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Gift Guides

Gifts For The Quilter

Gift Guides - Nov. 14, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

In some ways, quilting requires very few items. You don't even need a sewing machine! Just some fabric, thread, a couple needles and a good idea. However, the colorful patterns, the EPP kits and all of those incredible fabric bundles makes it easy to find a great gift for the quilter in your life. Here are some of my favorite tools, books and fabrics. Have fun and Happy Holidays!

Gifts For The Bag Maker

Gift Guides - Nov. 12, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

Bag makers use such a wide variety of tools! From the items that make the hard work easier, to the ones that just make it SO much more fun, you won't be short on gift ideas for your bag making friends. I've included the essentials I use every day, as well as some cozy and inspirational items. As we move into colder weather, us barefoot sewers need to protect our tootsies. These slippers are my favorite! I also included 3 bag making books I have on my personal wish list. These are great to study for ideas and inspiration. Have fun and Happy Holidays!

Gifts For The Beginner

Gift Guides - Nov. 10, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

These are the items I have used most since I started sewing. I highly suggest starting a ruler collection. The right size makes such a difference! I use Schmetz 80/12 needles the most and Guttermann Mara 100 polyester thread for everything. A seam ripper and cutting mat will be extremely helpful, and you'll be grateful you have an easy way to store your little bobbins! A handy rotary cutter and quality scissors will make quick work when prepping for bags and quilt blocks. 

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All new Fancy Strap templates are hitting @shopokl All new Fancy Strap templates are hitting @shopoklaroots October 7th at 7pm eastern!

These are so fun to play with and come with even more add ons than the squared and rounded options 😱.

I will have a full pattern that includes printable templates and SVG files in the next few weeks! Stay tuned for reels showing how I use these new features 👀

#oklarootstuts
What a great rainy day sew!! Get comfy and let’s m What a great rainy day sew!! Get comfy and let’s make the Snapshot from @patternsbyannie ❤️❤️

All the material comes from the September/October @bagmakingbeesclub BABE box! A great summer to fall transitional color-way ☀️🎃

#oklarootstuts #sewing #handmade #bagmakingbeesclub
Comment MEGA and I’ll message you the link to the Comment MEGA and I’ll message you the link to the Mega box 🐝❤️
Want to make the most adorable fancy strap? I got Want to make the most adorable fancy strap?

I got you 😘

New templates come soon.
This week’s tutorial is so fun! The quick and fun This week’s tutorial is so fun! The quick and fun Crystalline Pencil Pouch from @the.styled.magnolia is a big time sew-jo booster 😍 

Have you made a binder pouch like this? What would you use it for?? Obviously, I have a few ideas.

Full tutorial is available on the OklaRoots YouTube channel. Enjoy!

#oklarootstuts #binderpouch #backtoshool #sewing
Template for all new fancy straps coming soon to S Template for all new fancy straps coming soon to Shop OklaRoots! Stay tuned 👀

#oklarootstuts #comingsoon #crafty #handmade
Yes, this zip pouch is adorable. Yes, you can get Yes, this zip pouch is adorable.
Yes, you can get really creative with materials and appliqué.
Yes, it’s super scrap friendly.
Yes, it’s beginner friendly.
Yes, it’s ridiculously fun to make.

But if those reason aren’t enough for you to try the Real Lip Shady from @kazconadesigns then let me give you one more: It is an incredible, confidence boosting skill builder. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve shied away from patterns that have that back and forth curvy zipper, for fear of it not turning out ::just:: right.

But this pattern? Easy peasy! The measurements are perfect, the tips are spot on, and the curvy wurvy zipper is glorious. 

10/10! You gotta make this.

#oklarootstuts #zipperpouch #sewing #tutotial #howto
I saw the Campfire Shirt trend and I don’t sew clo I saw the Campfire Shirt trend and I don’t sew clothing. So here’s my take on it using the full size Wish Tote pattern! More to come on how I built this bag 🎃😘

Tshirt from 2025 @horrornightsorl and flannel from @oldnavy 

#oklarootstuts #handmade #sewing #halloween
Comment BEE and I’ll message you a link to the box Comment BEE and I’ll message you a link to the box! 

We’ve never done this before and we’ll (probably) never do it again. But the 🐝 boxes have been selling out month after month, and to make sure everyone who wants one has the opportunity, we’re previewing the next box early. 

Sign up for this box ASAP to make sure Gabbi has enough!

#oklarootstuts #bagmakingbeesclub #handmade #sewing
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oklaroots

All new Fancy Strap templates are hitting @shopokl All new Fancy Strap templates are hitting @shopoklaroots October 7th at 7pm eastern!

These are so fun to play with and come with even more add ons than the squared and rounded options 😱.

I will have a full pattern that includes printable templates and SVG files in the next few weeks! Stay tuned for reels showing how I use these new features 👀

#oklarootstuts
What a great rainy day sew!! Get comfy and let’s m What a great rainy day sew!! Get comfy and let’s make the Snapshot from @patternsbyannie ❤️❤️

All the material comes from the September/October @bagmakingbeesclub BABE box! A great summer to fall transitional color-way ☀️🎃

#oklarootstuts #sewing #handmade #bagmakingbeesclub
Comment MEGA and I’ll message you the link to the Comment MEGA and I’ll message you the link to the Mega box 🐝❤️
Want to make the most adorable fancy strap? I got Want to make the most adorable fancy strap?

I got you 😘

New templates come soon.
This week’s tutorial is so fun! The quick and fun This week’s tutorial is so fun! The quick and fun Crystalline Pencil Pouch from @the.styled.magnolia is a big time sew-jo booster 😍 

Have you made a binder pouch like this? What would you use it for?? Obviously, I have a few ideas.

Full tutorial is available on the OklaRoots YouTube channel. Enjoy!

#oklarootstuts #binderpouch #backtoshool #sewing
Template for all new fancy straps coming soon to S Template for all new fancy straps coming soon to Shop OklaRoots! Stay tuned 👀

#oklarootstuts #comingsoon #crafty #handmade
Yes, this zip pouch is adorable. Yes, you can get Yes, this zip pouch is adorable.
Yes, you can get really creative with materials and appliqué.
Yes, it’s super scrap friendly.
Yes, it’s beginner friendly.
Yes, it’s ridiculously fun to make.

But if those reason aren’t enough for you to try the Real Lip Shady from @kazconadesigns then let me give you one more: It is an incredible, confidence boosting skill builder. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve shied away from patterns that have that back and forth curvy zipper, for fear of it not turning out ::just:: right.

But this pattern? Easy peasy! The measurements are perfect, the tips are spot on, and the curvy wurvy zipper is glorious. 

10/10! You gotta make this.

#oklarootstuts #zipperpouch #sewing #tutotial #howto
I saw the Campfire Shirt trend and I don’t sew clo I saw the Campfire Shirt trend and I don’t sew clothing. So here’s my take on it using the full size Wish Tote pattern! More to come on how I built this bag 🎃😘

Tshirt from 2025 @horrornightsorl and flannel from @oldnavy 

#oklarootstuts #handmade #sewing #halloween
Comment BEE and I’ll message you a link to the box Comment BEE and I’ll message you a link to the box! 

We’ve never done this before and we’ll (probably) never do it again. But the 🐝 boxes have been selling out month after month, and to make sure everyone who wants one has the opportunity, we’re previewing the next box early. 

Sign up for this box ASAP to make sure Gabbi has enough!

#oklarootstuts #bagmakingbeesclub #handmade #sewing
Follow on Instagram

Recent Posts

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  • 2024 ByAnnie #SewPink Breast Cancer Awareness

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