Debi's Piano and Sewing Studio

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Best Cosmetic pouch Ever

Tote Bag using Foundation Paper piecing technique

Tote Bag using Foundation Paper piecing technique

This 11 x 7 in. fully lined pouch has a 3 inch flat bottom, front zippered pocket and an inner divided slip pocket.

 1 in. D-ring tab and strap with hook optional. You will need to bring: 1/2 yd of quilting weight cotton for main fabric and 5/8 yd. for coordinating lining/upper border. All other supplies provided. Basic zipper colors available here but if you prefer to order your own, you will need two matching 14 inch YKK #4.5 nylon zippers. Wawak Sewing Supply Link 

$65 for unlimited sessions needed to complete project. 

Tote Bag using Foundation Paper piecing technique

Tote Bag using Foundation Paper piecing technique

Tote Bag using Foundation Paper piecing technique

This adorable zippered tote bag is 15 wide x 13.5 tall with 3 inch flat bottom. Features a 6 x 6 foundation paper piecing pattern (several  pattern choices to choose from) Get creative with your color choices or keep it simple. You will need: 1/2 yard of quilting weight cotton for outer fabric, 1/2 yard of lining, a selection of coordinating fabrics for your design, a fat quarter or 1/8 yard for your center border strips. Basic zipper colors available here but if you prefer to order your own, you will need two matching zippers @ 10 inch and 14 inch YKK #4.5 nylon zipper. Wawak Sewing Supply Link 

$65 for unlimited sessions needed to complete project. 

Zippered Tote with Outside zippered pocket

Tote Bag using Foundation Paper piecing technique

Zippered Tote with Outside zippered pocket

This is my go-to zippered tote with outer zippered pocket! I have several for different uses. It holds a laptop, iPad, books and music easily. Measures 14 in. wide x 14 tall, with a 2 inch deep bottom. Plenty of room but has a slim profile. The outer zippered pocket is 8 in. wide x 9.5 in. long - can be used for cords, cell-phone, etc. Reinforced straps, inner fleece for structure. You will need 1/2 yard of outer, 1/2 yard of lining. Basic zipper colors available here. If you prefer to order your own, you will need two matching zippers @ 10 inch and 14 inch YKK #4.5 nylon zipper. Wawak Sewing Supply Link 

$65 for unlimited sessions needed to complete project. 

Cell Phone Crossbody purse

2 Quilted placemats with binding

Zippered Tote with Outside zippered pocket

Measures  6 x 8 with outer pocket - plenty roomy enough to fit a large cell phone and glass case. Strap can be adjusted up to 43 inches. Great for walking, shopping or whenever you need a small bag. Fully lined with coordinating fabric. You will need 2 fat quarters (or 1/4 yard) of quilting weight cotton for outer and straps, and 1 fat quarter (or 1/4 yard) of lining fabric. Hardware provided. Basic zipper colors available here but if you prefer to order your own, you will need two matching zippers at least 8 inch YKK #4.5 nylon zippers. Wawak Sewing Supply Link 

$65 for unlimited sessions needed to complete project. 

Medium crossbody walking purse

2 Quilted placemats with binding

2 Quilted placemats with binding

Very useful 8 x 7 slim crossbody purse with adjustable strap.  Holds sunglasses, cell phone easily. Outside zippered pocket. Fully lined with coordinating fabric. You will need 2 fat quarters (or 1/4 yard) of quilting weight cotton for outer and straps, and 1 fat quarter (or 1/4 yard) of lining fabric. Hardware provided. Basic zipper colors available here but if you prefer to order your own, you will need two matching zippers  9 inch (at least) YKK #4.5 nylon zippers. Wawak Sewing Supply Link 

$65 for unlimited sessions needed to complete project. 

2 Quilted placemats with binding

2 Quilted placemats with binding

2 Quilted placemats with binding

You will make two 18 x 12 inch quilted placemats with binding. 

Bring: 1/4 yard for centers, 2/3 yard for backings, first border and binding, and 1/8 yd for 2nd border to make two placemats. 


$55 for unlimited sessions needed to complete project. 

Insulated Lunch tote.

Insulated Lunch tote.

Insulated Lunch tote.

This slim lunch tote is 11.5 w x 9 tall with 4 inch flat bottom. Fits easily in a backpack. Made with waterproof PUL lining and inner insul-fleece to keep things hot or cold. (both provided). Bring 3/8 yard each for outer and lining. Basic zipper colors available here, but if you prefer to order your own you will need one 12-inch YKK #4.5 zipper. Wawak Sewing Supply Link 


$65 for unlimited sessions needed to complete project. 

Boxy Zippered Pouch

Insulated Lunch tote.

Insulated Lunch tote.

Fun to make boxy pouch is 4 inches wide, 7 in, long, and almost 3 inches tall. You will need 1 fat quarter for outer, 1 fat quarter for lining, (or 1/3 yard of one fabric will work) and a coordinating zipper. Basic colors available here, or order at least a 14-inch long YKK #4.5 zipper -  Wawak Sewing Supply Link 

$60 for unlimited sessions needed to complete project. 

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