How To :: Necessary Clutch Wallet Sew-Along :: Assembling the Card Slot Pocket

[@emmacarpenter4055]

WOW...each lesson is as good as the next. Please, keep on teaching and sharing with us. Thanks. We appreciate your graciousness.

[@Brandi62]

Oooh! Fairy Frost fabric! Love that stuff!

[@tinafisher]

thanks so much for this tutorial, you are a patient and wise teacher. If I ever try this bag, your tutorial will be the one I follow, as I have not learned to sew except on my own and through video's. Tell your parents we love them and seeing their faces cheers us up!

[@boulevarddufil2410]

Again Slan I love it ! me too I can't wait 3 and 4 parts, very pleasant to see your tutorial, merci bcq , bizz, Sylvie

[@Apairoffluffysocks]

Sian, I am just loving these tutorials. Can't wait for the rest and will then invest in the supplies and give it a go. You make it so clear and easy to follow.

[@sewgatormomm]

It is so generous of you to create these tutorials, Sian. I have paid for many classes that were no where near as easy to follow or as well done. Thank you!

[@sallydingle321]

Again, very clear and precise tutorial....thanks so much Sian👍😘

[@myralorraine]

I agree Sian, these videos make me want to attempt a wallet too! Great to tutorial!

[@nonnalynn9187]

Wonderful tutorial! Thank you so very much from this visual learner...Love your video’s.

[@chariprice]

Enjoying the tutorial and now I want to make this wallet :-)

[@SewManyFabrics]

Great video Sian, it's tempting me to make this wallet :) We miss your daily waffle though! Hope you are enjoying your holiday with your family.

[@cosanmac]

Sew Many Fabrics 3(]!

[@Lisapittsburghnurse]

Any chance you would do a video tutorial making the NCW mini? You original is literally the best tutorial around, thank u

[@cr8tivecarbaholic]

I cut my pattern pieces out traced them on to a plastic kitchen cutting board. You know the flimsy thin kind. Then used them as my template. Also I used this plastic cutting board to measure and trace a template to press out the card pocket accordian. I labeled them with their measurements, then slide them under the fabric, fold over and press, switch to the next size and fold over fabric and press, repeat. Makes it so much faster.

[@cr8tivecarbaholic]

As I read this I realize it makes no sense, lol AND just how great you are for taking on a tutorial. Thank you again

[@mayambrose5030]

Yes this is what I do You can also use them to help with your folds

[@cr8tivecarbaholic]

@@mayambrose5030 yes I have those too

[@eleanorfitzsimmons2040]

In making the card slot pocket, I have seen one video where a piece of fabric 16 X 15 1/2 was used. All folding and top stitching done and then cut to 8 inches wide.

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

Eleanor Fitzsimmons that is a fab idea

[@michellebrown6394]

Question when you batch interface do you use a pressing cloth? If so what kind do you use?

[@normastout4069]

I Never see frayed patterns pieces, how do you prevent fraying. I love your videos. Thank you.

[@michoumakes]

Looking forward to part 3. ;-)

[@sagepreaumx9903]

What an excellent tutorial. The detailed instructions for directional/non-directional fabric and your personal suggestions are so helpful. And thank you for using inches rather than centimeters. I see that you are using a Phillips iron. Do you like it? Which model is it?

[@ndc508]

Just found your NCW tutorials. Wonderful job! May I ask what interfacing you use for the exterior, interior and the card slots?

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

Hi, I used a non branded interfacing from my local fabric shop. Definitely recommend SF101 and Decovil, they are what I use now. 😊

[@AdirondackRuby]

Yes! Nothing kills your SewJo faster than accidentally ironing away your markings! To quote a certain Kittenish lady "Ask me how I know!"

[@MelindasLifeandstyle]

I use my nails as tools as well. Where is the fish fabric from and have you ever made the NCW out of scuba knit?

[@pamalagilbert3198]

I know the zipper pocket does not need lining but does the outside pocket need lining the flap on the zipper pocket the back piece

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

In video 1 I go in to which pieces need interfacing. I'm not sure I know which piece you mean? The outer portion of the zipper pockets needs lining but that's it as far as the zipper pocket pieces go 😊 hope that helps

[@pamalagilbert3198]

thank you

[@pamalagilbert3198]

think I was talking about the 854 back piece of the zipper pocket not the pocket lining

[@KristianaW]

Hi love this tutorial. I was just wondering what interfacing do you use for the front flap and main body. The clutches you show are really firm while mine have ended up floppy 😞

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

Andrew & Kristiana Watt keep watching all will be revealed....😉

[@moyertubin]

Can i ask what die set you used for this and where you got it? I need to know the size? thanks, really enjoyed your series on making this, i have ordered the pattern and have cut out 3 of them to make, but I would like to use the rivets since I have a press. thanks,

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

I use the 7mm wide and 9mm high rivets 😊 let me know how you get on, I'd love to see what you make x

[@moyertubin]

thanks so much for your quick reply, can you point me to the die set?

