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The Penny Inn
$10.95 USD
- The Penny Inn will surprise you with just how much stuff you can pack in there, including your mobile phone! You can keep your cards, cash and receipts all organised and make good use of one of the zipper pockets to stash some cash away for a rainy day!
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The Penny Inn features a gorgeous flip lock main compartment closure, opening into 8 card slots with optional slip pocket, two large slip pockets, a zippered coin section, an additional zipper pocket and a phone slip pocket.
The second wallet section, secured by a snap tab, features an additional 12 card pockets, an ID window and a slip pocket as well as another zipper pocket.
You can choose to add a wrist strap, or an adjustable cross body strap. Both are secured via detachable hooks, so why not make both straps so you can swap them as desired. Or remove them completely so you can pop your wallet in your bag instead!
You can see our blog post sew along with Ellen HERE!
Approx. size when closed and empty: W 21cm X 11cm X D 4cm (W 8 ¼” X H 4 3/8” X D 1 ½”) - The pattern for The Penny Inn has a full requirements list with suggestions on where to obtain the Decovil 1, 52 pages of comprehensive instructions which include 128 step by step colour photos.
There are printing instructions and test squares to check your scale. Cutting measurements are provided PLUS 23 Pattern pieces are included - YOU choose which you prefer to use! (Except where a pattern piece is required such as for a shaped piece - 8 shaped pieces are included!)
PLUS a TEXT ONLY version of the instructions (15 pages) comes bundled with your pattern for printing purposes, should you not need or wish to print all of the photos! Simply refer to your electronic versions for photos if needed! Saves on ink!
*There is also a special FREE Supplement available in my Facebook group to make an alternative interior of extra pockets in place of one bank of 8 card slots. - *Exterior fabric: 1 X piece W30 cm x H 38cm (W12” x H 15”) If not making Straps and 45cm (1/2 Yard) if making Straps.
* Exterior contrast: 1 X piece W 24cm X H 8cm (W 9” X H 3 1/8”).
*Lining fabric: 90cm (1 yard) of 112cm (44”) wide fabric.
*Fusible woven interfacing: Pellon Shape-Flex SF101, 45cm (1/2 yard) (or length of Strap interfacing, if making).
*Vilene Decovil 1: 1 X piece W 25.5cm x H 41cm (W 10” X H 16”) (or substitute with Peltex).
*Pellon 809 Décor Bond (or other firm non-woven interfacing): W 25.5cm X H 25.5cm (W 10” X H 10”).
*Matching thread (I have used Aurifil Cotton 40wt).
*3 X 20cm (8”) or longer dress zippers.
*Small piece of clear vinyl for ID pocket.
*Fusible fleece: small scrap for the Tab Closure. - *1 X 12.5mm metal snap button (or similar).
*1 X large flip lock W 55mm X H 25mm; closed height 33mm (W 2 1/8” X H 1”; closed height 1 5/16”).
*Double sided Wonder Tape.
*2 X metal corners (optional).
*2 X 2cm (3/4”) hooks (inner diameter) (optional for adjustable strap).
*1 X 2cm (3/4”) slider (inner diameter) (optional for adjustable strap).
*1 X 2cm (3/4”) hooks (inner diameter) (optional for wrist strap).
*1 X 2cm (3/4”) slider (inner diameter) (optional for adjustable strap).
*2 X 12mm (1/2”) D rings (optional for attaching straps).
*4 X 6mm X 8mm (cap) rivets (optional).
*2 X 25cm (10”) cable ties OR 18cm (7”) of 5mm wide boning (recommended BUT optional).
*Fray stopper (optional) & craft glue (I use Gutermann HT2). - The Penny Inn *Video Tutorial is designed to accompany the PDF sewing pattern. Great for visual learners, it runs for 4 Hours and 20 minutes, covering everything you need to know as I work through sewing the wallet from start to finish!
*You will need the PDF pattern to complete your wallet.*Please note: The video is delivered via streaming (Not a Download) on a secure passcode protected page right here at ChrisW Designs.
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The Epiphany
$9.95 USD
- The Epiphany will be a stylish addition to your handbag collection. Featuring a front slip pocket for your phone or keys, a back zipper pocket and a recessed zipper closure. The spacious interior features 2 slip pockets, a pleated pocket and a pen pocket one side. Plus you can choose to add another zippered pocket to the other side if you wish!
The base of your bag sports bag feet to protect your bag from dirt and wear. The bag also features optional side Grommets with Gate Rings which will allow you to add an optional removable adjustable crossbody strap, secured via detachable hooks. Lots of gorgeous hardware (optional) and topstitching make this a very professionally finished bag. You will be the envy of your friends! Why not make them one too!
Approx. size: W 35.5cm X H 28cm X D 14cm (W 14” X H 11” X D 5 ¼”) - The pattern for The Epiphany has a full requirements list with suggestions on where to obtain your hardware, 46 pages of comprehensive instructions which include 104 step by step colour photos.
There are printing instructions and test squares to check your scale. Cutting measurements are provided PLUS 19 Pattern pieces are included - YOU choose which you prefer to use! (Except where a pattern piece is required such as for a shaped piece!)
PLUS a TEXT ONLY version of the instructions (12 pages) comes bundled with your pattern for printing purposes, should you not need or wish to print all of the photos! Simply refer to your electronic versions for photos if needed! Saves on ink! - *Main fabric: 90cm (1 yard) of 112cm (44”) wide fabric
*Contrast fabric: 90cm (1 yard) of 112cm (44”) wide fabric
*Lining fabric: 70cm (¾ yard) of 112cm (44”) wide fabric
*Fusible woven interfacing: Pellon Shape-Flex SF101, 4.5m (5 yards)
*Soft & Stable: 46cm (18”) (or substitute with Pellon Flex Foam FF-77 or Headliner Foam)
*Fusible Fleece: 10cm (4”)
*Vilene Decovil 1: 1 X piece W 30.5cm x H 25cm (W 12” X H 9 ¾”) (or substitute with Peltex)
*Matching thread (I have used Aurifil Cotton 40wt) - *1 X 18cm (10”) or longer Handbag zipper for the Zipper Pocket
*1 X 38cm (15”) or longer Handbag Zipper.
