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Block Party – Month 4

Block Party - Jun. 01, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

Happy June everyone!! I've been chatting with many of you about the weather lately, and I sincerely hope wherever you are you're getting some sunshine and warm days! It really has never felt better to enjoy the fresh air!

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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.

Kendra Scott Bracelet Dupe

Tutorials - May. 06, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

So I've been drooling over this colorful beaded bracelet from Kendra Scott for months (sad story: the bracelet is now out of stock). But it was $68, and to me, that is a lot of money for a bracelet! I just couldn't pull the trigger. 

So instead, I decided to see if I could make a copy cat version of it myself! And I did! 

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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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How I Film Top Down Video

Behind The Seams, Tutorials - Apr. 24, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

Are you ready for a little "behind the seams"?? Today I'm sharing how I film my videos from above! 

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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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Copy Cat Medicine Ball Tea

Tutorials - Mar. 17, 2020 - Jessica OklaRoots

My current favorite drink from Starbucks is the Medicine Ball Tea. It's light, refreshing, and just makes you feel good. However, as of March 16 2020, in the middle of the COVID-19 outbreak, it's basically impossible to find. So let's make some at home!

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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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Reusable Snack Bag Tutorial!

Bags, Tutorials - Jul. 16, 2019 - Jessica OklaRoots

Happy Summer everyone! I hope you're keeping cool with pool time, beach time, drink time.... whatever it takes!  I know I'm still eager to soak up some rays, but it's about that time of year to wrap up our summer vacations and focus on getting back to ____________ [fill in the blank - school, work, life...].

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Quick overview of the standard size Wish Tote vs t Quick overview of the standard size Wish Tote vs the Mini Wish Tote, as well as what I put in my bag. Instructions are the same for both! All measurements, templates and tutorial are available in the Wish Tote Pattern. Free video walk through available on the YouTube 😉

Templates for both sizes are available on the ShopOklaRoots website

#oklarootstuts #traveltote #laptopbag #totebag #handmade
The Last Minute Leslie from @joleeleecreations is The Last Minute Leslie from @joleeleecreations is this week’s featured pattern, and it is TRULY the perfect last minute make!

This adorable purse comes together in a matter of minutes and can be modified in any way you need. Keep it neutral and chic, make it funky and bright, add some heavy stabilizer to keep it super structured, or skip the stabilizer and keep it loose. So many options, and it’s all QUICK!

This is also the @bagmakingbeesclub Babe Box for March/April, and yes, that amazing bag chain is included 😱

Have you tried this one yet?? I hope you do!

#oklarootstuts #handmade #subscription #bagmaker #purse
Have you tried Foundation Paper Piecing? How do yo Have you tried Foundation Paper Piecing? How do you feel about it?

I know I’m quilt cotton averse when it comes to accessories, but I’m slowly coming around. I especially like using this material when we can piece it!

For anyone interested in this unique technique, I just released a super simple and quick pattern walking you step-by-step in the process to make a curved flying geese. And of course I included a free video, available on the OklaRoots YouTube channel 🤗

Have a great weekend! Make it a relaxing one ❤️

#oklarootstuts #fpp #quilting #coffeeislife #handmade
This week’s tutorial has me feeling SO out of the This week’s tutorial has me feeling SO out of the bag loop 🫣

Apparently there is a whole lot of love for pouches with a large double zip opening… and this is the first time I’ve seen one! 

The Aneira from @the.styled.magnolia is a BEAUTIFUL pattern that comes together in the coolest way. I promise you haven’t constructed a bag this way before, it’s SO smart. This is a great quick-ish sew, doesn’t have a lot of bells and whistles. But you’re definitely going to learn something new about curved gussets 🤗.

I hope you enjoy it! Have a great week friends ❤️

#oklarootstuts #zipperpouch #handmade #travelbag
This week’s tutorial is going over the oh-so-adora This week’s tutorial is going over the oh-so-adorable Aurora Sling from @the.styled.magnolia !

This little cutie is a FUN bag to make! Super unique and handy gusset method, scrappy, and quick. This is a great make for those spring break and summer trips!

Quick question: for your every day bag, do you prefer to make it with vinyl (faux leather), nylon, or quilt cotton?? Let me know! 

#oklarootstuts #handmade #bagmaker #sewing
Ok friends, be kind while I figure out this voice Ok friends, be kind while I figure out this voice over and text technique ❤️. 

Here is a quick tutorial on how to use the Hidden D-Ring template available in @shopoklaroots . This is a great technique to add a D-Ring to a bag where you don’t have a seam or an easier option.

For example, the Wish Tote has the strap anchor webbing stitched across the front and back panels. But if you want to modify the exterior with a large zipper or you have a featured design you don’t want covered, the Hidden D-Ring is a great option!

Let me know if you have any questions! 

#oklaroots #bagmaking #sewingtutorial #howto
Quick? ✅ Scrappy? ✅ Fun? ✅ Useful? ✅ So stinking c Quick? ✅
Scrappy? ✅
Fun? ✅
Useful? ✅
So stinking cute??✅✅✅

The Templeton Wallet tutorial is up on the OklaRoots YouTube channel and the pattern is available in @shopoklaroots 

Have fun! 

#oklarootstuts #handmade #wallet #sewersofinstagram
Did you catch my big mistake in today’s tutorial? Did you catch my big mistake in today’s tutorial? 🤦‍♀️ I still can’t believe I did that, so embarrassing! But it happens to all of us at some point.

This month’s @bagmakingbeesclub Bee box is GORGEOUS! The calming bonded nylon and easy to work with waterproof canvas was the perfect combo for a relaxing make. And the Mountain Saddle Bag pattern from @emmalinebags is, of course, absolutely perfect. 

