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10.5″ Square Template – Block Party

Block Party - May. 31, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

Here is the PDF for the 10.5" square template. Make sure you print out the template at 100%, preferably from your desktop computer using the free software Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Click here to download the PDF file with template.

Block Party – Month 3

Block Party - May. 04, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

Happy May!! We are keeping it simple this month, but with 21 pieces to this block, it's not as easy as it looks.

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Block Party – Month 2

Block Party - Apr. 06, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

Welcome to Month 2 of the OklaRoots Block Party! Congratulations on making your blocks in Month 1. Overall, we seemed to have a lot of positive feelings about that block, so let's see if we can keep it up for April! 

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Block Party – Month 1!

Block Party - Mar. 02, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

Happy March 2020 and welcome to the first month of the OklaRoots Block Party!  To start the sew along, we'll work on a block that looks complicated, but can be completed in just a few steps.

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OklaRoots First Block Party!!

Block Party - Feb. 18, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

Are you ready to make a quilt??? Don't worry, we'll work on it slowly over the course of 12+ months, just 3 blocks a month, and in the end you'll have a snuggly time capsule representing a year of your life! 

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We’ve got a man bag this week! Ok, this is NOT a We’ve got a man bag this week!

Ok, this is NOT a bag that’s just for the men. But I get asked constantly for bag suggestions for sons, husbands, brothers, etc. And while I do love to see a man rocking a colorful bag, I understand that neutral is a favorite option for most people in general.

Honestly? College Jess would have bought this bag in a second! I love how the Chris Satchel has that unique flap on the front with the strap to keep it tucked against the bag. The side anchors look so cool extending all the way up from the bottom. And the size is great for work and school. Once again, @uhohcreations hit this pattern out of the park!

The full kit for this bag is part of May’s @bagmakingbeesclub Bee Box and I’m obsessed with this water resistant oxford! It almost looks like a linen but is much easier to work with and maintain. 

Let me know what you’re working on this week!

#oklarootstuts #uhohcreations #manbag #sewing #bag
Quick video showing how I prepped for the leather Quick video showing how I prepped for the leather Mini Wish Tote featured in this week’s video! Everything seen here was sewn on my domestic sewing machine 💪❤️

#oklarootstuts #leatherhandbag #handmade #sewing
Moments of joy should be celebrated 💜💙❤️ And this Moments of joy should be celebrated 💜💙❤️

And this collection of fabric from @rubystarsociety sure is bringing me joy. This is the Weft and Warp Mystic Fable Half Yard Bundle. I purchased mine from @sarah_made and I love each and every print 🥰

#oklarootstuts #fabric #newstuff #bagmaker #quilting
Happy Halfway To Halloween! In honor of the beginn Happy Halfway To Halloween! In honor of the beginning of the Halloween season (don’t argue with me about this) I made myself a spoooooky themed quilt block using some of my favorite fabric!

Curved blocks seem hard, but once you try this method you’ll have them down in no time. 

Finished block size is 8.5“ x 8.5“ (including the final seam allowance)

Templates are from the Magic Maker QUILT set (not the appliqué), size LARGE in Shop OklaRoots. The ones I’m using are for the Ears portion, but you could use the larger face curved blocks in the set to make an even bigger block. 

Material is quilt cotton from the Nightshade line from @tulapink .

#oklarootstuts #quilting #quiltblock #tutorial #sewing
This is my first time working with a lace zipper a This is my first time working with a lace zipper and I am HOOKED! I love how easy it was to add to this Classic Boxy Bag. 

Thank you so much to Missouri Star Quilt for sending over a couple sets of these lace zippers for me to giveaway! To enter the giveaway you must be following both me (OklaRoots) and @missouriquiltco wherever you are seeing this video (Instagram, Facebook and/or YouTube) AND answer the following question in the comments: 

What bag would you use a lace zipper on? If you have already worked with these, let me know what it was for!

