How to Make a Slow Stitching Bag - Relaxing Textile Collage Art

Wondering what to do with your Slow Stitching? Make a bag! Join me Start to Finish as I create a DIY garden inspired collage with layers of slow stitching and then turn it into a lined pouch. A beautiful functional piece of textile art, stitched and quilted by hand. Stitch along with me and make your own! I discuss plenty of customizable bag options as part of this enjoyable relaxing process. Welcome!
Timestamps:
0:24 Batting
0:33 Creating a Fabric Collage
4:17 Basting the Collage
6:11 Slow Stitching
7:19 Bringing in a new Colour
9:03 Securing the Patchwork
10:53 Stitching Close Ups
11:53 Lining/Backing
12:42 Basting on the Backing
14:15 Slow Stitch Hand Quilting
19:15 Stitching Up the Sides
20:04 Enclosing Raw Edge Seams
23:40 Closure Options
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Welcome! My videos are about Textile Art, Slowstitch, Collage and Hand Embroidery and quilting. My work is Bird and Nature Inspired, Colourful, Relaxing, Calming, with Intuitive Design, No Rules, Creative Handwork with fabric and thread.
It's about the process. xoxo

[@DianaStitching]

I love how you say it can be just beautiful, and it doesn't have to be useful. I often struggle with that concept, in that I'm constantly questioning whether I should create this or that, because there "doesn't seem to be any use for it, so what would I do with it?". This will change the way I look at things, thanks xx

[@peaceofpi-studio]

I’m glad that idea resonated with you. It’s so important I think!

[@svetlanabarshtein1783]

May be you want to give it as a gift 🎁 or donate ?!

[@chriswickeham9894]

I start and never finish anything!

[@marlenejones6266]

Boy oh boy are you good. Your stitches are so even and perfect. I'm subscribing now. I dozed off cuz it's half past midnight. Then I saw all the lovely work. I'm so happy I found you to learn from. I'm 74 and Im eager to learn to do much of this beautiful stitching.

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! I’m glad you’re here! I hope you find slow stitching as enjoyable and rewarding as I do. There’s so much flexibility. The possibilities are endless. 😊🧵🪡

[@brendaalexander1923]

Thank-you for sharing 👏 👍 love you video

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you!

[@diane2941]

Very pretty. Thank you.

[@claudiaforrest6669]

Great piece!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you. I really enjoyed making this!

[@nancystrebel3339]

I just have to try this, love it

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! It’s a really enjoyable project.

[@anusuyals1123]

Really enjoyable! I m inspired😊

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you!😊🧵🪡

[@glitter2glaze21]

I sew clothes, quilt and curtains, etc, but big stitching scraps is the most relaxing!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

It really is! 😊🧵🪡

[@SSandtheRVCats]

This bag turned out really nice! I love it!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thanks it’s really useful 😊🧵🪡

[@svetlanabarshtein1783]

Very beautiful ! Tank you !

[@vi1332]

Greetings from India. Thank you! I am a beginner stitcher...and love your work.

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Hello! Thank you!

[@barbarakirby2740]

Just Beautiful, I could watch you slow stitch all day. Glad I've found your channel. Thanks for sharing!

[@Iamlynie1]

Thank you for sharing. I love that you have stitched over stitches to make more of an effect 😊❤

[@CordulaPrice]

My 3rd video in a row love your slow stitching 🧵 thank you for sharing 👍🏻😊🤗

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Yay! Thank you! 😊🧵

[@tachiza1]

Amazingly beautiful!!!🧵❤️❤️❤️ Every video is a big surprise! Your videos are full of advice and wisdom. Thank you, thank you very much for sharing.❤️❤️❤️⭐️🧵💫

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! That’s so kind. I’m glad you enjoyed watching 😊💜🧵

[@MariaLuciaGomezGreenberg]

Love it! Great way to use scraps and something unique, useful and beautiful. Thank you ☺️

[@dulceesquibel7043]

Super this is amazing, when I started looking at slow stitching thought what do I'm going to do when I finish the piece but seen your videos gives you the answer, saw how you prepared for n the finish of the project , Thanks for sharing. Blessings

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy stitching your project! 😊🧵🪡

[@JaijingM]

It's indeed a piece of art. Thank you for sharing your techniques. ❤️

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you!

[@sehryn]

Gorgeous

[@elizabethsawyer5906]

A beautiful bag! Thank you Jo💕

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you!😊🧵🪡

[@chloegrl1366]

How beautiful love how all the colors really come together in the in love all the stitching...Ive just tried some English paper piecing going to slow stitch over some hexies thx for the inspiration I loved that it all hand sewn just shows if you go on vacation and can't bring your machine you can still make something beautiful!!!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! Slow stitching over hexies is a great idea, should be beautiful!

