Just finished two of the boxed bags. Perfect. As an avid sewer I wanted to give you a hint. My placemats had a wavy edge. What I did was to cut the edge off and bind it as you would an edge of a quilt. That was you have a completely finished edge and it looks nicer that the one on the raw edge (I have done many of those in the past). As for the sides, you can finishes as per the video, just make sure that you are in far enough when you stitch. The inside looks nice and even has a scalloped edge to the inside. Thanks for you videos.
Lorrie, you are a natural at creative ideas and simplicity in sewing. You make complex things look simple. If only I had started with your ideas rather than having to be “perfect” when my Italian aunt hovered over me! I have mainly sewn with knits because they don’t ravel and hence are quicker to make, so your techniques intrigue me. Love it that you are a “novice” and yet do things so beautifully. I owned a fabric store for ten years and would have loved to had your ideas to help people and young people develop an interest in sewing with these simple but quick projects!
I made the bag keeping the scalloped edges. I bought matching napkins and cut it into 2 strips and added the zipper to it then added the napkin just under the scalloped edge. I did some extra top stitching on the quilted bag near the napkin. I just love seeing the scalloped edge of the bag.
Love this method of making bags so easy. Made three today, two from placemat and one from fabric I created and quilted. Fabulous. thanks and cannot wait to see more.
I made this at a recent quilt retreat in Florida. Some of the ladies saw me make it and later I found out made them also. Thank you Lorrie for the awesome video. I used the same placemat, but in reverse.
Lorrie, I don't know if you check old video comments but this one is great! I didn't know there was fusable waterproof vinyl! I'm starting my first project tonight. I'm back to sewing which I love!
I used the scalloped placemat the other day to make an envelope pouch. I lined up the scallops so they matched so the size was kind of predetermined for me but it turned out very cute! I wanted both sides of the placement to show so I cut off approximately a third of the bottom and flipped it over and sewed it across the bottom width wise and turned down the top and used fabric Velcro to close it.
Thank you for the great tutorials. I am pretty new to sewing etc but I did just make one of these bags. I also added the iron on vinyl to the inside. Now this is my very first one and I am pretty happy with it. I'm certain going forward I will get much better!
Love your videos.They are easy for me to follow. Thank you so much!I have 4 granddaughters and 4 grandsons as well ! Sometimes I can't afford to buy everybody gifts for Christmas due to I live off of a low income. I am so grateful that you made this videos!God bless you for helping us Grannies!
Lorrie, have you ever used zipper basting tape? You stick the tape on the fabric, peel the backing off, then press the zipper to the tape. You can stitch and iron right over it. It doesn't add bulk or gum up needles and there's no problem with washing. I find this tape to be especially helpful with difficult zipper placements or hard to work with fabrics (or laminate).
Love, love, love!! The vinyl iron on lining is a great idea! Your tutorials are the best - so clear and concise. Thank you so much for doing these!! I'm going to try this one.
FANTASTIC TUTORIAL! I see you have many videos I want to see so I subscribed on this first one because of your sewing skills, editing skills and likeability! Thank you for your time making videos!
I had to revisit this pattern again because I might make a bunch of them for my women's retreat this fall. I want each person to have the date and location so I think I'll embroider the info on there. I'm contemplating which bag to make and I think this would be easier considering the volume and embroidery to show.
I love to sew, and making tote bags is one of my favorite things to do. BUT, I always have had trouble with zippers! Thanks for your examples and for your darling ideas!
Nice. I made a bag with the scalloped edge but did NOT cut edge off - folded it over! Gave a two-toned color effect on outside and showed off the scallops. I used two lines of top stitching on zipper: one edge-stitched and second line 1/4” away. Made edge behave and looks good. Pic on my FB Page. The long wavy edges were trimmed by the serger as side seams were stitched.
Bindi Park Hi Bindi, how did the serger do with the zipper? I love my serger. Had it a year before I ever used it. Now it is the go to machine. If I am not quilting, I ask “how can I utilize my serger. I have been making face makes, tote bags and pillow cases with the serger.
Any of these bags would make a fun lunchbox. Have you thought about adding reflective/insulating material? I wonder if it would make the seams too thick to sew with so many layers.
Love this idea. Made 3 so far and gave them as a gift. They say they loved it. Thank you. I will keep looking for more Ideas from you. Easy is great. Keep up the good work.
I wish I had that of that when I made my first ones. When I made my last one I did use a plastic that sewed in. This iron on plastic is fantastic. You are fantastic and a great instructor.
I'm not a seamstress by any means, but your tutorial makes me think I can actually make one of those bags. Great project and thank you for showing us how.
I saw the dop kit style bag for sale on Mercari using the scalloped quilted placement and they left the scallop on and they went down the length of either side of the zipper. It was so cute! I wish you would take a look at that and show us how to do this. It seems to be wasteful to let that cute little scallop go . I absolutely love your tutorials and make one everyday!
Lorrie I love your tutorials, you explain everything so clearly.Thank You for taking the time for showing us. I am attempting three of the bags for my Daughter and for my two Daughter in laws for Mother gifts.Hopefully they turn out and I can show you a picture after I'm done.Thank You again 😊
When you were cutting the edges off the placemat, I notice you are left handed. So am I. It felt really good to see you doing everything from my point of view. When I see right handed people doing things, it just doesn’t settle well. Hahaha. Yea to left handed people. When I worked for Apple Computer, there were more left handed people working there than right. 👍
Love the way you teach and instruct in such an easy learning style! These are so cute! Can’t wait to make one with vinyl lining. Will continue to follow!!!!😀
Thanks for the video. Just a thought for you. Someone showed this to me and thought I would pass it on to you. On your triangles - draw a line from the top of your triangle to the center of the bottom of the triangle. This give you a perfect split of the triangle. Place the line on your seam and the edges of the triangle on the folds of the fabric. Then draw a line on the fabric. All the angles of the boxed corners are the same.
These are so cute! I've been making a Walker Hanging Bag from a free pattern at Embroidery Garden but adapting it and these bags would make a perfect compliment.
Lori, I just love your videos , I have made all three sizes , found the vinyl at Joann’s , that’s my next one with it, using the denim placemats from Walmart love the ruffle edge , I’ll send picture when I done ....thank you cyber friend , you are the best to teach.
Your Tutorials are Super and Very Easy to Follow!!! Thank You and keep them coming. Love, Love, Love You're Beautiful Yellow Lab...So relaxed and quite comfortable in your sewing room. Trudy S
Ok, so I know this is over a year old, but now I know what I'm giving to everyone for Christmas this year (2019)!! Well, at least the ladies. And possibly the men that I know that do some traveling and have to carry toiletries and such with them. Never heard of the vinyl fuse before....HAVE to play with that!!!
This is amazing!! Thanks so much for sharing this idea and putting it in a tutorial. I am a beginner sewer and have just discovered your channel. I have subscribed and I see myself learning a lot from you. Thank you!
thank you so much and I'm not afraid to put a zipper and also I would like to know did you cover your chair and if you did could you show us how to do it
Thank you, thank you, thank you sooooooo much for the matte vinyl fuse idea! I’ve been looking for something like this so I can make my candy wrapper zipper pouches! I love you for being so talented and I’m happy you came into my life now! Thanks for everything you share my talented friend!
Thanks for sharing your video ! How clever is that. Can't wait to try this project. I am just learning how to sew and purchased my first sewing machine thanks again
Just discovered you, love the videos, have made a few of the square bags and now I will get the pellon vinyl fuse and make more!!! I love the dog on the couch too!
This vid is so perfect because I recently discovered your box bag vid and went to Walmart and bought a quilted placemat to make a bag for my daughter. But when I showed her some of your pics, she said she wanted the more flat bag. *head bang* LOL So I was hunting and hoping you did a vid on that, which this is. Also, I was thinking about the wavy edge placemat, but decided on the straight cos' I wasn't sure how to deal with the wavy edge. HA, again...you tell us how. THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Thank you for an easy to follow tutorial that some of us not as talented can follow. Like the way you explain and show each step. Zippers, I am not easy with yet, but going to try this one. Glad to find out about the iron on vinyl. Can it be washed in washing machine. Maybe it says that on the package when I purchase it. Thanks from McKinney, TX.
Love these bags I’ve made two and every one went crazy for them. I’m trying to find the teal placemat that’s not quilted with red flowers shown at the 18:52 mark. Where did u find that one at please?
Very good job and love the bags and the different size "triangles" wow. Gotta go now going to Wally world to buy some placemats LOLOL. Fantastic idea thank you.
Saw the color of material and it caught my eye so I watched your video. Super cute and I love how detailed and not so fast way of teaching. Can you please give me info on your serger or which one to buy... thanks a bunch
TFS! I went and bought a bunch of different placemats and have already made one box bag, from one of the flat placemats and I love the way it turned out! Definitely giong to be making more! Great gifts! I also have a brand new serger and definitely going to use it! Thanks again!
I have made 3 of the square bag with the small handle, I'm going to make a variety of these three for all the girls in the family for Christmas (20). Thank so much for your hard work and sharing!
Hi Lorrie, this was GREAT using the press on vinyl.... I sew with reg vinyl and do clear bags, and I have what you used, but have never used it... I'm so happy to have found your TH-cam channel... also, is your machine on the far end a Singer 9960? I have one, and when I use it, I enjoy working with it... thanks for your valuable time in teaching..... Jon
Just finished two of the boxed bags. Perfect. As an avid sewer I wanted to give you a hint. My placemats had a wavy edge. What I did was to cut the edge off and bind it as you would an edge of a quilt. That was you have a completely finished edge and it looks nicer that the one on the raw edge (I have done many of those in the past). As for the sides, you can finishes as per the video, just make sure that you are in far enough when you stitch. The inside looks nice and even has a scalloped edge to the inside. Thanks for you videos.
I made the wavy but kept the wavy on the tops and used a. Velcro circle closure and added a decorative button. Came out so cute
Lorrie, you are a natural at creative ideas and simplicity in sewing. You make complex things look simple. If only I had started with your ideas rather than having to be “perfect” when my Italian aunt hovered over me! I have mainly sewn with knits because they don’t ravel and hence are quicker to make, so your techniques intrigue me. Love it that you are a “novice” and yet do things so beautifully. I owned a fabric store for ten years and would have loved to had your ideas to help people and young people develop an interest in sewing with these simple but quick projects!
I made the bag keeping the scalloped edges. I bought matching napkins and cut it into 2 strips and added the zipper to it then added the napkin just under the scalloped edge. I did some extra top stitching on the quilted bag near the napkin. I just love seeing the scalloped edge of the bag.
Love this method of making bags so easy. Made three today, two from placemat and one from fabric I created and quilted. Fabulous. thanks and cannot wait to see more.
I made this at a recent quilt retreat in Florida. Some of the ladies saw me make it and later I found out made them also. Thank you Lorrie for the awesome video. I used the same placemat, but in reverse.
You’re amazing!! I’ve made a couple of your bags!! You make it not only look easy, but your teaching truly do make it easy! You’re my hero!,
I love this. I made a version of it keeping the scallop on the top, straight sides and I did a flap with a fun button/loop closure on the top flap.
Same here
Lorrie, I don't know if you check old video comments but this one is great! I didn't know there was fusable waterproof vinyl! I'm starting my first project tonight. I'm back to sewing which I love!
I used the scalloped placemat the other day to make an envelope pouch. I lined up the scallops so they matched so the size was kind of predetermined for me but it turned out very cute! I wanted both sides of the placement to show so I cut off approximately a third of the bottom and flipped it over and sewed it across the bottom width wise and turned down the top and used fabric Velcro to close it.
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Thank you for the great tutorials. I am pretty new to sewing etc but I did just make one of these bags. I also added the iron on vinyl to the inside. Now this is my very first one and I am pretty happy with it. I'm certain going forward I will get much better!
Love your videos.They are easy for me to follow. Thank you so much!I have 4 granddaughters and 4 grandsons as well ! Sometimes I can't afford to buy everybody gifts for Christmas due to I live off of a low income. I am so grateful that you made this videos!God bless you for helping us Grannies!
Lorrie, have you ever used zipper basting tape? You stick the tape on the fabric, peel the backing off, then press the zipper to the tape. You can stitch and iron right over it. It doesn't add bulk or gum up needles and there's no problem with washing. I find this tape to be especially helpful with difficult zipper placements or hard to work with fabrics (or laminate).
Love Music I use it in several of my videos 😉
Love, love, love!! The vinyl iron on lining is a great idea! Your tutorials are the best - so clear and concise. Thank you so much for doing these!! I'm going to try this one.
Thank you for the tutorial. I have never seen the iron protective that you used. I for sure will be purchasing some of that. Have a blessed day.
FANTASTIC TUTORIAL! I see you have many videos I want to see so I subscribed on this first one because of your sewing skills, editing skills and likeability! Thank you for your time making videos!
I just got done watching you sew the makeup bag! I can’t wait to try it!!! You are a very good teacher!!! Enjoyed this very much!!!
Did you know you are poetic? Love love love the bag.
I had to revisit this pattern again because I might make a bunch of them for my women's retreat this fall. I want each person to have the date and location so I think I'll embroider the info on there. I'm contemplating which bag to make and I think this would be easier considering the volume and embroidery to show.
I love to sew, and making tote bags is one of my favorite things to do. BUT, I always have had trouble with zippers! Thanks for your examples and for your darling ideas!
What a great addition to a beach bag to take wet bathing suits home
Made a bag tonight from other tutorial, getting the vinyl to make another tomorrow. Instructions are superb!
Nice. I made a bag with the scalloped edge but did NOT cut edge off - folded it over! Gave a two-toned color effect on outside and showed off the scallops. I used two lines of top stitching on zipper: one edge-stitched and second line 1/4” away. Made edge behave and looks good. Pic on my FB Page. The long wavy edges were trimmed by the serger as side seams were stitched.
Great tutorial! I serge all raw edges including zip edge; it finishes it beautifully!
Bindi Park Hi Bindi, how did the serger do with the zipper? I love my serger. Had it a year before I ever used it. Now it is the go to machine. If I am not quilting, I ask “how can I utilize my serger. I have been making face makes, tote bags and pillow cases with the serger.
@@KJSew Hi, I serge the edge of the fabric that the zipper lies on; not the zipper itself. Sorry- I didn't make that very clear in my post.
Thank you for the reply.
Any of these bags would make a fun lunchbox. Have you thought about adding reflective/insulating material? I wonder if it would make the seams too thick to sew with so many layers.
Love this idea. Made 3 so far and gave them as a gift. They say they loved it. Thank you. I will keep looking for more Ideas from you. Easy is great. Keep up the good work.
Love all your videos... you give great easy to follow instructions....THANK YOU!
I wish I had that of that when I made my first ones. When I made my last one I did use a plastic that sewed in. This iron on plastic is fantastic. You are fantastic and a great instructor.
I'm not a seamstress by any means, but your tutorial makes me think I can actually make one of those bags. Great project and thank you for showing us how.
Great video...I was reading up on the vinyl you are using...wipe clean no machine washing is the recommendation
I saw the dop kit style bag for sale on Mercari using the scalloped quilted placement and they left the scallop on and they went down the length of either side of the zipper. It was so cute! I wish you would take a look at that and show us how to do this. It seems to be wasteful to let that cute little scallop go . I absolutely love your tutorials and make one everyday!
Yea I showed that one a few years ago
Could I access that somehow
Lorrie I love your tutorials, you explain everything so clearly.Thank You for taking the time for showing us. I am attempting three of the bags for my Daughter and for my two Daughter in laws for Mother gifts.Hopefully they turn out and I can show you a picture after I'm done.Thank You again 😊
When you were cutting the edges off the placemat, I notice you are left handed. So am I. It felt really good to see you doing everything from my point of view. When I see right handed people doing things, it just doesn’t settle well. Hahaha. Yea to left handed people. When I worked for Apple Computer, there were more left handed people working there than right. 👍
I just make this pouch and I used a lace zipper . I love my new bag! Thanks
I saw your video and jumped at Walmart to buy some placemats. Just finished one! Sooooo cute
Your tutorials are great and so easy to follow. I have made several of your bags and love all of them. Thanks so much.
Love these. They are such good beginner projects. They’re easy and look soooo good and useful
Great idea! I'm going to make these for my small group of quilting friends for Christmas and fill them with fabrics and notions!
I love this - wish there was a tutorial for doing this in the hoop for embroidery machines
Love the way you teach and instruct in such an easy learning style! These are so cute! Can’t wait to make one with vinyl lining. Will continue to follow!!!!😀
Love how quick and easy the pouch is. Can't wait to make one.!!!!!
I'm going to be traveling soon and I think I will make a set of these for travel cubes!
Thanks for the video. Just a thought for you. Someone showed this to me and thought I would pass it on to you. On your triangles - draw a line from the top of your triangle to the center of the bottom of the triangle. This give you a perfect split of the triangle. Place the line on your seam and the edges of the triangle on the folds of the fabric. Then draw a line on the fabric. All the angles of the boxed corners are the same.
These are so cute! I've been making a Walker Hanging Bag from a free pattern at Embroidery Garden but adapting it and these bags would make a perfect compliment.
I really enjoy watching your youtube tutorials. Keep them coming.
You are great. Thank you for your time. You make sewing so much funand you address the steps very clearly. Thanks again.
Lori, I just love your videos , I have made all three sizes , found the vinyl at Joann’s , that’s my next one with it, using the denim placemats from Walmart love the ruffle edge , I’ll send picture when I done ....thank you cyber friend , you are the best to teach.
Cute!! I love this. I think it will make cute Christmas gifts for my daughters-in-law.
I love your bags you've made from placemats. Well done
I like using a 1 1/2" cut for square bottom. Really enjoyed your video.
Loved your tutorial on this I am making 2 for my daughter for Valentine’s Day thank you
Your Tutorials are Super and Very Easy to Follow!!! Thank You and keep them coming. Love, Love, Love You're Beautiful Yellow Lab...So relaxed and quite comfortable in your sewing room. Trudy S
Ok, so I know this is over a year old, but now I know what I'm giving to everyone for Christmas this year (2019)!! Well, at least the ladies. And possibly the men that I know that do some traveling and have to carry toiletries and such with them. Never heard of the vinyl fuse before....HAVE to play with that!!!
Wondering if you have tried to make a crossbody purse/bag from a placement. Just love your videos.
This is amazing!! Thanks so much for sharing this idea and putting it in a tutorial. I am a beginner sewer and have just discovered your channel. I have subscribed and I see myself learning a lot from you. Thank you!
thank you so much and I'm not afraid to put a zipper and also I would like to know did you cover your chair and if you did could you show us how to do it
Such a cute bag! Thank you for this tutorial, Lorrie. Because your tutorials seem easy to follow, a sewing machine is on my wishlist now. *grin*
Thank you for the tutorial. I have made a few and love the results. Please keep the tutorials coming. Love your work.
Genius!! I'm loving these bags :) Can't wait to make a few for Christmas presents.
Thank you, thank you, thank you sooooooo much for the matte vinyl fuse idea! I’ve been looking for something like this so I can make my candy wrapper zipper pouches! I love you for being so talented and I’m happy you came into my life now! Thanks for everything you share my talented friend!
Thanks for sharing your video ! How clever is that. Can't wait to try this project. I am just learning how to sew and purchased my first sewing machine thanks again
Love the ideas of the triangles.
These bags are just irresistible! Would you please make a lunch bag out of these placemats for us?
This was so cool, and easy to follow. Thanks Lorrie. This will be my Spring Break craft project.
Loved your teaching in this video. Can you tell me what the finished dimensions of the cosmetic bag are? Thank you.
Just discovered you, love the videos, have made a few of the square bags and now I will get the pellon vinyl fuse and make more!!! I love the dog on the couch too!
This vid is so perfect because I recently discovered your box bag vid and went to Walmart and bought a quilted placemat to make a bag for my daughter. But when I showed her some of your pics, she said she wanted the more flat bag. *head bang* LOL So I was hunting and hoping you did a vid on that, which this is. Also, I was thinking about the wavy edge placemat, but decided on the straight cos' I wasn't sure how to deal with the wavy edge. HA, again...you tell us how. THANK YOU SO MUCH!