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Setting-fixing-tool-dies-single-double-cap-rivets-hand-press-machine-/181275957632?var=&hash=item6fd43764b5 this is the one I have but make sure this fits your press before you buy it 😊

[@mayambrose5030]

B Moyer Not being a fan of stopstitching I cut 1/4 inch strips of decovil iron on slide them into the folds and iron down If you are worried about the extra thickness cut slightly narrower on the ends

[@sarahmitchell5562]

Do you have any tutorials on the shirts that you wear? The NCW is amazing, but I also love your tops!

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

It's the Seamwork Astoria 😊

[@sarahmitchell5562]

Thank you!

[@lthornb1]

Looks as if you have interace the card slot back panel?

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

I did yes

[@lthornb1]

What size rivet or screws do you use for the sides and handles?

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

I used 7mm rivets. You can use a variety of sizes though 😊

[@CR-ls5kv]

I do not see any tutorial to finish the shoulder strap

[@Lisapittsburghnurse]

I hear you saying 18.5 inches long card slot pockets, do you mean 15.5?

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

There is an updated pattern which I was working from, there are difference in piece sizes and measurements between the two.

[@cherylneely1753]

before you sew the lining together you said it measures 16 inches. im getting 15.5 inches. i even put my pieces together and measured the same 15.5. what am i doing wrong..

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

Do you have the most recent edition of the pattern, as the original was a bit smaller than the updated version 😊

[@cherylneely1753]

not to sure i bought the pattern a few weeks ago and decided it was time to make it..

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

Hmmmm you should have the updated version then. Have you checked the little "test square" to make sure the pattern printed out at the right size, you need to make sure you printer is printing at actual size not scaled in anyway. 😊

[@SerenaKaye]

💚🖤

[@Pirate103]

Where did you get the obviously updated instructions? I bought the original ones and they aren’t as good as yours. Cheers Camille

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

There is an updated version of the pattern available from Emmaline Bags 😊

[@andreeclinger7659]

👏

[@sharonarmstrong4578]

My pattern piece is only 11 and 1/2 inches wide.

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

You may have the older version of the pattern. I can't tell you the exact date it was updated but the newer version has slightly larger outer pieces. The steps are all the same just the sizing is slightly different. 😊

[@sharonarmstrong4578]

@@KittenishBehaviourSian Thank you for replying, and yes I have had this pattern for some time now. Loving your videos so far.

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

Sharon Armstrong no worries! Let me know how you get on 😊

[@sharonarmstrong4578]

@@KittenishBehaviourSian Well I feel rather foolish as I realised I forgot to add the centre piece to the pattern. That explains the difference in the width. Oh well off to cut new pieces. I am hoping to use the fabric I cut wrong in another pattern. Just a small tip, I would have like to see the videos numbered eg 1,2,3 etc. Just makes it a little easier to find.

[@dannyidlerocks]

🐝

[@pamalagilbert3198]

that's why I was asking about the 8 by 4 pocket piece back not the pocket lining thank you sorry to keep bothering you

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

Oh now I get you!! Yes that piece needs interfacing 😊

[@pamalagilbert3198]

thank you so much

[@pamalagilbert3198]

I meant interfacing

[@joycelondon1639]

Well on 2 today from forest park Ga monday time 6:20 pm thanks

[@pamalagilbert3198]

8 by 4 back piece not the pocket lining

[@LuvMyCardiKids]

I have never understood the obsession with this wallet other than the fact that it’s easy to make. It may be easy to make, but it’s not very functional as a wallet. It seems like you’d be able to put a lot of stuff in it but as soon as you do, it won’t close. Not even close. The accordion pleats take up all the interior space between the interior pockets and prevent you from putting anything of any bulk whatsoever in the wallet. Same goes for the card slots. As soon as they start pooching out because you’ve added cards, the wallet won’t close. Many people who sell bags and wallets say this is one of their most popular selling items but they must be altering the pattern. I know that if I bought one of these wallets made exactly like the pattern, I’d be mad that I wasted my money on a pretty wallet that I can’t use.

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

I've used one daily for the last 6 years at least and I find it works really well for me. Full of cards, receipts, business cards, tickets, etc and I can fit my phone in as well and it closes just fine 😊

[@CraftyCountryBumpkin]

I love these videos. So helpful. But, I do have to say that this may be encouraging people not to buy the pattern since you are basically showing all the directions and giving all the measurements. Please don’t be offended. Just thinking it may be hurting sales for the designer. Again, I own the pattern and love these videos. Thank you for doing these for the pattern owners.

[@KittenishBehaviourSian]

Lisa Tackett I did think about that but you don’t have the main body of the bag and flap dimensions and personally I wouldn’t want to try and draft those myself. I do give people the links for the pattern and hardware and I hope that the sewing community is such that they want to support pattern makers by buying the patterns for the products they like. Glad you enjoyed the tutorials. 😊

[@margonewhall1272]

It makes me want to buy the pattern actually!

[@spiritwings4592]

I love your videos and I'm going to try making one of these