Swoon Amber Sewalong Day 1: Print, Cut, Interface

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Welcome to the Swoon Amber sewalong!

Amber is a fold-over crossbody bag complete with an adjustable shoulder strap and two hand handles to transform into a full tote.

She has two sizes: small (11" wide) and large (14" wide).

As the sewalong progresses, feel free to ask questions or post progress pictures on the fabulous Swoon Patterns Facebook Group! Or send me an email at alicatcompany (at) gmail (dot) com.

This sewalong will span 4 easy days. Let's get started!

Swoon Bonnie

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Today Swoon Sewing Patterns released Bonnie, a slouchy bucket bag.

If you buy any Swoon pattern, make sure it's Bonnie. Bonnie is the coolest of the cool.

DIY Spooky Halloween Mummy Pillow

Sew Liberated Explosion!

I have never been so excited about a blog post as I am today!
Back in July, I applied to be a pattern tester for Sew Liberated, an Indie paper pattern company.  Shockingly, I received an immediate response stating they would put me on the testers list AND asked if I would be interested in receiving a pattern to review.  Say WHA??? Little ol' me?  Speechless and YES!

Paisley Roots' All Spice-My Little Pony style

Hello and Happy Day!

Who's in the mood for something new? I get excited to see fresh ideas.

Paisley Roots' designer and owner Karly (winner of Project Run and Play Season 8!)
has a great eye for design and style.
She has just release her second pattern, the All Spice.

You can check out her first pattern-the Saffron.  I also made a knit version and have a tutorial for changing up the neckline.

Swoon Cardigan Sewing Tutorial

Irregular Hem Line

Straight Hem Line with Pockets

Download the FREE Swoon Cardigan pattern.  There is also a girl's version.  Then go over to the Swoon Fan Page and give Alicia a high five for making awesome free patterns.

Easy Beginner Blanket Tutorial

Who's tired of those damn no-sew tie blankets?  You and me both.

I find a clean finished blanket is much more professional.

And never mind that you loose 8 inches off the width and length of your fabric with the tied ends.

Solution: