No wonder you're proud of the sofa tidy. It's brilliant. You've done an excellent job. The colour combo is perfect. I've got the same zips from Amazon but I got the 18in to cover my bases when making things. Thanks for sharing.
The red fabric with textured designs is fabulous. Your sofa tidy looks wonderful-love how you used fabrics given to you by special friends. Adam has such a gift for combining fabrics. He showed a mini iron case that is available in his shop. I don’t even have a mini iron, but it’s so pretty, I’d love to have it. How silly is that?😂 Happy sewing, Ruan.
Ruan I love that red fabric. Can't wait to see what you make with it. You did a great job on the fabrics on your sofa caddy. You have great taste. As always love your videos.
Thanks so much Ruan! Love your other goodies and so glad you love the bag maker's box! I have to disagree with you though - you can def pull fabrics to go together - your caddy is awesome! Well done :)
Hi. Greetings from Bramley! I have that set of zips in my stash because they're always useful to have around. I went and had a look at the 7t7 website and succumbed to the temptation of their mystery box. I haven't joined the subscription box yet because I'm not sure I need that many bags and I don't have space for much more stash. I live in a small flat, my sewing has completely taken over my living room. I looked at the website for the Stitch Festival and I'd love to go, but to be honest, I'm really not well enough. Maybe Harrogate in November with my daughter in law for company. Always enjoy your meanderings, the local accent makes it feel like a friend chatting.
the zip-by-the-meter is easier than you think - with that chunky kind. The smaller ones can be super frustrating, and I've had to walk away and have a cuppa a few times before eventually succeeding!
I love your videos and just a hint - there are shorts and You Tube videos on how to attach zipper pulls to the zipper tape using a fork. It is very cleaver and works well. The sofa organizer from Adam is wonderful and I will making one of them as I also cross stitch and I use a plastic bin and lose my thread repeatedly, so thank you for showing your creations, it looks fabulous. AS for not color matching you got it right! Take care and continue the excellent work.😀❤
Wow!!! That bag making kit is just gorgeous 💖 soooo pink!!! Ha ha - those continuous zips - I’m so nervous too 😂🙈 I mean what the heck!! lol - why!? The sofa tidy is just amazing - I have the pattern and need to make - it’s my pre make before the caddy too to build a bit of confidence!!!😂❤
A few years back,Teresa @lostmythread did a mend/alter challenge. It inspired me to fix or alter ten (yikes!) garments that had been languishing in my mending basketFor way too long. Some of them have become favourite garments since I got off my duff and fixed them. All that to say, YES, a mending video is a good thing. Thanks as always Ruan for your videos💕🇨🇦
Zips by the yard are such good quality for bags! You are scared because you have never done the pulls. We have always been taught not to pull a zip apart! It can be frustrating at first, but you can do it!!❤❤ I got the sofa caddy also! Can't wait to start making it!! (Squeel!!)
You can always buy a charm pack or layer cake (I love quilting terms) of fabric from Cotton Patch for instance which helps with the matching fabric problem as I’m the same…if you ever make something like this again, but wow I love your sofa tidy!
Hello Ruan! I really love your sofa caddy. I have the pattern too. I love Adam. He’s such a sweetheart and so talented. I have a load of fat quarters from sew Haley Jane boxes. I never could figure out what I wanted to make with them 😅. So I’m using them for this project. Need to use what I have or I’m going to get buried in all the fabric and yarn 😂. Love your bestie bags. What a wonderful gift. I made my daughter in law two adjustable book covers and she loves them 😊. Makes me feel good to make something that others like. Thank you for sharing! Your friend Diane ❤
Well done with the sofa tidy, very inspirational. I am very excited to see how you get on with the caddy..........I am in love with caddies and want to do one myself. XXX
Happy Friday Ruan, awesome bags, what was the fabric for the green bestie, looks great. I'm thinking of quilting my fabric first. Like the animal print of yours. Love the bag makes box, would need to figure out the exchange to Canada. Love the sofa caddie, looking forward to your kit from Adam sewn up. See ya next time
It's lovely watching how at ease you sew, did you used to 😅work as a machinist? One day i aspire to be as good as you. Keep doing what you do so well. 😅
I was finding it a struggle to put the zipper pulls on to the zipper tape when bag making, but now I use a device called The Zipper Jig, and it's quick and easy. Highly recommend.
I can see why you love the sofa caddy Ruan! . It is just amazing 😍I was excited and happy to see that you were able to use the cute cat fabric I sent you a few years ago😄 I always struggle with putting fabrics together for projects too with all my quilting cottons and tend to buy fat quarter bundles 😊 I think you did a great job though ❤ I’m looking forward to seeing your caddy.
By Annie and Sallie Tomato (plus many others) have great tutorials on attaching zipper pulls to zippers by the yard. There are also inexpensive zipper jigs available to purchase that keep the pull in place while you line up the sides and pull them through. Honestly, the tutorials will get you through without any additional tools.
