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And here we have the first for the pod 💙

My labels have arrived! Hoping to make my first bag(s) this weekend!

I have just created a Mors Bag pod - super excited to start sewing these bags and donating! First up is ❤️

A few months ago when I was going through my sister’s fabric stash I had to this gorgeous African wax print fabric. At the time I had no idea what I’d use it for (probably lining for a bag) but I knew I just had to have it.

Fast forward to last night and I was panicking trying to find a big enough piece of fabric for my sewing class today, saw this and thought it would be perfect… I don’t think I was wrong!

Pattern: Recess Play Pants
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Tuition & support: the wonderful Elaine at

When I saw someone having a de-stash of some Harris Tweed I had to some! Likewise when I saw this dead stock fabric for sale!

I’ve had this bag cut out since October I think 🫢 and finally had the sewjo to get it made up today! Not gonna lie, I’m a little bit in 💛 with it!

Pattern: Hillside Tote
Green Outer & Lining Fabric:
Outer tweed fabric:
Metal work, zip & strapping:
Thread:
Machine: As always my M200

I think I’ve mentioned before the amazing stash of fabric my sister got for free - well I just had to this jersey fabric as soon as I saw it 💙

I made one of these wrap dresses at a workshop a few month ago and absolutely loved it - really easy pattern to follow and I’ve not seen anyone that it does not flatter! So I thought it would be the perfect make for this given that royal blue is the chosen colour!

Pattern: Appleton Dress
Thread:
Machine: Lock 2140D & my trusty M200

My work colleague is going on maternity leave soon and when the email made the rounds asking for contributions for a gift I said making something!

So I made this backpack for her to keep all of her baby essentials in. I adore this fabric and colour combination - I have loads left so looking forward to making some more!

Pattern: Range Backpack
Fabric: &
Bag Strapping & Hardware:
Thread:
Machine:

When I finished my jumpsuit at I said getting it on Dolly (my mannequiné) to get some pics for .

Only problem is Dolly doesn’t have legs, just a single pole, so I can’t get it on her 🙄 so instead, here I am modelling my creation! The fit is much better when I don’t have leggings on underneath 😂

Fabric: unknown (from a stay got for free!)
Pattern: Kielo by
Thread: (maraflex)
Machines:

When put on a workshop for this pinafore dress both me & my sister had to a spot!

It was so nice getting share something I love with my sister and I was so proud of what she created (and that she finished in the time frame!) especially given she has only recently started sewing ❤️

Pattern: York Pinafore
Fabric: Corduroy from
Thread:
Machine: M100

The little niece (4 years old) came round for some Aunty Kelly time this morning and when asked what she wanted to do she said doing some sewing!

She helped me cut out the pattern pieces for this dress and helped sew a matching headband but when it came to making the actual dress she was more interested in trying out all the different stitches on my M200 (on scraps thankfully!).

After she (sulkily) left, I finished off this beauty and can’t wait to see her in it!

Fabric: at
Pattern: Kids’ Dress from
Thread: Deco Stitch 9819
Machine: M200

When I saw this fabric I had to some to make a Christmas gift for the eyebrow queen herself 💖

Outer Fabric, strapping @ metalwork:
Lining fabric: on Spoonflower
Thread:
Machine: M200
Pattern: my trusty Hillside Tote from

When had a workshop to make a jersey wrap dress I just had to a place!

Here’s Dolly modelling the finished dress, which got worn to work the very next day! Big thanks to Elaine the fir all her help & patience as always (I love your workshops!)

There’s a couple of bits that can be improved on next time I make one but I’m already on the hunt for some nice jersey fabric to have another go!

Pattern: Appleton Deess
Fabric: (£7.95 for 3m)
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Machines:

I was so pleased with the bag I made for my book club secret Santa , a little difficult to stay anonymous though as I always show them my makes 😂 I do love this colour combo!

Pattern: Hillside Tote
Fabric: & (finally used the turquoise pleather you gave me!)
Strapping & metalwork:
Thread:
Machine: M200

#2023

Oh wow, I didn’t realise I’d not posted some of my recent creations - spamming you with posts over the next few days 😂

I made this beaut a while back for my bestie to use as a baby bag 💖 So excited to have another precious little girl to call me Aunty!

Pattern: Range Backpack by
Fabric:
Strapping & Metalwork:
Machine: M200
Thread:

I’ve been quiet - the day job has been busy and I’ve not had much time to sew. I have made this beauty though!

has a charity dinner and will be running around selling raffle tickets and taking donations so she reached out to a bag the would be big enough for an A5 clipboard, card machine, raffle tickets, a load of cash and somewhere separate for her own phone and purse… oh and she wanted it to still look a bit dressy!

We settled on my go-to Hillside tote, with an extra inside pocket and made it out of this gorgeous suedette for a bit of a dressier look and feel. Apart from the interfacing not wanting to stick, I loved working with the suedette so glad I bought extra to have a play with!

Pattern: Hillside Tote
Fabric:
Metalware & strapping;
Thread: Deco Top Stitch
Machine: my trusty M200

Another day another bag! When I saw these remnants for sale I had to them!

This one is called Horsey Harris and has already been bagsied by

Pattern: Hillside Tote (I ❤️ this pattern so much!)
Main fabric: ex Barbour water resistant cotton blend from
Harris Tweed & Lining fabric:
Hardware & strapping:

When I was going through my ever growing fabric supply and saw this gorgeous lemon and cherry blossom I knew exactly which make i needed to it for!

I’ve named this one Rhubarb & Custard because the colour combo reminds me of my favourite Squashies sweets 😋 this is one of my favourite bag styles to make (I have 3 myself!) - perfect cross-body with loads and loads of room & pockets!

If this bag is a bit of you, check out my Etsy shop - link in bio!

Pattern: Hillside Tote by
Outer fabric: Yellow leatherette from
Lining fabric: my stash (I have no idea where it came from or when I acquired it!)
Zip, metalwork & strapping:
Sewing Machine: M200
Thread:

dressing Dolly in leopard print 🧡

It’s starting to get chillier but defo not big coat weather so a coatigan is perfect for when I’m hopping to the shops or heading into the office.

This pattern couldn’t be easier to follow and make - perfect if you’re wanting to get more confident on the overlocker!

Fabric: Leopard Fleece from
Pattern: Bianca from
Inspiration (as always): (coatigan workshops available)

Excited to share this item from my shop: Autumn Backpack

Autumn Backpack - Etsy UK This Backpacks item is sold by BagsByBagsy. Ships from United Kingdom. Listed on 25 Sep, 2022

getting into the autumnal spirit 🍁🍂🍁🍂

I’m back sewing the things I love… bags! Let me introduce you to my latest make: the Autumn Backpack.

I just knew this floral with its oranges and browns would be perfect with the ex Barbour water resistant cotton blend I used for the main fabric.

Pattern: Range Backpack
Fabric:

If this bag is a bit of you, it will shortly be available in my Etsy shop!

spending the weekend in my happy place 💚

Today I have mostly been cutting out squares and sewing them back together - but what will it be??? Hint: it’s not a patchwork blanket!
🟫🟩🟥🟦🟧🟪🟨⬛️

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