I just love your videos.....you have that talent for teaching ...thank you
Hi Lorrie! It's nice to see you again! Have you done any tutorials on using the place mat that is NOT quilted?
Thank you for an easy to follow tutorial that some of us not as talented can follow. Like the way you explain and show each step.
Zippers, I am not easy with yet, but going to try this one. Glad to find out about the iron on vinyl. Can it be washed in washing machine. Maybe it says that on the package when I purchase it.
Thanks from McKinney, TX.
Love these bags I’ve made two and every one went crazy for them. I’m trying to find the teal placemat that’s not quilted with red flowers shown at the 18:52 mark. Where did u find that one at please?
What a brilliant and easy project Lorrie! Thanks so much for the tutorial.
I have made three bags. Thank you for the tutorial.
Love the vinyl added to the bag , makes for a wonderful make up bag. TFS!
Lorrie I Love Love these they are the best makeup bags ever.
The wonder bond 1/4 inch temporary adhesive tape is a GAMECHANGER. You can get it at Joann’s by Dritz
Awesome tutorial! I love The Pioneer Woman and all her products too! Thanks for sharing!
Very good job and love the bags and the different size "triangles" wow. Gotta go now going to Wally world to buy some placemats LOLOL. Fantastic idea thank you.
Awesome tutorial! Running out to Walmart tomorrow!
Love this, making for my sister-in-law, thank you!!
Thank you for sharing. Made 8 of them today, getting Christmas gifts made early. Will tag you as well ;]
Thank u it makes a great gift . Easy to make and great beginners project. Making with my 3 granddaughters. Easy project.
Thank you for sharing this video. Very well explained. Excellent instructions, I njoyed it . Now I'm going to make a bag!
Thanks for your video. I loved it! Do you have a video for putting a handle? If you dont, can you consider doing one?
Thank you for your tutorial ~ I loved it! Going to try making a few for gifts 🤗
Love this idea! Making these for teacher gifts. I will post and tag. Awesome job!
I love how you explain everything, and I made my first bag tonight. I'll definitely be following you.
Great Project Lorrie. Thank you for the tutorial. Love the idea of the vinyl to protect the bag. You do an awesome job of crafting!
Loved this great job 👍 .
Judy Estrad
Saw the color of material and it caught my eye so I watched your video. Super cute and I love how detailed and not so fast way of teaching. Can you please give me info on your serger or which one to buy... thanks a bunch
She has the Brother 1034D Lock. It's at Walmart for less than $200.
Love the video, can't wait to try out this make-up bag with the vinyl
Appreciate the detailed tutorial. Very nice.
Thanks for this tutorial. I love your sewing videos.
TFS! I went and bought a bunch of different placemats and have already made one box bag, from one of the flat placemats and I love the way it turned out! Definitely giong to be making more! Great gifts! I also have a brand new serger and definitely going to use it! Thanks again!
Marieville55 Hi!! Can you please let me know what type of serger you have and how you like it?!! Thanks so much.
I plan to buy a serger too! What kind do you have? Do you like it? Pros and Cons please.
I have made 3 of the square bag with the small handle, I'm going to make a variety of these three for all the girls in the family for Christmas (20). Thank so much for your hard work and sharing!
I have my 4th Bernet by Bernina
I lost 3 in a house fire.
I love this bag !!! I need to get to Wally World and purchase these placemats !!! Creative idea! Thank you 😊
Awesome video, easy to understand and I love that you showed information about serging the edges. Thank you so much! Happy Thanksgiving!
Hi Lorrie, this was GREAT using the press on vinyl.... I sew with reg vinyl and do clear bags, and I have what you used, but have never used it... I'm so happy to have found your TH-cam channel... also, is your machine on the far end a Singer 9960? I have one, and when I use it, I enjoy working with it... thanks for your valuable time in teaching..... Jon
Love your tutorials! I am making some for our charity drive in December. Can you tell me where you got your tassels. TIA
Love your tutorial; now I'm ready to make a couple of bags for gifts.
Great instructions, I especially like the precut triangle guides
Can you do a sewing machine cover made from these placemats?
Love all these bags. Thank you! 💕