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Stash Additions

Crafty Roundup! February 2022

Stash Additions - Mar. 02, 2022 - Jessica OklaRoots

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This month on YouTube!

I've had this Cricut Explore 3 in its' box for an embarrassing amount of time, so I figured we could open it up and see how it can help us in bag making!

Who doesn't love a free pattern? And a QUICK one?! I've got you covered. You're going to love this project. 

The New Stuff:

I'm LOVING these 8-bit feeling sweater prints from Fabric Mail! 

I was searching for a washi tape holder, and came across this great device from Galen Leather! They have so many unique options.

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Crafty Weekly Roundup! January and February – 2022

Stash Additions - Feb. 14, 2022 - Jessica OklaRoots

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This month on YouTube!

We've covered a LOT at the start of 2022! Big bags, little bags.... tiny bags. It's a great start to the year with tons of fun options!

The New Stuff:

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December 2021 Crafty Roundup!

Stash Additions - Jan. 06, 2022 - Jessica OklaRoots

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This month on YouTube!

The New Stuff:

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Crafty Weekly Roundup! 11.22.2021 – 11.26.2021

Stash Additions - Nov. 30, 2021 - Jessica OklaRoots

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This week on YouTube!

The cutest holder for all the things! This Sent With Love make from Sewn Ideas is an addictive project. You make it for one thing (a baby shower, holiday cards, a wedding) and then you think of SO MANY MORE occasions it can be used! I've already spoken to many of you who said you're gifting these to everyone in the family, and I LOVE seeing your version!

The New Stuff:

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OklaRoots 2021 12 Days of Giveaways!!!

Stash Additions - Nov. 26, 2021 - Jessica OklaRoots

OklaRoots 12 Days of Giveaways will have 1 new winner each day, starting November 26 and ending December 8th! You can enter at any time. If you have a preference on the giveaway day, make sure to add it below. Otherwise, one entry will put you in the drawing for each day! Most prizes are open to residents worldwide. Make sure to stay updated on Instagram and Facebook for the daily prizes and details!


Congrats Valerie and Görel!

Day 1!

Congrats Laura!

Day 2!

Congrats Jennifer!

Day 3!

Congrats Marsha, Darcy and Becca!

Day 4!

Congrats Rhonda!

Day 5!

Congrats Lorelei, Lisa and Toni!

Day 6!

Congrats Michelle!

Day 7!

Congrats Jo and Catherine!

Day 8!

Congrats Joyce, Alison and Laura!

Day 9!

Congrats Kait!

Day 10!

Congrats Steven ('s wife)!

Day 11!


Day 12!

Crafty Weekly Roundup! 11.15.2021 – 11.19.2021

Stash Additions - Nov. 23, 2021 - Jessica OklaRoots

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This week on YouTube!

One of the coolest bags I've ever made, the Retro Sling Backpack from Kandou Patterns is a must make!

I feel so lucky that I was able to unbox and play with the latest Bella Box from Kimberbell! These boxes sold out so fast, so make sure to keep an eye out for the next one!

The New Stuff:

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Crafty Weekly Roundup! 11.1.2021 – 11.5.2021

Stash Additions - Nov. 09, 2021 - Jessica OklaRoots

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This week on YouTube!

One of the most popular bags in the sewing community, the Lola by Swoon has been on my list for ages. Don't let those curves fool you, this bag is not a challenging one! You can do it!

The New Stuff:

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Crafty Weekly Roundup! 10.25.2021 – 10.29.2021

Stash Additions - Nov. 03, 2021 - Jessica OklaRoots

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This week on YouTube!

Oooo I do love a wallet! This Curvalicious zip wallet from Spencer Ogg is a great one for any confident beginner! The curves are not that tight, and it just comes together so smoothly. 

I had NO IDEA you could make lace using an embroidery machine! And not just lace, free standing lace. So now we can build structures! Such a fun activity for the family!

The New Stuff:

These hoodies from MoreMeKnow are SOOOOO comfy and sew cute!

Can you have too much zipper tape? Nope! Lauren Mormino has some of the highest quality zipper tapes and amazing colors!

Fun HAPA fabric came in this week! I'm loving all of the rainbow backgrounds on these prints. 

Crafty Weekly Roundup! 10.18.2021 – 10.22.2021

Stash Additions - Oct. 26, 2021 - Jessica OklaRoots

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This week on YouTube!

This week's bag video is not only ADORABLE and the first time we've showcased a ByAnnie Pattern... it's also for a great cause! Ad revenue for this video for the month of October will be donated to breast cancer research! Check out this post to learn more.

