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The Folk Art Factory is a bagopedia for the modern DIY maker.
The Folk Art Factory
4M ago
I have something a little bit different for you today. My publishers at Search Press have asked if I would like to take part in a special Christmas promotion that they are doing for Bookmarked (a whole, glorious crafty community … Read the rest
The post Deck the Halls with DIY! Sew Something Special for Christmas. first appeared on The Folk Art Factory ..read more
The Folk Art Factory
5M ago
Hello, hello! It is lovely to see you! I have a double treat for you today- a free pattern for an iPad cover AND my once a year very special competition. Read all the way to the end for that … Read the rest
The post How to Sew and iPad Cover- Easy Free Pattern! first appeared on The Folk Art Factory ..read more
The Folk Art Factory
6M ago
Have you ever tried ‘pottery’ using cotton cord or rope? If the answer is no, read on! Actually read on any way because I don’t want anyone to miss out. I love a project that allows me to use scraps … Read the rest
The post Fake it with Fabric- How To Make an Easy Rope Bowl. first appeared on The Folk Art Factory ..read more
The Folk Art Factory
8M ago
It is easy when you buy a pattern simply to follow it and to be honest, that is usually what the designer has in mind! But sometimes, a teensy tweak can change the way you use a bag.
Today I … Read the rest
The post A Very Easy Design Tweak with HUGE Impact. first appeared on The Folk Art Factory ..read more
The Folk Art Factory
8M ago
Think I am exaggerating just a bit? A simple sewing storage problem solved and everything else in your world falls into place! Well not quite (that credit card bill is still there) but not exaggerating either- anyone who has suffered … Read the rest
The post Make Life Changing Storage Bins- Free Pattern! first appeared on The Folk Art Factory ..read more
The Folk Art Factory
1y ago
Sometimes sewing tasks require you to bend things, weave them and poke them in different directions and for the slightly directionally challenged, that can be an absolute nightmare. Adjustable straps for bags come under this category. They are actually easy … Read the rest
The post How To Make and Adjustable Bag Strap first appeared on The Folk Art Factory ..read more
The Folk Art Factory
1y ago
I love oilskin! It is actually nice to work with, looks amazing and pretty much any bag that you make from it will look professional. Also called dry oilskin or oilcloth, it is a fabric that has been long used … Read the rest
The post How to Work with Oilskin – The Hints and Tips You Need! first appeared on The Folk Art Factory ..read more
The Folk Art Factory
1y ago
Everyone needs a simple tote bag in their repertoire. And you do not need me to tell you that it is coming up to gift giving time….
I love a simple make like this because it is quick. So if … Read the rest
The post THE Perfect First Tote Bag- Free Pattern for Beginners first appeared on The Folk Art Factory ..read more
The Folk Art Factory
1y ago
I was having a look through my patterns the other day to see what we could possibly add to the list of ‘needed’ things. Then it came to me. A wallet. We don’t have a wallet pattern!
I decided that … Read the rest
The post THE Wallet – Your Free Sewing Pattern for the Perfect, Favourite Accessory. first appeared on The Folk Art Factory ..read more
The Folk Art Factory
1y ago
I know, I know, you can buy bias tape (known in the UK and bias binding) but when you do that, you are limited to the colours and patterns that the manufacturer decides. What if you want to match your … Read the rest
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