Sew to Sell. How I make 11 assorted bags/pouches with free vinyl & fabric samples I can make to sell
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- Come along with me whilst I show you how I process the free sample swatch fabric I received a while back. I'll be making 11 bags using vinyl and upholstery pieces, and creating some smaller all purpose bags or pouches.
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Something people who don’t sew, create, etc. realize is that most of the time spent is in preparation…matching, cutting, deciding. Thank you Christine.
So true Chris. Ever since doing these videos, and providing my alterations service, I've become more aware of just how much time I spend preparing compared to actual sewing time😀
Yes, I think the prep and decisions takes more time than the sewing. Thank you for your videos Christine.
So true.l..the prep is most of the project…with out proper prep the project just does not work out the way it should.
Agreed! I made a messenger bag from a pattern... took me 4 hours just to interface and cut fabric. I am a relatively new sewist so I move a bit slower. Just trying to make the best bags... and hoping that they sell. ❤
Thank-you for answering my question about what color thread you use when batch sewing.
Lovely video, clear instructions as always,they are a lovely bag ,hope they sell well. You are a busy lady ,sewing and making these videos and editing them,plus running the shop and helping with house clearance.Thank you for sharing.
Thanks so much Eve. You forgot my afternoon nap! No matter how busy we are, I'll always make time for a quick 20min snooze😁
I enjoy watching your videos! You are so creative and practical, and make such beautiful and useful gifts with the abundance of fabric you have! Your big batch sewing techniques are amazing, and you're very efficient with and mindful of your time!
Thank you so much Jen. I'm fortunate that "time management" was drummed in to me very early in my working life. It serves me well😀
Another project to add to the list...lol. I just love hearing your machine buzzing away..thanks Christine..😊
It's music to my ears too Janet😀
Love watching you sew and work out the problems. Thanks Christine x
You are so welcome Christine. Thank you😁
I think I like your batch sewing videos the best and I can't wait to make these with my recently acquired stash of upholstery samples! Thank you, Christine! 🌺👍
I just love batch sewing. If I have everything ready, I can take it all to work and sew between customers at my leisure😀
Upholstery fabric is expensive so using the sample fabric is so clever
It sure is expensive. I wouldn't be able to sew all these without the samples I get😀
That is just brilliant! Putting your new labels over the sticky parts - your a creative lady. Thanks for more ideas. Love your batch sewing
Thanks Jennifer. I wasn't going to let those sticky labels beat me🤣
I just love watching your videos. I feel as if I am standing right across from you as you share your tips and when giving instruction. ❤
That's lovely. Thank you so much😀
They are fantastic. They aren't all feminine, so even a man could make use of them. I love what you make with these fabrics. By adding the vinyl, it looks more jun es e qua. It just works 😀❤️
Thanks so much Sharon. I thought these would appeal to the men as well, but then I went and put "Christine Made It" right across the front!🤣
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Oops! I didn't think about that. 😂
You are awesome! I thank God every moment, when watching you create,😮 for His wonderful gift to you!!❤ from the USA
Wow, thank you so much Vi.😀
Lucrezia & Marie from Marie’s Scrappy Creations recommended you. Batch sewing is a good thing & your tips will be helpful! 😊
Thanks Lesa. In which video did they mention me? I'll have to go thank them😀
I luv the idea of putting the label over the sticky part. Maybe using baby power over the glue/sticky part will eliminate the label problem. Otherwise I luv your video's, tips and how you overcome problems. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to new creations...
Thanks for the tip Lynette. I wonder if the powder would affect the machine though?🤔
Hi Christine, Since watching your videos, i learnt using the double sided tape made life easier lol
That's great Lee. Isn't it just fabulous!😀
Thank you for this wonderful tutorial and video. Your videos are the best! Greetings from Bavaria/Germany, Susanne
Thank you so much Susanne😀
I love the purple pansy bag!!! How cute!!!! Thank you for the awesome instructions!!!
That fabric was very cute Deborah😁
Great video Christine! Does it take you longer to edit when you’re batch sewing? Always love your videos and like many others, get excited when I see the CZcams notification is yours.❤
I’ve finally got my cutting table cleared enough so I can actually utilize it and feeling motivated to be in here again. I cut and clipped 10 expandable storage bags while watching/listening to this video. I’m going to try using those little hangers many of the fabric samples come on for the top. Will let you know how that goes.
