A zipper pull-tab is simply a tab attached to the zipper pull that allows for an easier opening of the bag. Really, I assure you, this little detail makes opening bags 10 times easier. I systematically add it, including to retail bags (yes, I also sometimes buy bags;)). The version presented in this tutorial is…
A key holder is an handy accessory that allows you to quickly find your keys in your purse. The key holder is also very easy to make and can be added to almost all bag patterns. It will fit perfectly with the Alex or Flo patterns for example. Here is the key holder in a…
May 2014 bring health, joy, happiness and a lot of pretty fabrics to you and all your loved ones. 🙂 Happy new year ! Véro
On this Christmas day, here is my little gift for you: Incognito, a free super-heroic sleep mask pattern in 3 versions: Incognito the classic version, Cat-Incognito for a cat-shaped sleep mask and Bat-Incognito for a bat shaped sleep mask ! […]
Here is the last Sacôtin pattern for 2013 : Kocotte a wrist bag pattern ! It is an easy and quick pattern, perfect to sew homemade Christmas gifts. And its price is small too ! […]
Topstitch faux leather can quickly become an ordeal. Some faux leaher are no problem, but others can be very stubborn, preventing your presser foot to slide properly and creating catastrophically ugly stitching (see photo at the end of the post). Teflon, roller or walking feet are often a great help in this case, but what…
Pressing faux leather, to open a seam for example, is possible and the end result will be greatly improved, but some precautions are necessary. So here is a pressing faux leather tutorial.
Sewing faux leather can quickly become a challenge if you come across a rebellious faux leather piece. Here is what you need to know to sew faux leather and get the best possible result. […]
Sacôtin’s new bag pattern is here ! Please welcome Flo. Flo was specifically designed to be sewn using faux leather. Its urban silhouette is embellished by contrasting touches on the bag body and strap.
Here is a tutorial on how to easily turn a long tube of fabric inside out, such as a shoulder strap. You will need a rattail and a wooden spoon… I assure you, we will not concoct a strange potion but turn a shoulder strap inside out without pulling our hair out. Supplies In addition…
