Also. Another cheap lining is using a table cloth that has vinyl on one side and flannel on the back. BTW....I love your attitude about it. I have the same attitude and I've been sewing for over 45 years. I had 2 wonderful sewing "teachers"..... my mother in law and later an elderly friend. I am now starting to teach my 9 year old granddaughter. Last year she made a small quilt for herself. I gave her a sewing machine for Christmas last year cause she asked for one. Even her 6 year old brother wanted to sew so I helped him make a mug rug. He was so proud of himself. Thanks for telling new sewers not to stress....that is what discourages them and takes the joy out of sewing. ❤
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words
@mandycollins879523 күн бұрын
Great idea!
@DebCrafts123Ай бұрын
Thank you for your service to anyone that wants to learn to sew. You speak “easy, friendly” sewing terms of encouragement! 😉🥰
@mariannatrapani58593 ай бұрын
Chelsea I look forward to watching you sew. I am 83 years old and you make me wish I knew you when I was younger. By that I mean I still sew. But don’t have as longer span as I used too. Thank you. Your the best in my opinion.
@jandegarmo18026 ай бұрын
I have an idea. Seatbelt soft shoulder covers, I love your videos
@rspringsplanningandesigns4 ай бұрын
Love this idea!
@sharondamman94284 ай бұрын
@@rspringsplanningandesigns great idea for people with ports in their chests or mastectomy patients!❤️
@gingerkalafatis24963 ай бұрын
@@sharondamman9428 GREAT IDEA!! I’m a nurse♥️
@mandycollins879523 күн бұрын
That's fantastic!
@roszitalee44105 ай бұрын
Mom sewed for herself and us 4 girls. She never taught us but we now sew for ourselves and for our kids. We just picked it up. I am a purse and tote bag freak...I never had success making them. You have cleared my fears and encouraged me to iron my stored fabrics again. Bravo maestro.
@lindafitzsimmons25266 ай бұрын
You are a very specific and detailed tutor/teacher/instructor. Your style is both enjoyable and relaxing. After reading some of your viewers comments I have to wonder if they are actually paying attention?? You left nothing out…the walking foot attachment was mentioned more than once and I have no doubt that your daughter’s safety is your number one priority as you teach her how to sew. Love your tutorials!! Looking forward to more projects.
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
You are my new best friend! I agree! People must not be paying attention! lol. Thank you for your kind words when others are not so friendly.
@sondrakenny94283 ай бұрын
@@shesewsseams😅h
@shirleyscarlato42656 ай бұрын
You’re so good in front of a camera! I don’t know how I found you, but so glad I did! 😂❤Great personality, too!
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@LydiaFaith766 ай бұрын
I love that you did this with simple tools. Not everyone has a walking foot and you did stress that using one be preferred but wanted to show it could be done without. Thank you for thinking of those small things for people like me 😃 I love your tutorials. You are a ray of sunshine
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Thank you for the kind words!
@paulavinkpatterson662721 күн бұрын
Love you! Your work! Your attitude ! Your humor! Your ideas! I learned on my mom's machine when about 11y.o. and just took off. But got married and had no machine for 40yrs. I was always afraid of zipper until you. Now can we work on button holes and then slippery fabrics. Thank you Chelsea! May God continue to bless you in everyday, Jeanna (gee-na)
@tamaradore68345 ай бұрын
When I was teaching my Granddaughter to sew I made her a little sign to keep near the sewing machine that said Be the boss of the fabric!
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
That is awesome!
@jenniferthurman12822 ай бұрын
I love sewing along with you! I’ve been sewing for many years and appreciate your encouraging words. ❤
@aleahabaca66675 ай бұрын
I am going to do this for a dirty diaper holder to add to my baby gift package! Thank you for another great tutorial!
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@5eagans3 ай бұрын
Great idea for my next grandbaby!
@gaillinden6527Ай бұрын
You are terrific, great personality and a super teacher. Like Shirley, I don’t know how I found you, but so glad I did! I have been sewing all my life (now 76) since I was 8. You are perfect for newbie sewers, but I also have learned a lot from you too! Thank you!
@shesewsseamsАй бұрын
You’re so sweet, thank you! 😊
@MisterNoman6 ай бұрын
I love this one. You are a very good instructor. I’m not a beginner but I like to watch and review how to sew things. You make this fun!
@MarliesMonllor2 ай бұрын
Absolutely love this bag. I am watching 3 mo later so I hope dollar tree still has the materials
@sharondamman94284 ай бұрын
My life is insane right now but when things calm down I want to get back into sewing and teach my little grandgirls. I used to see almost all my clothes and my 3 little boys and they liked to sew themselves simple shorts and PJ’s. My husband actually enjoys sewing also like upholstery and tool pouches etc you know, manly things!!😂😂 I’m so glad I came upon your channel!!❤
@shesewsseams4 ай бұрын
Glad you’re here!
@kathyshepley27685 ай бұрын
U have a beautiful voice, and u teach without us realizing it...i could watch ur videos all day...
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@Michelle-t3t5 ай бұрын
This would be a cute diaper wet bag for cloth diapers!❤
@creilly37286 ай бұрын
I love the end results. I think the colorful wristlet kicked the whole thing up a notch.
@vanessabalmores24194 ай бұрын
Hi Chelsea, commenting from Maui, Hawaii! I loved your sew along of this bag. Can't wait to try it. Unfortunately, we don't have a Dollar Tree so I will be looking at Walmart or Ross for the kitchen pads and the shower curtain and so on. Thank you for sharing
@veronicarocha32282 ай бұрын
I would make a mug rug wit the left over dish drying mat. Thank you for all of your wonderful ideas. You & The Twins day are my favorites to watch. Love u muñeca chula 🦋💚🥰🙏🌻*;0)
@dhauxhurst6 ай бұрын
Will you do a video on different feet and how to use them ? Maybe a cheat sheet so we can snapshot for future reference! Love your method of teaching just my style!
@pammyers19826 ай бұрын
I just found you today, 5/24/24, and absolutely love your personality and your way of teaching! Your fuzzy zippered bag is so cute! You have a new subscriber! 💜😘
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Oh thank you!
@dorettaboazzo306 ай бұрын
Your tutorials are so well done! (And your narrative and delivery is so engaging and encouraging!) Thanks so much for your talent, time and energy. (It's like learning and sewing with a good friend!)
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@ashleycoker93816 ай бұрын
This is a perfect beach bag for sunscreen!
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Totally!
@sharonhowell25686 ай бұрын
Would not have thought about using the shower curtain. Brilliant! Really glad I found you. 😊
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@bobbiedurham501021 күн бұрын
I, too, wouldn't have been thinking about a shower curtain!
@tammydye19026 ай бұрын
I love this and I like that you sew in real time you don't speed up the video when sewing like so many others.
@pattysuemcgowen5 ай бұрын
Adorable. I’m making this !!!
@LisaMartin-iv1lb2 ай бұрын
I made a teddy bear with that dollar tree fabric! So cute
@peggyannchapman54982 ай бұрын
I love this pink fuzzy bag!! I will certainly be checking my Dollar Tree for the fuzzy fabric! I have just found your tutorials and am loving your method of teaching!!❤
@Cagletb5 ай бұрын
If you wet and warm a towel, it would make a good heating pad.
@kellyratliff34733 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this cool bag with budget friendly products.
@marilynheath684 ай бұрын
You have inspired me to focus on small projects instead of big quilts! Thank you so much. I thought my sewjo was gone but now I've got it back again.
@shesewsseams4 ай бұрын
Wonderful!
@katw228 күн бұрын
Hi 👋 Millennial here with hardly any sewing experience besides making easy costumes lol! I used this tutorial to make my first bag and first anything with a zipper! And I was so daring, I used another one of your videos to ✨box the corners✨ I made it as a makeup bag for a friends Christmas present using Nightmare Before Christmas (her favorite movie) fabric on the outside and jack-o’-lantern on the inside. Honestly, I was shocked at how stinkin cute it turned out 😂 I can’t wait to give it to her! Long story short, thank you for the tutorial! You are so fun to watch! ❤️
@quiltingforthesoul6 ай бұрын
Awesome 😎 idea thanks 🙏🏾 for sharing. God bless you and your family have a blessed day.
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Thank you! You too!
@ellenpowell41555 ай бұрын
You are so fun n delightful to watch n listen to. I have loved ALL of your cute projects.
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@donnaallbritton45396 ай бұрын
A different lining and it becomes a tablet case. Soooo soft.
@ladydi40514 ай бұрын
You're a great "inspring"teacher too!Thanks for your great sewing videos.
@shesewsseams4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@lindalparr4 ай бұрын
I love it! You’re an awesome teacher and encourager! Thanks sew much! 😊
@shesewsseams4 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@judyscicchitano79065 ай бұрын
Great teacher and cute ideas at little cost!!💖
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@nikkiallin85404 ай бұрын
❤️❤️❤️ your energy! I too took a sewing class in home economics many years ago, sadly I didn’t have a supportive teacher & dreaded the class, the projects, etc. watching you makes me want to try again but it’s been a million years. Would you make a video introducing us to the sewing machine, its parts, sewing terminology, basic sewing supplies needed, etc? I’m sure there are many of us who would be ever sooooo grateful! 🤗
@brenda1211434 ай бұрын
Nikki I also had a home ec teacher that made classes miserable. But fortunately my mother had me sewing by the time I was 7 on her old singer treadle machine. I agree this channel has helped to renew my love of sewing and I intend to be very busy. You would not believe my fabric stash. Good luck getting back into sewing and enjoy yourself
@PatriciaSmith-m3n4 ай бұрын
Love sewing and love watching your projects I am learning a lot from you. Thank you
@shesewsseams4 ай бұрын
I'm so glad!
@carolekilgore6 ай бұрын
I love you, you are like me love sewing and love Inventing things. You are marvelous.
@lindasullivan58116 ай бұрын
Can you do a full screen tutorial? I feel like I’m peeking through a window😀😀. Love you content just can’t watch the narrow window.
@sallygaddis88296 ай бұрын
I watched on my iPad and when I turned it from horizontal to vertical, the picture filled the screen. 🙂 (I have to do that for some of the games I play, too.)
@amyalbury5195Ай бұрын
@@lindasullivan5811 I had to turn my phone sideways!
@carolynmills5135 ай бұрын
I am intimidated by those bowl cozies. Would love to see you make them.
@amyalbury5195Ай бұрын
@@carolynmills513 oh me too!!
@amyellison15894 ай бұрын
You're amazing!!! And keep my spirits up. I just love how you teach!!!
@shesewsseams4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@kathleenmunoz44655 ай бұрын
I am running to dollar tree. Thank you.
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Have fun!
@SharonBorrego-n6e6 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed your tutorial on the dish drying pad and the dollar store fat quarter, sweet!! You are really good at explaining and so kind, and knowledgeable about beginner sewers, love that❤ keep up the good work, I like that you use dollar tree products to help save money👍
@debrayakel24475 ай бұрын
I will probably make one a bit smaller for a makeup bag for when I travel. Thanks for sharing your idea
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Sounds great!
@shellyannray36015 ай бұрын
I enjoyed watching this video! I would love to learn how to sew!! You are a joy to watch. I enjoy watching and listening to you! You are a joy!! God Bless You!!
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@christenakavanagh56965 ай бұрын
Hi Chelsea, instead of a metal awl, from the dollar store get some 6-inch or 12inch bamboo skewers. The long ones can be broken in half. The sharp end is perfect for holding down or guiding your material through the needle without worrying that your needle is going to hit that metal awl. The narrow point is very forgiving if the needle touches it.
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Good idea!
@natalieheffner22116 ай бұрын
I'm so glad your making longer video's, your so inspiring. I've been quilting for a few months but your the firsy person to convince me I could make a tote etc. Ty
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
I'm so glad!
@leticiarocha61215 ай бұрын
OMG that is the cutest bag ever!
@laurenebluder70376 ай бұрын
I think this would be great for a cellphone, wallet/money/credit cards and car keys when you are at the pool, beach or on a boat. Maybe even half the size if using for these items. Then they are sure to stay safe and dry.
@sharondamman94284 ай бұрын
@@laurenebluder7037 yes and on the boat! Would pad it if they fall and keep them dry!!!
@bobbiedurham501021 күн бұрын
Absolutely!
@bobbiedurham501021 күн бұрын
Absolutely!
@bobbiedurham501021 күн бұрын
Absolutely!
@jeankeith73095 ай бұрын
It looks so good if I make one it will go to my only Granddaughter! Loving all your videos! I like dollar tree projects! 💖
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 😊
@dianeskorpak31096 ай бұрын
I love the bag and all your great ideas. Like using a shower curtain liner for the lining!
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@pamkrebes9676 ай бұрын
Cute I am so happy I found your channel ❤
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Welcome!!
@Sonya-m5m3 ай бұрын
Your voice was so much fun. I was listening to this video while making myself a tutu. I didn’t actually see all of it and I could follow your steps, so you explain things well. You make it fun for beginners. This was my first time hearing you. Thanks for the comforting lice while I worked.