Hugs from Nevada,
Cathy❤
Thanks Cathy. Yes, it take a lot longer to edit these types of videos, as I do separate voice overs for the sections that I speed up. I also repeat myself several times when giving instructions which take ages to edit out too.
I love putting podcasts or YT videos on when I sew, but can't when recording. It's so good that you managed to get so many bags cut out in one video, and do let me know about the hangers. I'm yet to use them in a project😀
I love it that you're getting free fabric! I've just discovered you lately and your videos are clear with instructions and measurements. Thanks for including inches, too. Not all of us use metric!
My pleasure Elaine. Welcome to the channel😀
Thank you Christin , I am definitely trying these.
You do an awesome job in training. Love your videos!!!
Thanks so much Mary. Happy sewing!😁
Another great tutorial 👌 love watching ❤
Thanks so much Patricia😊
Really enjoyed watching this Christine. So sorry the editing was so long and labor-intensive. All your bags look just lovely.
Thank you so much Cyn. Editing wouldn't be so bad if I didn't repeat myself so much😀
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs BTW, thanks again for sharing Chris’ link to his Channel (a while ago). We subbed and have enjoyed the Farm series. Especially moving the WAGON recently. That was exciting!
@cyn4rest yes, that was a really good video 😀
Beautiful batch sewing project. Thanks for the nice tutorial. p.s. The sticky tape looks like something I would like to learn to use and hopefully it won't gum up the sewing machine. Don't forget that is part of your cost, too. I didn't see it on the list at 40:54. Thanks again. I especially love your channel for the multi-piece production projects. Thanks for the great editing on the video!
Thank you Eve. The tape and anything else I forgot to mention was included in my consumables costs which I add to the labour rate. I did a video recently on the tapes that are ok to use on your machine too. Some are aweful to use and gum up your needles😊
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Thanks for explaining. I'll check it out. Love your assembly line procedures for batch sewing! Not sewing with pins seems so streamlined! I will look at the video of your tape comparisons.
I sympathies so much! Editing is the WORST 😂 But you did a fantastic job. Do love the subtle, classy touch of the leatherette labels too!
Yes, the editing can be a real drag sometimes. Especially when I keep stammering😁
Great video Christine. thank you.
Thank you Jane😀
I love it ❤ They came out beautifully. Thank you so much for sharing. Great video. 😊
Thanks so much Anita. Now for the next batch!😊
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Yes...I always enjoy watching your videos.
Thank you for showing the breakdown of how you price your items,very helpful.😊
Glad it was helpful Angelica. Thank you😁
Another winner! I just love that pansy fabric! Your idea for the name tag is brilliant! Love these bags! Happy sewing.❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thanks Debbie. I fell in love with that fabric too. So vibrant!😀
Thank you for another interesting video and your time you give for it. 😘
I have been sewing small bags for many years, so I already knew the sewing technique. However, I am still learning a lot from you. You taught me how to use double sided tape. This makes sewing in zippers so much easier for me. Using labels was also at your suggestion. Your use of upholstery fabric also gave me new inspiration, so that I now have a good (slightly too large😇) stock of it. Some bought on E-Bay and some for free. I have already sewn and sold or given away many sample swatch bags. Sometimes I am very jealous of the wonderfully colorful fabrics you have. I want to reach through the screen and steal some of them.
Seems like people in Germany prefer all variations of gray and brown for their furniture. So it's hard to get swatches with beautiful colors and patterns.
When I don't have time to sew, I often watch your videos for inspiration and to look forward to upcoming projects. Your voice is so pleasant that I enjoy listening to your videos while sewing.
Now I'm looking forward to the next video about your best-selling products of the last three months. Hope you will continue.
Hugs and Greetings from Germany❤❤❤
Haha, that's so lovely Sybille. I also see beautiful fabric that others have and think "ooh, why don't I have that!", and aside from the upholstery fabric (which I love to sew), the two most important items for my sewing business have been my labels and double sided tape.
My three monthly report is due today, so will film it this morning, and hopefully have it ready this evening. 😀
Very nicely done Christine!!! Thank you from Canada 🇨🇦
You are so welcome Shelley. Thank you😀
Many thanks for this amazing episode. Thank you, Christine ❤
Glad you enjoyed it Melahat. Thank you😁
Great video Christine!
