An introduction to my newest bag design: The Lifestyle Tote

August 19, 2018

Hey y’all and welcome to Sewspire! Today I am here to introduce my latest bag design, The Lifestyle Tote, in a new tutorial format that includes written instructions + accompanying video tips. The complete instructions are available for instant download in PDF format here: https://www.andreachapmandesigns.com/listing/623575948/new-sewspire-shortcut-sewing-pdf-pattern You can view the accompanying video tips for this style… Read More An introduction to my newest bag design: The Lifestyle Tote

— Uncategorized, Vinyl Bag —

How to sew a clear zipper bag from vinyl

August 11, 2018

Hey y’all and welcome to Sewspire! Today I am here to show you how to sew a sweet little vinyl zipper pouch that is designed to hold washi tape. For this project you will need two pieces of deluxe vinyl that measure 4.5” x 8”, two pieces of cotton fabric that measure 4” x 8”… Read More How to sew a clear zipper bag from vinyl

— Commuter Tote Bag —

How to sew the ultimate commuter tote bag by Sewspire

July 7, 2018

Hey y’all and welcome to Sewspire! Today I am here to show you how to make The Ultimate Commuter Tote Bag. For this project you will need 3 yards of material to include 2 yards of 44″ cotton fabric and 1 yard of 54″ twill / duck or canvas material. Plus a 9″ x 14″… Read More How to sew the ultimate commuter tote bag by Sewspire

— Uncategorized, Yoga Bag —

How to sew a Yoga Bag the Sewspire Way

July 1, 2018

Hey y’all and welcome to Sewspire! Today I am here to show you how to make a Yoga Bag the Sewspire Way. For this project you will need approximately 3.5 yards of fabric. To begin, precut your fabric to the following measurements: Handles: 6″ x 30″ (cut 2) and back each with Pellon 809 Exterior… Read More How to sew a Yoga Bag the Sewspire Way

— My Story, Uncategorized —

My maker story and how I earned a quarter million dollars sewing and selling on Etsy

June 19, 2018

Many thanks to the Cabin Branch Quilters of Woodbridge, Virginia for inviting me to share my entrepreneurial journey and maker story at their June 18, 2018 meeting. I hope you enjoy this recording of my talk and will be inspired to pursue your dream(s)! For more information about my work please visit: Sewing and creative… Read More My maker story and how I earned a quarter million dollars sewing and selling on Etsy

— Reusable Grocery Shopping Tote Bag —

How to sew the Ultimate Reusable Grocery Shopping Tote Bag by Sewspire

June 9, 2018

Hey y’all and welcome to Sewspire! Today I am here to show you how to sew The Ultimate Grocery Shopping Tote Bag. For this project you are going to precut the following fabric pieces: Handles: 5″ x 28″ (cut two and line with Pellon 809 Decor Bond) Body: 24″ x 40″ (cut two and line… Read More How to sew the Ultimate Reusable Grocery Shopping Tote Bag by Sewspire

— Free Tutorial —

Graduation Day + Free PDF Tutorial!

May 19, 2018

In celebration of our eldest daughter Ashley’s graduation from George Mason University I am sharing a free tutorial this week for a fun and easy cosmetic bag that also makes a really cute lunch tote. Click here to download

— Vlog —

Sewspire Sewing Studio Update for Friday, May 11, 2018

May 11, 2018

Hey y’all and welcome to the Sewspire Sewing Studio Update for Friday, May 11th! In this weeks vlog I am sharing some happy news that will benefit us all, announcing the winner of our first ever Design Challenge, talking fabric storage, sharing five of my favorite bag designs from the Watermelon Wishes vault and launching… Read More Sewspire Sewing Studio Update for Friday, May 11, 2018

— Three-way Divided Caddy —

How to sew a three way divided organizer caddy + fabric giveaway and studio update

March 17, 2018

Hey y’all and welcome to Sewspire! Today I am here to show you how to sew this fabulous three way divided organizer caddy. For this project you will need to precut the following pieces of twill / canvas / cotton fabric: Interior Pockets 7.5″ x 7.5″ (cut 6) Exterior Front / Back / Base 9″… Read More How to sew a three way divided organizer caddy + fabric giveaway and studio update

— Traveler's Notebook / Journal —

How to sew a laminated traveler’s notebook journal cover

March 3, 2018

Hey y’all and welcome to Sewspire! Today I am here to show you how to sew a laminated traveler’s notebook / journal cover. For this project you will need two pieces of laminated cotton fabric which measure 9.25″ x 8″ for the pockets and two pieces of laminated cotton fabric which measure 9.25″ x 12.5″… Read More How to sew a laminated traveler’s notebook journal cover

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