[@gracemaxwell6157]

Cute project! Thank you for sharing!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thanks!😊🧵🪡

[@robinmanly7381]

I found your wonderful video at just the right time, since I've been itching to just pick up a needle and stitch. Fantastic work!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! Happy Stitching!

[@adasalasarmas4418]

muy lindo ese tipo de bordado y el acabado me encanta, gracias por compartir

[@peaceofpi-studio]

😊gracias😊

[@annemarieburley9366]

This is a wonderful idea and so well explained. I really enjoyed this helpful video and can’t wait to try this. Thankyou

[@peaceofpi-studio]

You’re welcome! I hope you give it a try!

[@raeboyd5596]

Girl I chose 3 of your videos to watch today. The moon and loon landscape, the needle book and this one and I've so enjoyed your videos and soothing voice as I stitch. Now this one I want to make because I need a pocket case for my little travel Bible. It currently is tucked into a pocket from one of my son's highschool jeans but it sticks out of the top so it will be so practical for me!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Sounds great. This project is perfect for customizing the size. It’s also very satisfying to watch the patchwork transform with all the stitching. Thanks for watching!

[@kjmcarl4257]

I always get so excited when you post a new video. Amazing how you transformed the fabric into a work of art. So inspiring and beautiful.

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! 😊

[@showntellstitcher]

Your bag is incredible. I MUST make one of these. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! Have fun!

[@ahafun2010]

this is really great - another of your wonderful ideas successfully executed! i love your ideas and your relaxed approach!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thanks so much!😀🧵🪡

[@milumoon]

Thank you so mucho for this calming video. I've been interested in this technique for so long, but I haven't tried any of it. This video inspired me.

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! I hope you give it a try!

[@MickMickey]

I have been wanting to try something along these lines with bits and scraps of moms needle work sewed in. Thank you for helping me understand the backing process. Now I am wondering if I can cheat and use a pillow case she embroidered and crocheted as the front and back......Well done you!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you ! I love the pillow case idea! It would be beautiful with slow stitching and a wonderful keepsake. 😊🧵🪡

[@MickMickey]

@@peaceofpi-studio I forgot to mention the pillow cases I have are unfinished that mom embroidered, but were never completed. One pair is open all the way so it will be easy to stitch. Wish me luck.

[@Jas5]

So beautiful

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thanks!

[@mariemiddleton467]

Love your color combinations! So beautiful with all the stitching and I love that it is all sewn by hand ❤

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! Hand sewing is slow in the best way! 😊

[@suzieq23ify]

So so cute, pretty and colorful. I love all the pieces you used to create this lovely bag. Thank you for taking us along step-by-step!🦋

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!

[@suesmith6679]

Beautiful bag. I’ve tried sewing patches down individually but the edges are a problem as they stick out and fray. By using your method of sewing across the whole bag then the edges just seem to disappear - genius! Could we have more of these larger projects please? Thanks.

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! I’m so glad you found it helpful!

[@debbiehammond7375]

Such a beautiful piece! I just discovered your channel and have subscribed. Looking forward to more of your videos.😊

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! Welcome, glad you are here.😊

[@sharontrumble4872]

Your work is gorgeous! Love your style! Is the thread you are using pearl cotton or regular embroidery floss? If I did use embroidery floss , how many strands would be best? Thank you 😊

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! I’m using 2 strands of embroidery floss and a gold eye embroidery needle. That’s my favourite combo 😊

[@heirloommoments]

love your work! What kind of thread is your favorite?

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Thank you! DMC 6 strand embroidery floss. I usually use 2 strands. I love the colours, the feel and consistency.

[@nitajohnston8266]

New subscriber, I have recently started slow stitching. How many threads do you use when stitching? Thank you for sharing, this piece is beautiful.

[@peaceofpi-studio]

I almost always use 2 strands of embroidery floss. Thanks for subscribing. I’m glad you’re here! 😊🧵🪡

[@ltilley7343]

Can these bags be washed with the regular felt in there? I'd like to make one!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

I would wash these delicately by hand. The felt most likely won’t shrink 😊🧵🪡

[@elenarios4390]

What kind of thread is it

[@peaceofpi-studio]

I’m using six strand embroidery floss. I use two of the six strands of floss.

[@janhulse9518]

COULD YOU SHOW MUCH SLOWER THAT STITCH YOU DID AROUND THE PIECES. IT LOOKS LIKE BLANKET STITCH BUT YOU SAID IT WAS JUST A STRAIGHT STITCH.

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Hi, yes it’s a straight stitch I used to surround the patchwork pieces. I’m taking a stitch perpendicular to the edge of the fabric. To see it slower: There’s a function in youtube where you can play in slow motion. You can find it in the settings (it looks like gear or cog) and one of the choices is “playback speed.” Hope that helps!

[@donnafunnell2564]

Lots of slow stitching!!!!!

[@peaceofpi-studio]

Yes! Many hours!