Thank you Jan😁
Wow! You are amazing!
Thank you Janice😀
You have EXCELLENT videos and information. Thank you for sharing your expertise.
Thanks so much Mona😀
Great video Christine! I love how easy to follow your videos are ❤
Thank you so much Rebecca😁
I know it's swings and rounabouts, but to make top stitching your second side by the zipper easier, how about joining your back panel to the base and topstitching after youve top stitched both sides of zipper? Just a thought. I do so love your videos Christine ❤
It's a good thought Alison, and I did consider it, but that would have made the top stitching more difficult when I joined the back fabric to the base.😀
I use the bobbin trick in my Anish Star potholders. I can use any color on the top and bottom. I have different sized caps for my top thread, and frequently use a bobbin there as well. There's a lot of stitching, and starting and stopping. I get a lot of bobbins back. I only need to match thread when I quilt the rows and the binding. 😊
How exciting is it to get all those bobbins back Sharon. I know I always feel like I've had a win with my thread. At least until I need the colour I've just used up!🤣
Love your videos..
Thank you Jean😀
Thank you Christine for this vid. I so appreciate your sharing.
You are so welcome Irma. Thank you😀
These are great bags. Thanks for sharing
I'm Glad you like them Cynthia. Thank you😁
Great video. Thanks!
You're welcome Kelly. Thank you😀
Fabulous tutorial and video. I laughed when you said "just" slide the slider onto the zipper tape! I even bought the one you recommended but I still can't do it. It's not going to beat me though. Thank you for this one, as usual.
I wouldn't let it beat me either. I remember the first few times I tried them. I could have thrown them across the room😀
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs I did!
Love your videos Christine. Try eucalyptus oil for removing sticky glue. I keep it in the house for this purpose and cleaning. I find it a household necessity!
Thanks Barbara. I have the eucalyptus oil at hand. I also have a little bottle of acetone that I drop the needls into😀
They are beautiful 🎉
Thanks Angelica😁
Thanks for sharing this video, it was great!!
I too have a lot of upholstery fabric samples.
Thanks Cindy. I think they're one of my favourite fabrics to sew with😀
Yep. On my todo list.
Thanks Christine ❤
You are so welcome Dorothy😀
Thank you so helpful and interesting. UK
Thank you Jackson😀
Good video Christine will try batch sewing the pouches look good I have some upholstery fabric some are 3 meters long so it will be a little of an experence for me to do but will get there have a good cuppa
With 3mtrs of fabric to play with, you'll be an expert in no time Pamela.😀
Christine, you did a wonderful job of color coordinating those upholstery fabrics with the vinyl. And I love that pansy fabric. You are so right about the Dritz double sided tape. It is the first and only kind I have used. When you would say how easy it was to remove the paper tape from the double sided tape, I was so frustrated at my ineptitude at removing it. But I feel validated now that it was me and not the tape. Thank you again for your great editing and teaching skills.
Thanks so much Elaine. Even though the Dritz doesn't gum up the needles, it is a real pain to use😁
You make attaching sliders so easy. Unless the quality of continous zip in Aus is superior to ours that is available in Zambia, Africa. I really struggle. And have to tug away at the ends, Sometimes the zipper frays somuch I have to recut ends to straighten them up. Any suggestions, I would really appreciate thankyou
facinating
Thanks Georgina😀
Christine I forgot to put the zip head on twice yesterday and considering I only made 2 kindle pouches that 100% of the time! 😆
haha, that's so funny Sue. I did well to catch myself at the beginning😀
Haha, great minds think alike! Placing your label there was going to be my suggestion.
Haha, it was the only option😀
You Can also use an iron for the glue. It just melt away
If only it were that easy Tina. Using the heat press is always my first step, and has been the most successful so far, however some companies use glue that wont release with heat, or by any other means. Cutting is always my last resort.🙂
Another great instructional video on bags. I love your colour coordination, matching vinyl to upholstery fabric. I have used those faux leather labels myself and found putting double sided tape on the back holds them in place, but my problem was stitching around the label in a way that gave equal distance from the edge on all 4 sides. Often coming to a corner I was a bit too far away to pivot, and if I took one more stitch it would place me too close to the edge. Do you have any tips on this? 🙂🇨🇦
Thanks Barbara. I also found that putting the DST on the back was helpful, and the vinyl foot. That really made a difference.
