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Colorblocking is a fun way to change up the look of a favorite sewing pattern or project. Melly Sews has a tutorial showing how to do it. Colorblocking not only adds color, but also shows off different parts or features of the pattern. It’s also a great way to use scraps – or perhaps a fix for when you don’t have quite enough of one fabric for the pattern you want. Melly Sews show show you can add colorblocking to a sewing pattern.
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The bag is simple, uses very little fabric (about 2/3rds of a fat quarter), has no fussy inside pockets (although you can add your own if you like), and takes me well less than 30 minutes to print the pattern, cut out and sew. But quick and simple doesn’t mean it’s not awesome!
It’s the sort of bag that is versatile enough to be used for lots of applications, not just cosmetics and toiletries. Keep all your pens and pencils in order, use it for a small first aid kit for the car, keep it in your desk at work for a few headache pills and other personal supplies.
Make some for yourself, for gifts or to sell.