I will pick two winners: ONE for the full set of 6 zippers and ANOTHER for the finished Boxy Bag shown here and the remaining 5 zippers. Giveaway ends May 1st at 11:59pm eastern and is open worldwide. I will cover the shipping cost (please note duties and fees may apply and be responsible to winners outside of the US). 

Pattern featured is the Classic Two Toned Boxy Bag available in ShopOklaRoots

#msqcshowandtell #msqcpartner #oklarootstuts #nationalzipperday
The Brush Pouch from @missfrecklesdesign is just s The Brush Pouch from @missfrecklesdesign is just so dang refreshing! This is a quick make that is great for quilt cotton and can be used in a number of ways. I’ve seen lots of you excited to use this for knitting and crochet needles! My kids would put their stationary items in it. And I would use this for all my skinny tools that are constantly rolling around my table 🥴. Oh, you can also use it for makeup and paint brushes!

Let me know if you whip one up! It’s a really fun sew-jo booster.

#oklarootstuts #missfrecklesdesign #handmade #makeupbrush #penholder
What should I turn my couch cushion into?? Let me What should I turn my couch cushion into?? Let me know your pattern suggestions!
#oklarootstuts #earthday #reuse #repurpose
13 minutes of me yapping about my 🍑 . Here’s how 13 minutes of me yapping about my 🍑 . 

Here’s how my first colonoscopy prep went down! If it’s time for you get this checkup, make sure to make that appointment. It’s not a fun 24 hours but can help prevent a whole lot of other problems. 

Colon cancer runs in my family and I’ve seen the impacts it can cause if not caught early. 45 is the recommended age for your first scan, but if you have symptoms and/or a family history, you may want to get this done sooner. I’m 41 and so glad I did this now. My Dr. said he had his first at 37, so there is no shame in staying on top of this sooner than later. 

Take care of your booties!

#oklarootstuts #colonoscopy #prevention
We’re making the CUTEST combo purse this week! T We’re making the CUTEST combo purse this week! 

The Tabitha Dual Wallet from @lets_sewcialize_designs can be a crossbody bag, a wristlet and even functions as wallet! It’s a fun one to make with lots of variation available, and the most original design.

And the duo zippers 🤯 you can have a LOT of fun playing with zipper tape combos there.

Full tutorial on the OklaRoots YouTube channel ❤️

Happy Monday!

#oklarootstuts #wallet #crossbody #handmade #custom
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We’ve got a man bag this week! Ok, this is NOT a We’ve got a man bag this week!

Ok, this is NOT a bag that’s just for the men. But I get asked constantly for bag suggestions for sons, husbands, brothers, etc. And while I do love to see a man rocking a colorful bag, I understand that neutral is a favorite option for most people in general.

Honestly? College Jess would have bought this bag in a second! I love how the Chris Satchel has that unique flap on the front with the strap to keep it tucked against the bag. The side anchors look so cool extending all the way up from the bottom. And the size is great for work and school. Once again, @uhohcreations hit this pattern out of the park!

The full kit for this bag is part of May’s @bagmakingbeesclub Bee Box and I’m obsessed with this water resistant oxford! It almost looks like a linen but is much easier to work with and maintain. 

Let me know what you’re working on this week!

#oklarootstuts #uhohcreations #manbag #sewing #bag
Quick video showing how I prepped for the leather Quick video showing how I prepped for the leather Mini Wish Tote featured in this week’s video! Everything seen here was sewn on my domestic sewing machine 💪❤️

#oklarootstuts #leatherhandbag #handmade #sewing
Moments of joy should be celebrated 💜💙❤️ And this Moments of joy should be celebrated 💜💙❤️

And this collection of fabric from @rubystarsociety sure is bringing me joy. This is the Weft and Warp Mystic Fable Half Yard Bundle. I purchased mine from @sarah_made and I love each and every print 🥰

#oklarootstuts #fabric #newstuff #bagmaker #quilting
Happy Halfway To Halloween! In honor of the beginn Happy Halfway To Halloween! In honor of the beginning of the Halloween season (don’t argue with me about this) I made myself a spoooooky themed quilt block using some of my favorite fabric!