I have a feeling many of you have an embroidery machine on your wish list this year.... and here's another project for you to plan for! This amazing notepad holders from Crashing Waves come together quickly and are the BEST last minute gifts!

The New Stuff:

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Crafty Weekly Roundup! 10.11.2021 – 10.15.2021

Stash Additions - Oct. 18, 2021 - Jessica OklaRoots

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This week on YouTube!

This might be my new favorite go-to quick gift project! You don't need much material, and it turns out fantastic! Check out this clear zip copy cat pouch, with free templates!

My first ever sewing expo was SO much fun! Even though my time there was short, it was a beautiful trip to meet some of the most creative individuals in our crafty community. 

The New Stuff:

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From our family to yours, Happy Christmas! We hope From our family to yours, Happy Christmas! We hope you have the most relaxed and happy day ❤️.
This week’s tutorial is going over the most luxuri This week’s tutorial is going over the most luxurious last minute scrappy wallet. Do those descriptions really all work together? Yes… yes they do. 

The Calista Wallet from @the.styled.magnolia is a beautiful little make that looks chic, but is also easy to make. My favorite combo! It has 4 card slot pockets, a small zipper pocket, a hidden slip pocket and a tab to keep it all tucked together neatly. And it comes in 3 different designs!

This would be a great little make for any 2026 family trips… or maybe the OklaCruise?? 🤔

Happy Christmas everyone!

#oklarootstuts #handmade #wallet #scrapbuster
Congratulations to Doreen Shults for winning this Congratulations to Doreen Shults for winning this bundle! 

Happy Saturday friends! Let’s do the next What’s In My Bin Giveaway!

This week we’re giving away this awesome bundle of wool blended felt and extras. It’s a beautiful kit for anyone who enjoys felt crafts.

To enter the giveaway comment on this post tagging one of your favorite accounts to watch and/or answer the following question: if you were going to a cookie exchange this holiday season, what would you bring? Would you bake some cookies? If so, what kind? Are you stopping by the bakery on the way to the party for something quick and pretty? Or are you like my friends, and bringing wine to the cookie exchange 😂? 

The Rules:

Giveaway ends on December 27th at 11:59pm eastern. Open worldwide, I will cover shipping costs. However, if the winner is outside the US you may have associated fees due upon receipt. This is not sponsored or associated with anyone but OklaRoots.

The winner will be contacted directly by me, OklaRoots, in a direct message AND their name will be announced and tagged to this post. Please don’t fall for the scammers and their scammy tricks!

This post is available on both Facebook and Instagram. Winner must be following the OklaRoots account on the platform they submit their response.

Items come from a dog, cat and bird friendly home.
Ok, this is the MOST adorable way to wrap a gift! Ok, this is the MOST adorable way to wrap a gift! 

The Box Bag from @country_cow_designs is such a quick and easy make. There are two options, flaps on the top or a handle. I suggest taking the extra effort and adding this flaps, the result is amazing!

I love reading the comments on this video and seeing how folks are planning to use theirs. The creative possibilities are endless ❤️

What would you put in yours? 

I’m thinking a cute coffee mug, some local roasted coffee beans, cookies, maybe a paperback book (hint hint 😘). 

Tutorial for this is in the OklaRoots YouTube channel and both of the ones I made are now available in @shopoklaroots .

Happy Holidays!

#oklarootstuts #holidaycrafts #handmadeholiday #countrycow
Congratulations to @littlebitsalove ! You’re the w Congratulations to @littlebitsalove ! You’re the winner of this awesome bundle! Check your Instagram messages for more info ❤️

If you saw my “What’s In My Bin Part 1” video from this week then you know I have a LOT of stuff to give away. Including some fantastic fabric bundles!

This is a kit I purchased years ago, and honestly I can’t remember the pattern it was made for 🫠 But it’s a large assortment of beautiful quilt cotton that would be a fantastic starter stash for any maker. 

To enter this giveaway comment below with one or both of these: 1️⃣ tag a friend or designer who brings you joy 2️⃣ tell me one good thing that happened for you this week. 

The Rules:

Giveaway ends on December 14th at 11:59pm eastern. Open worldwide, I will cover shipping costs. However, if the winner is outside the US you may have associated fees due upon receipt. This is not sponsored or associated with anyone but OklaRoots. 

The winner will be contacted directly by me, OklaRoots, in a direct message AND their name will be announced and tagged to this post. Please don’t fall for the scammers and their scammy tricks! 