@shesewsseams3 ай бұрын
Glad I could keep you company!! ❤️
@dellarector-91446 ай бұрын
You are such an amazing person to share your experiences with us . Thank you sooo much ❤❤❤❤❤
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@melauman54976 ай бұрын
I love this! My granddaughter is wanting to learn to sew! I told her about your channel and she used so excited! She’s 9 and super smart! This will be perfect to do with her!!!! Thank you
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
That is awesome!
@jeritracy97095 ай бұрын
I hope I can find that material. It made such a cute bag. Dollar tree here I come.❤
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Good luck!!
@TheMzTR6 ай бұрын
Tks for sharing this project with us 😊😊😊
@lindawakefield80826 ай бұрын
I love watching, you are so funny while still showing how to sew these items.
@dmjlady426Ай бұрын
I just found your page I have to say you have the best personality. I have been sewing since I was 10 and I’m now 72. But you have shown me some new tricks. Thank you
@shesewsseamsАй бұрын
Thank you so much!
@dhauxhurst6 ай бұрын
That would be a terrific ice pack cover
@alisonmiller11045 ай бұрын
This seems like a wonderful chance to up-cycle my “fabric” waterproof shower curtain liner. They tend to stain on the bottoms but with a nice wash in BrightWhite and cutting the lower portion off, I can make bags for close friends and family. Sunscreen bag comes to mind. Also, Diaper changing mat comes to mind. Keep wipes and diapers and a mat inside this bag and throw it in the stroller.
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Great idea!
@barbarabenn42292 ай бұрын
I have a White sewing machine that I bought in the1970’s. What impressed me when I bought it was it had a high & low speed. We had a house fire in March & my son who lives up near Portland Oregon took my machine up there & got it fixed. The foot pedal still spelled so I took it to the sewing bee in Roseburg Oregon now it works great.
@sandramahar56736 ай бұрын
Just found your videos. Can’t wait to start making some of your projects
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Hope you enjoy!
@lindasnyder50485 ай бұрын
Love this bag... I would leave the lining off I dont need it... but definitely love the rest of the bag with the strap great idea..I would use it for my sewing projects while traveling..you come up with some nice projects..thanks..
@carolmaslanka76446 ай бұрын
You are Awsome! I love how I can sew along with you. You are so detailed and easy to follow. I am an experienced sewer but when you don’t use even easy techniques on a daily basis you need a reminder. Plus, you are so funny and positive. This is my 4th video of yours I’ve watched in a row 😂!
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@nancyrobards38004 ай бұрын
I love watching sewing how-to videos. My biggest pet peeve is those creators who don’t show the finished item at the beginning.
@carlyk5024 ай бұрын
I too learned how to sew in junior high of a Home Economics class. The two projects I remember was a wrap around skirt, & a corded rope drawstring gym bag. It helped a lot that my mother sewed as well. That turned into a big passion of mine to learn to sew more. I forget what age I was when I asked my mom for a sewing kit for one of my birthdays. Maybe 16? Never think you’re too old to learn something new, or feel that you know it all & you’ve somehow arrived & couldn’t possibly learn anything because you know everything. When I took a beginner’s sewing class, I had already been sewing for a few decades. I went in w/an open mind, & thought hey, I just might learn something I didn’t know before. That was my first experience w/a serging machine! Boy was I hooked. I told my husband once he picked me up from class that I needed one, & had to get one. I learned how to make my own sloper, a dress, & a pair of pants. Since I really was the only non-beginner to sewing of a class of about 30 classmates, & one teacher- I kind of became the teacher’s assistant when she was unavailable to help. So my classmates came to me w/their questions or for my help.
@sharonjohnson74585 ай бұрын
great idea for that material. the bag looks great. Enjoyed the video
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@ingridgarcia76726 ай бұрын
I love this bag. I’m going to make one for toiletries for traveling.
@DonnaKane-w7x6 ай бұрын
I enjoy your tutorials. You make using the sewing machine and sewing look so easy. I wish you were my neighbor 😊
@aidamartinez52826 ай бұрын
You are so enjoyable and funny to watch as you know you had me laughing, talking about sewing and stitches. You had me in stitches. Very nice job. I wish I could really sell real good but I just do very little things hams little bit of short curtains, pillowcases, not much big items I used to back when my kids were young, but as the years went by, I got big and I didn’t make any more stuff for them only for my grandkids and grandkids. Love your ideas.🤗👏👌❤️
@lindavanallen13075 ай бұрын
I love this bag. Thank you for thinking of it❤
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@DonnaQuilter6 ай бұрын
Just caught your channel for the first time and love it. I love your enthusiasm. I love to sew and sew most every day or whenever I can.
