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2025 ByAnnie SewPINK Blog Hop – Making The Zip It Up 2.0

Bags, Tutorials - Oct. 19, 2025 - Jess

It's that time again.... Let's raise awareness for breast cancer research with the #SewPink Initiative!

I'm once again joining in on the ByAnnie Blog Hop and making a beautiful bag to help bring awareness to the prevalence of breast cancer among both women and men. 

The #SewPink Initiative's mission is to raise awareness for cancer throughout the year.

Efforts culminate in an annual blog hop during October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month to promote self-care, awareness, early detection and support for those affected by breast cancer.

To learn more and see the calendar of events visit: https://www.ByAnnie.com/SewPINK

Check out the amazing group of sewists who are also a part of this blog hop!

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  1. Annie Unrein says

    October 21, 2025 at 3:10 pm

    Thanks, Jess, for being part of our annual SewPINK Initiative. It is always such fun to see what you make — and how you take it to the next level! Love those Zip It Up 2.0 bags. I love seeing them made with bonded nylon. Thanks for sharing all the tips!. They are so so so fun and perfect for gifts.

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I’ve also included my latest Passport Pouch pattern with this box. You should have an email with the coupon code to snag it completely free, AND the templates are included in the box 🥰. 

There are two versions that were available: the bold and the neutral. Both truly live up to their name. The bold is bright and vibrant, with special prints designed by Gabbi at @wondergroundfabrics . The neutral is truly neutral and great for ANYONE. 

My video tutorial for the Passport Pouch will be available on July 20th and the tutorial for the Andy Backpack will be out on July 27th. 

I hope you love this!!

#oklarootstuts #bagmakingbeesclub #uhohcreations #bagpack
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I hope you enjoy the hack 🥰 Comment MILA and I’ll message you a link to the video ❤️

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