As for the stitch length, I've seen some people raise their foot and move the label back or forth to enable a full stitch to be completed at the end. Does that make sense?
I'm fortunate that my machine has a half stitch and a quarter stitch, so I can use that to make smaller stitches.... Oh wait! You could sew almost to the end, then reduce your stitch length, turn the corner, with normal length, then reduce at the end again and so on. Tedious I know, but all I could come up with😀
Thanks, Christine. I did use the method of dialling down the stitch length as I approached the corner and you’re right, it was tedious. I only have a few labels left, so once they are gone, I think I will order metal ones.
If you put those swatches in a hosiery bag, would that keep the gooey paper bits from getting all over the machine and other clothing? I do know what you're facing with that goo. I had 3 little girls who loved stickers. Inevitably, a few would be overlooked and go through the wash. If they made it through the wash, I would have a bright pink Barbie sticker staring at me inside my dryer! Oh what a pain, but not as bad as a missed crayon! Oh my goodness, what a mess!😂
I've tried washing them in an enclosed pillow slip Sharon. I managed to get a lot of the paper off, which left flakey bits all over the inside. Unfortunately the fabric ended up with flakey bits all over it as well everything getting frayed and tangled. It was the most successful method I've tried, but also the messiest. I sat on the lawn out in the back yard removing all the bits from the swatches😀
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Oh no! I'm glad you said something. I've got a few swatches and thought about trying that! Oh what a mess that sounded like.
Where do you sell them. You are a very goo teacher.
Thanks Dione. I sell them in my second hand store, on Facebook, and on my website😁
You are so cleaver Christine love your work can you made a round bag with Pocket s on the outside to use for bingo thank you
You're in luck Shelagh. I've already done that video. Here's the link czcams.com/video/7cZ6LDlZF5I/video.htmlsi=Mzz4P2mHbH4watWi 😀
I still need to do a real batch sewing.
It's so therapeutic MJ😀
I’m sure you have tried it but I got all the paper off my samples by ironing, I just peeled the paper off while still hot and the glue came off with it.
Thanks Sally. I usually have the most success with the heat press, but in this case, it was a huge fail😁
Hi, love watching and learning from you. Can you tell me the measurements of the bag. Each fabric was 11 1/2 by what? Thank you😊
Hi Peggy. The cutting instructions are at 5.42min into the video. 😁
Brilliant idea Christine. I note you have a US & UK Amazon store. Do you have an Aussie Amazon store? I live in NZ so often shop at the Australian one
Thanks Heather. I do have an Amazon link as well. It's near the bottom where the USA link is. I haven't created the store yet though as it's new to the Aussie site😁
Also, if you put the fabric all the Way to one side of the vinyl, it will save you one cut every time, just ned to cut one side only☺️
Yes, that would be the perfect solution Tina. Unfortunately one side had staple holes in it, whilst the other side had a big adhesive label on the back. It makes the fabric stick to the machine. The side with the holes was the better side of the vinyl in this instance🙂
How are you obtaining these free sample pieces?
Patricia, check out my playlist on "free fabric" where I share how I get these samples😀
It sounds as though wages are a little higher there than Canada, but possibly costs too for some materials? There's an ocean between you and some of your suppliers I'm guessing?
Could be Zee. I did a comparison ages ago, but it fluctuates too much around the world. 😀
Where were you able to get the sample swathes that you’re using?
Suzanne, have a look at my "Free fabric" playlist. There are a few videos there telling you how I get my fabric😁
How do you acquire the samples?
Janice, I have several videos in my "free fabric" playlist that will give you loads of ideas😀
What color of thread do you use when batch sewing?
Dana, I usually use a grey blend😀
Thank-you!
Goid on you for hitting $25.00
Thanks MJ😀
Don't use googone it stains
Thanks Elizabeth. Good thing I couldn't get any😀
Love your new labels! And, yes, sharp blade in rotary cutter. ✔
Most definitely. Thanks Janer😀
Love all your tips and tricks for speed sewing 🧵 thank you
You are so welcome Nancy. Thank you😀