This post is available on both Facebook and Instagram. Winner must be following the OklaRoots account on the platform they submit their response. 

Items come from a dog, cat and bird friendly home. 

#oklarootstuts #crafting #sewing
I'VE BEEN SO EXCITED TO MAKE THIS BAG!! The momen I'VE BEEN SO EXCITED TO MAKE THIS BAG!!

The moment I saw @lindshandmade debut the Rayna Sling I added it to my list. And at that same moment, Gabbi at @wondergroundfabrics said this needed to be a Bee Box for @bagmakingbeesclub 

And the time has finally arrived! I love how discretely festive this little cutie is. It would work fantastic at a holiday party but also chic with jeans and a t-shirt. 

I know many of you have already made this, so tell me you share my love for this sweet bag!

Happy Monday! 

#oklarootstuts #bagmakingbeesclub #lindshandmadedesigns #bags #handmade
I have been TERRIBLE at announcing new items in @s I have been TERRIBLE at announcing new items in @shopoklaroots , so here is my quick notification!

Our limited edition OklaTools are available for the holidays in glittery and holographic options. Also, we now have full circle templates, available in sets of whole measurements and half measurements. 

I hope you’re enjoying your December, in and out of the craft room ❤️

#oklarootstuts #sewingtools #template #acrylic #lasercut
According to my teenage daughter, this is the pret According to my teenage daughter, this is the prettiest bag I’ve ever made 🥹😍

It’s definitely STUNNING and in my opinion, a great one for beginner bag makers. 

The Ava Shoulder Bag from @bagstockdesigns is enjoyable to make and turns out looking impeccable. The zipper on top is so smart, the curves are easy to sew, and the overall shape is so flattering. This is a fantastic “gift to me from me” bag, and an even better one to give to a loved one.

And the materials this month are PERFECTION! This kit is the November / December @bagmakingbeesclub Babe Box and it is outstanding. The diversity of the material and gorgeous hardware make this box one of the best I’ve seen yet. 

Have fun and Happy December!!

#oklarootstuts #bagmakingbeesclub #handmade #holidaygift #sewing
I've tried SO MANY planners throughout the years. I've tried SO MANY planners throughout the years. At one point, I even had 3 planners I was using every day 😱 

After testing them out year after year, I feel like I've finally found the perfect one that works for all my pieces of life: work, family, and daily tasks. 

@plumpaper has so many options and layouts, and is great for someone who wants choices but doesn't want to start from scratch.

Here's a walkthrough of my planner for 2026, and how I designed it ❤️💪

#oklarootstuts #planner #dayplanner #organized
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From our family to yours, Happy Christmas! We hope From our family to yours, Happy Christmas! We hope you have the most relaxed and happy day ❤️.
This week’s tutorial is going over the most luxuri This week’s tutorial is going over the most luxurious last minute scrappy wallet. Do those descriptions really all work together? Yes… yes they do. 

The Calista Wallet from @the.styled.magnolia is a beautiful little make that looks chic, but is also easy to make. My favorite combo! It has 4 card slot pockets, a small zipper pocket, a hidden slip pocket and a tab to keep it all tucked together neatly. And it comes in 3 different designs!

This would be a great little make for any 2026 family trips… or maybe the OklaCruise?? 🤔

Happy Christmas everyone!

#oklarootstuts #handmade #wallet #scrapbuster
Congratulations to Doreen Shults for winning this Congratulations to Doreen Shults for winning this bundle! 

Happy Saturday friends! Let’s do the next What’s In My Bin Giveaway!

This week we’re giving away this awesome bundle of wool blended felt and extras. It’s a beautiful kit for anyone who enjoys felt crafts.

To enter the giveaway comment on this post tagging one of your favorite accounts to watch and/or answer the following question: if you were going to a cookie exchange this holiday season, what would you bring? Would you bake some cookies? If so, what kind? Are you stopping by the bakery on the way to the party for something quick and pretty? Or are you like my friends, and bringing wine to the cookie exchange 😂? 

The Rules:

Giveaway ends on December 27th at 11:59pm eastern. Open worldwide, I will cover shipping costs. However, if the winner is outside the US you may have associated fees due upon receipt. This is not sponsored or associated with anyone but OklaRoots.

The winner will be contacted directly by me, OklaRoots, in a direct message AND their name will be announced and tagged to this post. Please don’t fall for the scammers and their scammy tricks!

This post is available on both Facebook and Instagram. Winner must be following the OklaRoots account on the platform they submit their response.

