saves so much time because you don’t have to quilt it to attach it to your fabric. HUGE time saver! It’s light enough for adding body to a project without being stiff or causing your sewing machine any issues.

Products and projects mentioned:

• Get the Light Fusible Batting: https://craftygemini.com/shop/bosal-one-sided-light-fusible-batting-45-x-36-white-2/

• Get the FREE ...

In this video I show you how to make my No-Show Slip Socks.

This is a one size fits most pattern. We like to use a cotton/spandex blend of fabric that has at least 100% stretch in both directions. These socks fit a child size 2 to a women’s size 11. The size will mostly depend on the fabric used and the amount of stretch the fabric has.

Overall it’s a very versatile pattern and with the amount of fun prints you can get in cotton spandex this is sure to be a go-to on your gift ...

Today, I’m sharing some tips for using Bosal In-R-Form to make a cute little fabric basket! This is a great scrap busting project that also makes a great organizing gift this holiday season. Follow this demo-tutorial and use this basket for jewelry, sewing notions, car keys, etc.

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Products and projects mentioned:

• Order your Bosal In-R-Form 18″ x 58″ here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/bosalinrformsewin/

• Order your Bosal In-R-Form 36″ x 58″ here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/in-r-form-sew-in-36-x-58-white ...

Today, I’m sharing some tips for using Stitch & Steam to make a fun textured little tote bag! Change up the dimensions to suit your needs. This would make a great little gift bag or tote bag for a child. A fabulous way to use up those fat quarters in your fabric stash.

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Products and projects mentioned:

• Order your Stitch & Steam here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/stitchandsteam/

• Temporary Spray Adhesive: https://sulky.com/sulky-kk2000-temporary-spray-adhesive-42-oz-120g

• JUKI HZL- LB5020 Sewing ...

Today, I’m sharing some bag making zipper tips and pointers – things to keep in mind specifically when you are adding zippers to a quilted bag and don’t want to bind the raw edges!

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And join the 8th edition bag club before registration closes!

Products and projects mentioned:

• The 8th Edition of the Crafty Gemini Bag Club: https://craftygemini.com/shop/bag-club-8th-edition/ (Closes for registration on October 29, 2021!)

• 8th Edition Bag Club KIT: https://craftygemini.com ...

Today, I’m sharing some bag making tips and pointers – things to keep in mind when you’re making pouches and bag projects.

Of course there are so many different interfacings and stabilizers, so we’re going to focus on two different products and some things to keep in mind.

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Products and projects mentioned:

• Order Wash Away Foundation Roll here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/wash-away-foundation-roll/

• WIP Wednesday #47: Zippered Pouch ...

In this WIP Wednesday episode Vanessa of Crafty Gemini will share her tips for making textured fabric using Bosal Stitch & Steam.

If you order a package of Stitch & Steam from our shop here you will also receive a PDF pattern for my Texturized Placemat pattern!

Join us and learn the DOs and DON’Ts of working with Stitch & Steam.

Order the materials & tools mentioned:

• Order Stitch & Steam here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/stitchandsteam/

• How to Make a Textured Zipper Pouch: https://youtu.be/BV5gOztaq1g

Other products and projects mentioned:

Tools & Notions in the Crafty Gemini Shop: https://craftygemini.com/product-category ...

Happy Sunday! Today I have lots of WIP’s to show you plus a pattern launch discount. I’ll also give you a heads up on my next blog post (think holidays).

Current WIP’s

My works in progress are the current projects that are front and center in my sewing room. I’m teaching a skill building class via Zoom using my Possibilities Quilt Pattern. It’s been four weeks with a lovely group of ladies. The four blocks that I’m making for the class are traditional favorites. I’m using a fat quarter bundle of Notting Hill ...

Today, I’m showing you how to use the latest addition to the Crafty Gemini product line! This Wash Away Foundation Roll is the perfect way to use up all those little fabric scraps to make your own fabric! It is water soluble so after you stitch up your project simply soak in water or give it a wash and it will dissolve away. Think of all the fun ways you can use your roll of fabric scraps: make scrappy zip pouches, oven mitts, placemats, table runners, etc. Thanks for watching!

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•• ORDER Wash Away Foundation ...

In this week’s Work-In-Progress Wednesday, I’m showing you how to make my “easiest tiny zipper pouch” out of faux leather. Like, fit in the palm of your hand tiny! I love making these to store all my knitting and crochet stitch markers, tapestry needles and other small notions. They work great for sewing notions, too! Store your thimble, a few needles, a small spool of thread and you’re good to go!

All you need is some faux leather and a craft zipper. That’s it! It’s a super quick and easy make you’ll want to ...

Now that we’re empty nesters (again) I kind of like Mondays. It’s the start of a new week and I get myself organized for the next five days. For me, organized is a very loose term. It means I make a meal plan, a grocery list and a “to do” list for the next five days. It doesn’t matter which fancy planner I use, it always falls to the wayside after the third or fourth month. I like a piece of paper that I can write my list on and my menu for the week, and then ...

Happy Wednesday! I’m in that place where I would love to start a new project, but I’m forcing myself to finish a UFO (or two) before I do. That sounds reasonable, right? If I did that all the time, I wouldn’t have such a long list of UFO’s (unfinished quilt projects). I think this could be another one of those perfect mottos, Finish a UFO before starting something new. It’s right up there with Finished is better than perfect.

Last week I finished my Possibilities Quilt with a flanged binding (my second this month) and ...