Hi, lovely to see you. I have made a couple of hoodies and added eyelets which I find are stronger and more stylish than buttonholes. Just a thought in case (when😉) you make another one. I love the bestie bag and will get on and make one for myself soon. What about dressing gowns or lounge wear for your friends next year, although I appreciate a bit more time consuming ❤
The box contents would make a beautiful carry on bag for your holidays, Noodlehead or Diane Spencer Ogg patterns ❤ I have some PDF patterns I haven’t used, where do you donate them ? They don’t have the instructions?
When Adam puts fabrics together they look amazing when I do it they look like something the cat throw up😂
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Good morning, ah what a great way to start my day than a Ruan chat ❤
Awww Ruan! That sewing buddy thing is stunning! See you are good at putting colours together! ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
Thanks so much 😊
I think your sofa tidy is fantastic and lovely coordinated fabrics/colours. 😊
Your sofa tidy looks fab love it
No wonder you're proud of the sofa tidy. It's brilliant. You've done an excellent job. The colour combo is perfect. I've got the same zips from Amazon but I got the 18in to cover my bases when making things. Thanks for sharing.
Love the bag makers box. The hardware looks great quality. 😊
Your sofa caddy is amazing 😊
Hi Ruan, if you google ' metal tea towel holder for continuous zips' It's a brilliant little jig.
“Oh my goodness, stop it”. Your enthusiasm is irresistible!!❤
The red fabric with textured designs is fabulous. Your sofa tidy looks wonderful-love how you used fabrics given to you by special friends. Adam has such a gift for combining fabrics. He showed a mini iron case that is available in his shop. I don’t even have a mini iron, but it’s so pretty, I’d love to have it. How silly is that?😂 Happy sewing, Ruan.
I love your sofa today! Colours are fab ❤ I need to get on with mine. I have everything cut out and ready to go so hopefully it will be sewn soon🤞 x
I love the fabric and hardware that is in your bag makers box.
Ruan I love that red fabric. Can't wait to see what you make with it. You did a great job on the fabrics on your sofa caddy. You have great taste. As always love your videos.
Thanks so much!
The red fabric would make a lovely Marnie with the pin tuck detail ❤❤😊
That sofa tidy is the cutest!! xx
Thanks so much Ruan! Love your other goodies and so glad you love the bag maker's box! I have to disagree with you though - you can def pull fabrics to go together - your caddy is awesome! Well done :)
Hi. Greetings from Bramley! I have that set of zips in my stash because they're always useful to have around. I went and had a look at the 7t7 website and succumbed to the temptation of their mystery box. I haven't joined the subscription box yet because I'm not sure I need that many bags and I don't have space for much more stash. I live in a small flat, my sewing has completely taken over my living room. I looked at the website for the Stitch Festival and I'd love to go, but to be honest, I'm really not well enough. Maybe Harrogate in November with my daughter in law for company. Always enjoy your meanderings, the local accent makes it feel like a friend chatting.
the zip-by-the-meter is easier than you think - with that chunky kind. The smaller ones can be super frustrating, and I've had to walk away and have a cuppa a few times before eventually succeeding!
I love your videos and just a hint - there are shorts and You Tube videos on how to attach zipper pulls to the zipper tape using a fork. It is very cleaver and works well. The sofa organizer from Adam is wonderful and I will making one of them as I also cross stitch and I use a plastic bin and lose my thread repeatedly, so thank you for showing your creations, it looks fabulous. AS for not color matching you got it right! Take care and continue the excellent work.😀❤
Thanks for sharing Ruan. 💙🧶🌈🍓
You’re welcome 😊
Love your sofa caddy.
Love love love your sofa tidy, epic choice of fabrics too. Happy Friday 😘
I love it the respect the designers and if you used it you don’t share! Also superb job on your sofa organizer.
I love your hoodie! The bag fabric and hardware are stunning! I can't wait to see the finished bag!!
Wow!!! That bag making kit is just gorgeous 💖 soooo pink!!!
Ha ha - those continuous zips - I’m so nervous too 😂🙈 I mean what the heck!! lol - why!?
The sofa tidy is just amazing - I have the pattern and need to make - it’s my pre make before the caddy too to build a bit of confidence!!!😂❤
Hi Ruan. I was thinking you could make an overnight bag with the box contents.....to take on retreats. How wonderful. 💜
Your caddy is FANTASTIC! You could make up a kit for me any time😄
A few years back,Teresa @lostmythread did a mend/alter challenge. It inspired me to fix or alter ten (yikes!) garments that had been languishing in my mending basketFor way too long. Some of them have become favourite garments since I got off my duff and fixed them. All that to say, YES, a mending video is a good thing. Thanks as always Ruan for your videos💕🇨🇦
That waterproof canvas is gorgeous!