Items come from a dog, cat and bird friendly home.
Ok, this is the MOST adorable way to wrap a gift! Ok, this is the MOST adorable way to wrap a gift! 

The Box Bag from @country_cow_designs is such a quick and easy make. There are two options, flaps on the top or a handle. I suggest taking the extra effort and adding this flaps, the result is amazing!

I love reading the comments on this video and seeing how folks are planning to use theirs. The creative possibilities are endless ❤️

What would you put in yours? 

I’m thinking a cute coffee mug, some local roasted coffee beans, cookies, maybe a paperback book (hint hint 😘). 

Tutorial for this is in the OklaRoots YouTube channel and both of the ones I made are now available in @shopoklaroots .

Happy Holidays!

#oklarootstuts #holidaycrafts #handmadeholiday #countrycow
Congratulations to @littlebitsalove ! You’re the w Congratulations to @littlebitsalove ! You’re the winner of this awesome bundle! Check your Instagram messages for more info ❤️

If you saw my “What’s In My Bin Part 1” video from this week then you know I have a LOT of stuff to give away. Including some fantastic fabric bundles!

This is a kit I purchased years ago, and honestly I can’t remember the pattern it was made for 🫠 But it’s a large assortment of beautiful quilt cotton that would be a fantastic starter stash for any maker. 

To enter this giveaway comment below with one or both of these: 1️⃣ tag a friend or designer who brings you joy 2️⃣ tell me one good thing that happened for you this week. 

The Rules:

Giveaway ends on December 14th at 11:59pm eastern. Open worldwide, I will cover shipping costs. However, if the winner is outside the US you may have associated fees due upon receipt. This is not sponsored or associated with anyone but OklaRoots. 

The winner will be contacted directly by me, OklaRoots, in a direct message AND their name will be announced and tagged to this post. Please don’t fall for the scammers and their scammy tricks! 

This post is available on both Facebook and Instagram. Winner must be following the OklaRoots account on the platform they submit their response. 

Items come from a dog, cat and bird friendly home. 

#oklarootstuts #crafting #sewing
I'VE BEEN SO EXCITED TO MAKE THIS BAG!! The momen I'VE BEEN SO EXCITED TO MAKE THIS BAG!!

The moment I saw @lindshandmade debut the Rayna Sling I added it to my list. And at that same moment, Gabbi at @wondergroundfabrics said this needed to be a Bee Box for @bagmakingbeesclub 

And the time has finally arrived! I love how discretely festive this little cutie is. It would work fantastic at a holiday party but also chic with jeans and a t-shirt. 

I know many of you have already made this, so tell me you share my love for this sweet bag!

Happy Monday! 

#oklarootstuts #bagmakingbeesclub #lindshandmadedesigns #bags #handmade
I have been TERRIBLE at announcing new items in @s I have been TERRIBLE at announcing new items in @shopoklaroots , so here is my quick notification!

Our limited edition OklaTools are available for the holidays in glittery and holographic options. Also, we now have full circle templates, available in sets of whole measurements and half measurements. 

I hope you’re enjoying your December, in and out of the craft room ❤️

#oklarootstuts #sewingtools #template #acrylic #lasercut
According to my teenage daughter, this is the pret According to my teenage daughter, this is the prettiest bag I’ve ever made 🥹😍

It’s definitely STUNNING and in my opinion, a great one for beginner bag makers. 

The Ava Shoulder Bag from @bagstockdesigns is enjoyable to make and turns out looking impeccable. The zipper on top is so smart, the curves are easy to sew, and the overall shape is so flattering. This is a fantastic “gift to me from me” bag, and an even better one to give to a loved one.

And the materials this month are PERFECTION! This kit is the November / December @bagmakingbeesclub Babe Box and it is outstanding. The diversity of the material and gorgeous hardware make this box one of the best I’ve seen yet. 

Have fun and Happy December!!

#oklarootstuts #bagmakingbeesclub #handmade #holidaygift #sewing
I've tried SO MANY planners throughout the years. I've tried SO MANY planners throughout the years. At one point, I even had 3 planners I was using every day 😱 

After testing them out year after year, I feel like I've finally found the perfect one that works for all my pieces of life: work, family, and daily tasks. 

@plumpaper has so many options and layouts, and is great for someone who wants choices but doesn't want to start from scratch.

Here's a walkthrough of my planner for 2026, and how I designed it ❤️💪

#oklarootstuts #planner #dayplanner #organized
Follow on Instagram

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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