*Double sided Wonder Tape
*4 X 4cm (1 ½”) Inner Diameter Rectangular Rings
*1 X 4cm (1 ½”) Inner Diameter Slider (Optional)
*4 X 10mm (13/32”) grommets (Needed if making Optional Adjustable Strap)
*2 X 4cm (1 ½”) (eye size) snap hooks (optional for adjustable strap)
*2 X 4cm (1 ½”) Snap O (Gate) rings (Needed if making Optional Adjustable Strap)
*1 X Metal Zipper End (optional) (Or see this Tutorial on my blog on how to make your own fabric tab : http://blog.chriswdesigns.com/2015/09/how-to-sew-a-fabric-tab-end-on-a-zipper.html
*4 X 12mm (½”) bag feet.(Optional)
* 18 X 8mm (cap) X 6mm (post) Rivets. (Optional)
*Fray stopper (optional) & craft glue (I use Gutermann HT2)
Serendipity Hip
$9.95 USD
- The Serendipity Hip may not be big in size but it makes up for that by being big in style! Simply perfect for a day out when you don’t need to cart the kitchen sink!
It sports an adjustable strap and a cute curved top which gives you that bit of extra room to get into your bag.
The main zippered compartment is roomy, providing 2 card pockets, a slip pocket and a zippered pocket.
The front of the bag has a zippered pocket, a slip pocket and a phone pocket so you are sure to be able to take all your essentials and stay organised while you are at it!
Approx. size: W 20cm X H 25cm X D 4.5cm. (W 8" X H 10" X D 1¾”) - The pattern for the Serendipity Hip has a full requirements list with suggestions on where to obtain your hardware, 37 pages of comprehensive instructions which include 76 step by step colour photos.
There are 6 photos of the finished bag on the cover, printing instructions and test squares to print to check your scale. 13 Pattern pieces are included.
PLUS a TEXT ONLY version of the instructions (8 pages) comes bundled with your pattern for printing purposes, should you not need or wish to print all of the photos! Simply refer to your electronic versions for photos if needed! Saves on ink! - *Exterior contrast fabric: 19cm (7 ½”) 112cm (44”) wide fabric (Bottom band, strap and strap tab)
*Exterior main fabric: 46cm (1/2 yard) of 112cm (44”) wide fabric
*Lining fabric: 90cm (1 Yard”) of 112cm (44”) wide fabric
*Fusible woven interfacing: Pellon Shape-Flex SF101, 1.83cm (2 yards)
*Fusible fleece: 971F Thermolam Plus - 30cm (12”)
*Matching thread (I have used Aurifil Cotton 40wt) - *1 X 30cm (12”) dress zipper or longer for the main compartment
*1 X 25cm (10”) or longer dress zipper for the Front Zipper Pocket
*1 X 25cm (10”) or longer dress zipper for Interior Zipper Pocket
*1 X 2cm (3/4”) rectangular slider
*2 X 2cm (3/4”) D rings
*2 X 2cm (3/4”) (eye size) hooks (optional)
*5 X 8mm double capped rivets (optional)
*Small amount of craft glue or double sided tape
Lombard Street
$10.95 USD
- The Lombard Street Bag is perfect for keeping your iPad or other similar sized electronic device nice and secure and well protected in its specially designed zippered pocket.
The bag also features 2 large front slip pockets PLUS a hidden slip pocket for your mobile phone.
There is also a third large front pocket with a hidden zipper to keep your valuables secure.
The Lombard Street Bag opens with a recessed zipper leading to a spacious interior, where another 4 slip pockets keep you organised!
Add some nice shiny rivets to your adjustable strap and nobody will believe you made it yourself!
Finished size = Approx. 25.5cm (10”) X 29cm (11½”) X 5cm (2”) - The pdf pattern for The Lombard Street Bag has 47 pages of instructions which include 81 step by step colour photos.
There are 4 photos of the finished bag, printing instructions and test squares to check scale.
13 Pattern pieces are included as are measurements for both Metric and Imperial!
PLUS a TEXT ONLY version of the instructions (9 pages) comes bundled with your pattern for printing purposes, should you not need or wish to print all of the photos! Simply refer to your electronic versions for photos if needed! Saves on ink! - *Exterior fabric: 90 cm (1 yard) of 112cm (44”) wide fabric
*Lining fabric: 90 cm (1 yard) of 112cm (44”) wide fabric
*Fusible interfacing: mid-weight, 110cm (42”) of 112cm (44”) wide interfacing (Pellon Shape-Flex SF101 is a good choice –2 yards)
*ByAnnie’s Soft & Stable: 46cm X 91cm (18” X 36”) (or substitute with Headliner Foam; you can also use fusible fleece, however, you will end up with a bag that is more floppy)
*Matching thread (I use Gutermann Polyester) - *1 X 28cm (11”) zipper or longer, cut down to size for hidden zipper pocket
*1 X 30cm (12”) zipper or longer, cut down to size for your recessed zipper
*1 X 40cm (16”) zipper or longer, cut down to size for your iPad pocket
*8 X 6mm (¼”) rivets (optional)
*1 X 2.5cm (1”) inner diameter rectangular slider for the adjustable strap
*2 X metal oval shaped eyelets: inner measurements, 26mm X 9mm (1⅟16” X ⅜”)
*Small amount of fray stopper and craft glue for setting eyelets