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Welcome!! Glad to have you!
@35186574 ай бұрын
Absolutely making one!!!❤
@shesewsseams4 ай бұрын
Have fun!
@conniemcomber95045 ай бұрын
I think a busy mat for littles to have while you travel would be great.
@wendybearry31705 ай бұрын
I LOVE your videos, you make me think I can sew it all! Thank you so much! I made a baby blanket (I sorta sew straight seams) and made this bag to match last night it took me around 1-2 hours and it was my first making it, first time putting in a zipper WHAT?! I was very proud of myself! And that because of you! Thank you so much for your encouragement!
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
That’s what I love to hear! Good job!!!
@EveSan20106 ай бұрын
You’re a wonderful instructor… love your videos.
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@workoutwomanj5 ай бұрын
Love the bag!! I can’t wait to begin sewing again. Been awhile.
@shesewsseams5 ай бұрын
Welcome back!
@lauralamarche84044 ай бұрын
Your relaxed and friendly attitude make watching your tutorials a joy. Thanks for all the great tips and projects. I’m new to your videos, but am hooked already ❤
@shesewsseams4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@g._.066 ай бұрын
Love this project. I am so intimidated by adding a zipper, not ready to try yet. ❤
@rubi1000Ай бұрын
I'm so glad to find your channel tonight. I've just bought a newc sewing machine and plan to learn how to sew. You're channel with you are going to teach me❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@shesewsseamsАй бұрын
I’m so glad you found my channel! 😊
@LissaslovesАй бұрын
I’m going to our dollar tree this morning and I will make this today for my friend as a makeup bag. You make me feel like I can do this, thank you for the video 😊
@shesewsseamsАй бұрын
You've got this!
@LauriesHandiwork5 ай бұрын
I loved watching this video. You have such a positive attitude. I think your approach can help new sewers feel less stressed. I love it when people who have been sewing forever tell about mistakes that they have made because for far too long in my life I thought I was the only one who struggled with such things. It’s nice to know that even the most experienced sewist can make mistakes and move on. There are a couple of things that I think could be helpful to newbies. The first is if you could mention in some of your future videos how often the needle in the sewing machine should be changed. The second is to remind us that we need to have our needle in the down position when we lift the presser foot, for example when we turn a corner. I know new machines default to the needle down position but older ones don’t. Anyway, thanks for your videos, I need some encouragement to get back to sewing. I have so many projects I need to work on but because of my busy schedule I lost my desire and focus. These simple projects are often what I need to get back into the swing of things. :)
@juliazimmerman44072 ай бұрын
Thank you for your inspiration! Keep up the funny activities!
@gomezpnp4 ай бұрын
I love this, great for wet swimsuits or shower caps when traveling. I’m definitely going to make this for me, my sister and niece.
@shesewsseams4 ай бұрын
Have fun!
@Vickie-t2z6 ай бұрын
I have just discovered your videos. I really like them. You are so pretty, funny and sew smart;). I will continue to watch.
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@barbarabarthel95666 ай бұрын
Just FYIng you can also use dollar tree fabric placemats for pillows add a zipper and stuff it. Love your tutorials ❤
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Great idea!!
@dorissaylor2396 ай бұрын
The fabric would nice for a travel pillow.
@terryfishon15446 ай бұрын
Thank you im going to try this for shampoo and body wash razor for traveling. Ive never put a zipper in thats a great idea getting the mesh bags and using the zipper.
@judyoyarzabal51446 ай бұрын
Love how it came out..I would use it as toiletry bag. You are amazing, great teacher!!
@dillodefense5 ай бұрын
Quilting just stitches layers together. Straight lines, squiggly lines, stitching out a pretty shape... it all works.
@mymai58596 ай бұрын
Brilliant, Brilliant idea. It looks so professional 💜
@shesewsseams6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊
@sylviaburlingame96776 ай бұрын
I would totally sew this! Great job
@nancydraina839118 күн бұрын
You did a great job. Step by set where the student can stop and start as they sew the project. Thank you.
@shesewsseams18 күн бұрын
I'm so glad you liked it! 😊
@budoneof156 ай бұрын
Love the fabric. It would be so cute with an initial appliqué on the front. You are so much fun.