This pattern comes in two sizes and I’m featuring the Mini size. It’s a perfect every day bag and can be mixed and matched in so many ways. Make sure to check the tutorial for tips on piecing the gusset and adaptions for a removable strap 👍

Happy Monday everyone! 

#oklarootstuts #bagmakingbeesclub #bagmaker #sewing #handmade
A quick project to play with your quilt cotton scr A quick project to play with your quilt cotton scraps! You can use this method on ANY appliqué design. Just grab some decovil light remnants, pretty material, a fun design and stitch it on to your bag! Easy peasy 😊

Designs used are the following:
- Small Magic Maker Appliqué stitched on the Mini Wish Tote. Both available in @shopoklaroots 

#oklarootstuts #appliquè #bagmaking #sewing #scrappy
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Quick overview of the standard size Wish Tote vs t Quick overview of the standard size Wish Tote vs the Mini Wish Tote, as well as what I put in my bag. Instructions are the same for both! All measurements, templates and tutorial are available in the Wish Tote Pattern. Free video walk through available on the YouTube 😉

Templates for both sizes are available on the ShopOklaRoots website

#oklarootstuts #traveltote #laptopbag #totebag #handmade
The Last Minute Leslie from @joleeleecreations is The Last Minute Leslie from @joleeleecreations is this week’s featured pattern, and it is TRULY the perfect last minute make!

This adorable purse comes together in a matter of minutes and can be modified in any way you need. Keep it neutral and chic, make it funky and bright, add some heavy stabilizer to keep it super structured, or skip the stabilizer and keep it loose. So many options, and it’s all QUICK!

This is also the @bagmakingbeesclub Babe Box for March/April, and yes, that amazing bag chain is included 😱

Have you tried this one yet?? I hope you do!

#oklarootstuts #handmade #subscription #bagmaker #purse
Have you tried Foundation Paper Piecing? How do yo Have you tried Foundation Paper Piecing? How do you feel about it?

I know I’m quilt cotton averse when it comes to accessories, but I’m slowly coming around. I especially like using this material when we can piece it!

For anyone interested in this unique technique, I just released a super simple and quick pattern walking you step-by-step in the process to make a curved flying geese. And of course I included a free video, available on the OklaRoots YouTube channel 🤗

Have a great weekend! Make it a relaxing one ❤️

#oklarootstuts #fpp #quilting #coffeeislife #handmade
This week’s tutorial has me feeling SO out of the This week’s tutorial has me feeling SO out of the bag loop 🫣

Apparently there is a whole lot of love for pouches with a large double zip opening… and this is the first time I’ve seen one! 

The Aneira from @the.styled.magnolia is a BEAUTIFUL pattern that comes together in the coolest way. I promise you haven’t constructed a bag this way before, it’s SO smart. This is a great quick-ish sew, doesn’t have a lot of bells and whistles. But you’re definitely going to learn something new about curved gussets 🤗.

I hope you enjoy it! Have a great week friends ❤️

#oklarootstuts #zipperpouch #handmade #travelbag
This week’s tutorial is going over the oh-so-adora This week’s tutorial is going over the oh-so-adorable Aurora Sling from @the.styled.magnolia !

This little cutie is a FUN bag to make! Super unique and handy gusset method, scrappy, and quick. This is a great make for those spring break and summer trips!

Quick question: for your every day bag, do you prefer to make it with vinyl (faux leather), nylon, or quilt cotton?? Let me know! 

#oklarootstuts #handmade #bagmaker #sewing
Ok friends, be kind while I figure out this voice Ok friends, be kind while I figure out this voice over and text technique ❤️. 

Here is a quick tutorial on how to use the Hidden D-Ring template available in @shopoklaroots . This is a great technique to add a D-Ring to a bag where you don’t have a seam or an easier option.

For example, the Wish Tote has the strap anchor webbing stitched across the front and back panels. But if you want to modify the exterior with a large zipper or you have a featured design you don’t want covered, the Hidden D-Ring is a great option!

Let me know if you have any questions! 

#oklaroots #bagmaking #sewingtutorial #howto
Quick? ✅ Scrappy? ✅ Fun? ✅ Useful? ✅ So stinking c Quick? ✅
Scrappy? ✅
Fun? ✅
Useful? ✅
So stinking cute??✅✅✅

The Templeton Wallet tutorial is up on the OklaRoots YouTube channel and the pattern is available in @shopoklaroots 

Have fun! 

#oklarootstuts #handmade #wallet #sewersofinstagram
Did you catch my big mistake in today’s tutorial? Did you catch my big mistake in today’s tutorial? 🤦‍♀️ I still can’t believe I did that, so embarrassing! But it happens to all of us at some point.

This month’s @bagmakingbeesclub Bee box is GORGEOUS! The calming bonded nylon and easy to work with waterproof canvas was the perfect combo for a relaxing make. And the Mountain Saddle Bag pattern from @emmalinebags is, of course, absolutely perfect. 

This pattern comes in two sizes and I’m featuring the Mini size. It’s a perfect every day bag and can be mixed and matched in so many ways. Make sure to check the tutorial for tips on piecing the gusset and adaptions for a removable strap 👍

Happy Monday everyone! 

#oklarootstuts #bagmakingbeesclub #bagmaker #sewing #handmade
A quick project to play with your quilt cotton scr A quick project to play with your quilt cotton scraps! You can use this method on ANY appliqué design. Just grab some decovil light remnants, pretty material, a fun design and stitch it on to your bag! Easy peasy 😊

Designs used are the following:
- Small Magic Maker Appliqué stitched on the Mini Wish Tote. Both available in @shopoklaroots 

#oklarootstuts #appliquè #bagmaking #sewing #scrappy
Follow on Instagram

Recent Posts

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

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