Lemonza Clutch Wallet Sewing Tutorial - Bag Making with Country Cow Designs

[@christinebryant9143]

I made this clutch and use it all the time as my main handbag. Being retired I don’t need any of the off to work for the day stuff. And everyone who sees it loves it. Thanks Jo.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Great to hear it’s so useful 😃

[@jackietschantz]

As a beginner I have struggled with some tutorials. However. You are now my favorite of all. Your instructions are very clear and easy to follow and I appreciate that. I’m ordering this pattern now and can’t wait to make it. Thank you so much. You are a wonderful teacher.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Awesome, thank you! Happy sewing

[@charlotteanderson3727]

Thank you so much. Your tutorials are terrific - I am educator for adults and can tell you your tendency to anticipate the learner's questions, compare the correct and incorrect ways of completing the instructions, and the clear video all make them terrific.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thanks for the kind words 😃

[@Noskipstitch]

Can't watch the video at the moment but I'm so excited 🤸‍♀️ Yay!!

[@delilahcarbajal6734]

I just purchased this pattern, I’m getting ready to sew it, well after I cut it out lol 😂.. I watched this helpful tutorial first. Thank you ❤

[@colettemonaghan8846]

I have just completed this bag and enjoyed the challenge - I think! My Janome domestic machine does struggle with thicker seams, so this was definitely at the extreme end of its capabilities. Your instructions, both written and visual, are as always very clear. I really do need to try using my cricut machine to cut the fabric, as some pieces were definitely wonky, and I can't blame my sewing machine for that!

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thanks for making it 😃

[@cherylh8924]

I'm enjoying making the pattern so much I'm making 3, so hopefully, I'll get them all made.

[@jaytopham8514]

Dear Jo and Adam. Wow. This bag is amazing. I was awake early and it was lovely and quiet so watched your video from beginning to end. The bag looks so smart. From my point of view, as my hands ache a lot, I can prep everything and take my time over a couple of days. Your instructions are very clear. Thanks for a great pattern. I will purchase it later today.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Hope you enjoy making it 😃

[@ifigeniaharoussi]

Brilliant pattern!!!

[@ptoste1]

Wow 🤩. I love this bag. Amazing tutorial. Thanks 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@janerowe15]

Oh I love this little beauty Jo. Congratulations on another wonderful project. Can't wait to try it. We'll done!!! Love Jane ❤️

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thanks so much 😊

[@billieclark1661]

Brilliant! Can't wait to make it.

[@FleurdeLinda.Stitches]

❤ this and did not see the turning method coming!

[@natalierausch1769]

Nice bag Adam ,oh yes Jo yours is nice to 🤗

[@ceciliaohman185]

This is a beauty!

[@mariamichalopoulos2846]

Your work is perfection

[@almendraalmendra4463]

excellent!!!!!!

[@donnacornell6340]

Excellent tutorial, very thorough and complete!! Thanks so much, already bought the amazing pattern!!

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@ninibartolome5666]

I love that cool way of finishing and closing up the bag! Thanks jo!

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Glad you like it!

[@madelinegreen660]

Super bag. Great tutorial. Definitely making this bag. Thank you 👏😘

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Have fun!

[@elonanamor6420]

Again another great video and pattern.

[@cyn4rest]

Thanks for this descriptive vid. I’m going to use a lightweight plaid wool for exterior. Fingers crossed it’s not to thick. It’s been decades since I’ve seen this turning method; thanks for bringing it back.

[@cyn4rest]

Just bought pattern. Thanks, Jo and Adam. Thanks too for including svg files. Very helpful.

[@CindyReven]

Simply beautifully Amazing ❤❤

[@clairebloggs3131]

Ingenious! As soon as you put the second overlay on what looked like upside down I was sort of "Ohhh, that's how it's done!". Lovely bag. Got my pattern, can't wait to try it.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Glad you like to. 😃

[@LAKatKreations]

Adorable! I had to get this one, of course, and looking forward to Adam’s next pattern, too.

[@LAKatKreations]

And thank you for the SVG files. I’m loading them to my cutting machine now, and they are very accurate!

[@dianedeck]

definately trying this one. Also that prototype looked awesome can't wait to see that one it looked pretty cool.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@natalierausch1769]

An fantastic bag, clutch

[@claremcgill2490]

Oh fantastic, a real beauty and I think I can do it! Thanks Jo and Adam!

[@CountryCowDesigns]

You can do it!

[@suzanneschannel4109]

What an awesome pattern and tutorial!

[@amycook6468]

Amazing design, nice work! Thank you for all the time you put into your patterns and videos. So well done.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thank you very much!

