Let’s talk about the pleated patch pocket. It’s honestly one of the easiest pockets to add to a handmade bag. You know what used to drive me mad? Those simple flat slip pockets. As soon as I popped anything slightly bulky inside—like my phone, a small notebook, or even a bunch of keys—the whole side […]

A pleated patch pocket is a great way to add something a little more interesting than a simple slip pocket. I’ve been using plain slip pockets in most of my bag patterns for ages, but recently, I’ve fallen in love with pleated ones. They’re easy to draft, practical, and give you that extra bit of

In my last blog post, I showed you how to draft a custom bike seat cover template so it fits perfectly. Today, we’re turning that template into a finished, waterproof bike seat cover you can use. I’ll walk you through the entire sewing process, complete with step-by-step photos and helpful tips along the way. This