Curved blocks seem hard, but once you try this method you’ll have them down in no time. 

Finished block size is 8.5“ x 8.5“ (including the final seam allowance)

Templates are from the Magic Maker QUILT set (not the appliqué), size LARGE in Shop OklaRoots. The ones I’m using are for the Ears portion, but you could use the larger face curved blocks in the set to make an even bigger block. 

Material is quilt cotton from the Nightshade line from @tulapink .

#oklarootstuts #quilting #quiltblock #tutorial #sewing
This is my first time working with a lace zipper a This is my first time working with a lace zipper and I am HOOKED! I love how easy it was to add to this Classic Boxy Bag. 

Thank you so much to Missouri Star Quilt for sending over a couple sets of these lace zippers for me to giveaway! To enter the giveaway you must be following both me (OklaRoots) and @missouriquiltco wherever you are seeing this video (Instagram, Facebook and/or YouTube) AND answer the following question in the comments: 

What bag would you use a lace zipper on? If you have already worked with these, let me know what it was for!

I will pick two winners: ONE for the full set of 6 zippers and ANOTHER for the finished Boxy Bag shown here and the remaining 5 zippers. Giveaway ends May 1st at 11:59pm eastern and is open worldwide. I will cover the shipping cost (please note duties and fees may apply and be responsible to winners outside of the US). 

Pattern featured is the Classic Two Toned Boxy Bag available in ShopOklaRoots

#msqcshowandtell #msqcpartner #oklarootstuts #nationalzipperday
The Brush Pouch from @missfrecklesdesign is just s The Brush Pouch from @missfrecklesdesign is just so dang refreshing! This is a quick make that is great for quilt cotton and can be used in a number of ways. I’ve seen lots of you excited to use this for knitting and crochet needles! My kids would put their stationary items in it. And I would use this for all my skinny tools that are constantly rolling around my table 🥴. Oh, you can also use it for makeup and paint brushes!

Let me know if you whip one up! It’s a really fun sew-jo booster.

#oklarootstuts #missfrecklesdesign #handmade #makeupbrush #penholder
What should I turn my couch cushion into?? Let me What should I turn my couch cushion into?? Let me know your pattern suggestions!
#oklarootstuts #earthday #reuse #repurpose
13 minutes of me yapping about my 🍑 . Here’s how 13 minutes of me yapping about my 🍑 . 

Here’s how my first colonoscopy prep went down! If it’s time for you get this checkup, make sure to make that appointment. It’s not a fun 24 hours but can help prevent a whole lot of other problems. 

Colon cancer runs in my family and I’ve seen the impacts it can cause if not caught early. 45 is the recommended age for your first scan, but if you have symptoms and/or a family history, you may want to get this done sooner. I’m 41 and so glad I did this now. My Dr. said he had his first at 37, so there is no shame in staying on top of this sooner than later. 

Take care of your booties!

#oklarootstuts #colonoscopy #prevention
We’re making the CUTEST combo purse this week! T We’re making the CUTEST combo purse this week! 

The Tabitha Dual Wallet from @lets_sewcialize_designs can be a crossbody bag, a wristlet and even functions as wallet! It’s a fun one to make with lots of variation available, and the most original design.

And the duo zippers 🤯 you can have a LOT of fun playing with zipper tape combos there.

Full tutorial on the OklaRoots YouTube channel ❤️

Happy Monday!

#oklarootstuts #wallet #crossbody #handmade #custom
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Recent Posts

  • 2025 ByAnnie SewPINK Blog Hop – Making The Zip It Up 2.0
  • 2026 OklaCruise!
  • January 2025 Livestream
  • 2024 ByAnnie #SewPink Breast Cancer Awareness
  • Itty Bitty Boxy Bag Templates – How To Use

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