Zips by the yard are such good quality for bags! You are scared because you have never done the pulls. We have always been taught not to pull a zip apart! It can be frustrating at first, but you can do it!!❤❤ I got the sofa caddy also! Can't wait to start making it!! (Squeel!!)
Lovely treat before work! 😊
Love your sofa tidy😍Look forward to seeing the caddy too!
It’s really easy to put the zip pulls on- just make sure you are starting at the correct end of the zip!!
Deb from Bag Makers Sewciety has some good tips on continuous zips. She uses a thing for holding towels to incert the zipper pul. Sorry i'm Danish 😂
You can always buy a charm pack or layer cake (I love quilting terms) of fabric from Cotton Patch for instance which helps with the matching fabric problem as I’m the same…if you ever make something like this again, but wow I love your sofa tidy!
Hello Ruan! I really love your sofa caddy. I have the pattern too. I love Adam. He’s such a sweetheart and so talented. I have a load of fat quarters from sew Haley Jane boxes. I never could figure out what I wanted to make with them 😅. So I’m using them for this project. Need to use what I have or I’m going to get buried in all the fabric and yarn 😂. Love your bestie bags. What a wonderful gift. I made my daughter in law two adjustable book covers and she loves them 😊. Makes me feel good to make something that others like. Thank you for sharing! Your friend Diane ❤
Right, Adam is a great designer ❤ love that pattern!!! 🎉
Well done with the sofa tidy, very inspirational. I am very excited to see how you get on with the caddy..........I am in love with caddies and want to do one myself. XXX
Happy Friday Ruan, awesome bags, what was the fabric for the green bestie, looks great. I'm thinking of quilting my fabric first. Like the animal print of yours. Love the bag makes box, would need to figure out the exchange to Canada. Love the sofa caddie, looking forward to your kit from Adam sewn up. See ya next time
It's lovely watching how at ease you sew, did you used to 😅work as a machinist? One day i aspire to be as good as you. Keep doing what you do so well. 😅
Love your sofa tidy it is fab.
I use a lot of continuous zip, a zip jig really helps when adding the zip pulls.
I was finding it a struggle to put the zipper pulls on to the zipper tape when bag making, but now I use a device called The Zipper Jig, and it's quick and easy. Highly recommend.
I can see why you love the sofa caddy Ruan! . It is just amazing 😍I was excited and happy to see that you were able to use the cute cat fabric I sent you a few years ago😄 I always struggle with putting fabrics together for projects too with all my quilting cottons and tend to buy fat quarter bundles 😊 I think you did a great job though ❤ I’m looking forward to seeing your caddy.
Such a lovely sofa tidy - and what a brilliant idea from Adam.
Love your sofa caddy! Isn’t that bag fabric absolutely beautiful?!!!
Love the sofa tidy ..so clever xx
By Annie and Sallie Tomato (plus many others) have great tutorials on attaching zipper pulls to zippers by the yard. There are also inexpensive zipper jigs available to purchase that keep the pull in place while you line up the sides and pull them through. Honestly, the tutorials will get you through without any additional tools.
Smart! Find favorite and make more!!!😅
The sofa tidy is a beauty!
Your couch tidy is beautiful!
I need to make a sofa tidy. Or maybe 2 or 3 or more 🤣
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I love the sofa caddy, but I doubt that my kitty could resist messing with it! xo Annette in Michigan
Caddy is ❤
Let’s go lady. Mending pile video. 🎉
Wow your bag kit is stunning!!!
the box is wow wow wow ... love it. think a wee bestie bag and a harleson bag with the fabric. love your sofa tidy 💖
Hi, lovely to see you. I have made a couple of hoodies and added eyelets which I find are stronger and more stylish than buttonholes. Just a thought in case (when😉) you make another one. I love the bestie bag and will get on and make one for myself soon. What about dressing gowns or lounge wear for your friends next year, although I appreciate a bit more time consuming ❤
Thanks for this Video. There is a thing called Wonder Zip which I use to get my Zips in. It is a real Gamechanger. Maybe you can get one in the UK. ❤
The box contents would make a beautiful carry on bag for your holidays, Noodlehead or Diane Spencer Ogg patterns ❤ I have some PDF patterns I haven’t used, where do you donate them ? They don’t have the instructions?
Would love a list of your most worn patterns
The caddy is made from Tula Pink and all of her fabric is easy to do match matchy
Maybe you ned a zipper-jig to help attaching your zipper pulls. Sadly can’t remember where I got mine from.
Zips all ordered for the bestie bag, any advice for sewing room furniture as I'm feeling my sewing room
Please may I have the link to the fab bestie bag pattern🙏. Thank you
This is a random question but where did you get the storage system for your fabric?
Ooo that red fabric is beautiful❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
Sallie Tomato on RUclips has a good video. " How to use zippers by the yard."
Can you tell me where my sewing machine needles are Ruan………loosing the plot xxxxxxxxx
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