[@viviannemckinney3156]

just finished my first one and not perfect but love the pattern and am cut out another one right away

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thanks 😃

[@jeroengrobben7555]

Amazing. What an excellent tutorial. Always fun to see a bag/wallet get turned inside/outside a bunch of times and then all of a sudden it looks great. ( I have the same Janome too, love mine ). 😊😊

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@helensmith5127]

Stunning bag another great tutorial

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thanks 😃

[@Lia2908]

Precioso clutch! Gran trabajo, me encanta... Gracias ❤❤😘🌹

[@bearscritter]

BEAUTIFUL CLUTCH! Brilliant way to close it also!!!💜💜💜

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thank you! 😊

[@fionasmith2856]

Clever construction. Congratulations on another fab design. Looking forward to making this one ❤

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thank you! 😊

[@elizabethcanning1518]

What a great bag ☺️ Particularly love the way you have closed the bag with the overlay. Awesome job 🥰

[@brindafoster6518]

What a cool way of closing up the bag. I really enjoy your patterns, can't wait to make this one.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thank you. 😊

[@sewhoneybea]

Another great pattern Jo. I look forward to seeing Adam’s bag next month also. You both are an awesome team. 🤩👍🏼

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thanks so much!

[@lefty4180]

This is ingenious!! I cannot wait to sew this, just got my pattern. Another great design-thank you 🙏 also looking forward to Adam’s-I saw that 🫣

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@elainen2636]

How cute is that!!! Another well thought out pattern with an excellent tutorial.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Glad you like it!

[@dianetrenary2380]

Love the little peek-a-boo lining on the outside pocket. Nice touch! Also the side wing sewing seems a great way to complete the bag! Great detail tutorial Jo!

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thanks 😊

[@marissaking3987]

This is beautiful! such a clever way to close up the bag at the end! I can't wait to make it!

[@sharonkennedy8612]

It’s amazing. Excellent job. Love the construction of the bag.

[@LindsHandmadeDesigns]

Super cute! Great design 👌🏻

[@TADrew]

Love it! Great tutorial as usual with clear, precise instructions! Hope to make my version soon :)

[@nicolejackson1781]

Wow! I love how all your patterns you manage to find new and amazing ways to make a bag! I love how this one comes together. It isn't a bag I would typically use but I really want to make one just because of the unique way it's sewn together!

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thank you so much!

[@ThatsSewJules]

Congrats on the new pattern, Jo! It’s beautiful! Can’t wait to make it!

[@misheldodge8206]

This was so good! I love how this came together! Great job! ❤can’t wait to make one!

[@juliepearson5880]

Bought my pattern ready to go 😊 but dying to hear your thoughts on your new machine. I’m planning on getting one just waiting to hear what you think 😘

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Thanks 😃 Our video on choosing a sewing machine covers my reason for buying it. I’ll be doing a review of it probably next month I hope.

[@sueb4919]

I’ve just made my first Lemonza and so pleased to be able to follow your instructions Jo! Mine isn’t as tidy as yours, but I definitely will make it again. By the way, where does the name Lemonza come from? Is it a Cornish word? I couldn’t see any explanation on the pattern.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

I’m glad you like it. The name is totally made up. One of the first prototypes I made was using a fabric with lemons on it and the name came from there

[@kivamahatma9817]

Hi my name is Kiva. I was hoping to ask you a couple of questions. Are you guys still happy with the Janome hd9. Or would you choose a straight stitch industrial now that you have used it for a while. I ask because I am going back and forth between the Janome hd9 and a straight stitch industrial. I own a walking foot industrial, a serger, and the brother st 150 hdh. I plan on getting a post bed and a cylinder arm and a ski icing machine. That is all in good time. I primarily use vinyl and leather. Btw… love your videos. Thank you so much to you both.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

I’m still very happy with it. It’s a straight stitch machine but works great with cotton, cork and some vinyls But if you’re planing to sew mostly vinyl and leather a machine with a compound walking foot will definitely be better. Thanks 😊

[@kivamahatma9817]

Thanks for the advice. I think I will try it out. If I had more room for a second industrial machine I would totally get one. But I think it should work out perfect for me. I have the Jin/Juki Na11ut walking foot. It is the direct drive version of the 1181 but rebranded by Juki for over by India. I love it. But I wish I would have waited and got the fabricator. I was a couple hundred short. I was eager to get started. I love it but I wish it was a tiny bit slower for the ability of working with leather as a beginner. But at least it has a single stitch button. Lol… it is what it is. I’m still very happy.

[@kivamahatma9817]

Thanks again for all your patterns and sewing lessons. I am new to all of this, and i dove head first into all of it. Your videos are a huge help and a big inspiration. Thanks 😊

[@christinebryant9143]

Hi Jo, I have the Lemonza pattern and have been cutting out the paper part. I hope to use cork for the flap. Will I still need to use any Decovil stabiliser if using cork? Or just some non woven for the lining. What would you suggest please?

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Hi Christine, I’d definitely still recommend using the Decovil. Amy, one of our testers, did a couple with cork flaps and she said she was really glad to have the Decovil in there because it needed it 😁

[@christinebryant9143]

@@CountryCowDesigns thank you very much Jo.

[@PrincessAndMonkey]

Jo, what size needle did you use for the final topstitch?

[@CountryCowDesigns]

I used a sized 90 I think

[@danamakesit4623]

What thread were using?

[@CountryCowDesigns]

It was Guttermanns Polyester.

[@debbiesdroppedstitchstudio1587]

Could I make this out of cork?

[@CountryCowDesigns]

I haven’t made one from cork so I can’t say for sure. With cork it could be too bulky in some of the seams. You would need to be careful where you used the cork and how you combine it with cotton for the lining.

[@ajayioluwanifemi3838]

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[@CountryCowDesigns]

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