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Please note: You do not need to finish these seams unless you would like to. Join us in the next instalment where we'll assemble the lining, see you there! #DarlowBagExtraResources 

Welcome to the Darlow Bag sewalong everyone! Gather your supplies and let's dive in! A note from Emily: I will start by saying that this bag was a true labour of love. It started out as a cute idea for a December pattern (we like to release an accessory pattern in December that can be made as a gift, or a nice little holiday project for yourself) and then as we got deeper in the design process we realised it just wasn't going to make sense as a December pattern. It was too involved, a little too challenging, and also quite...

For many of you, the Darlow Bag might be your first-ever foray into making a bag. So this week we're sharing some useful tips for working with hardware. Use a Strong Needle When sewing webbing and hardware you'll basically want to using the strongest needle your machine can handle. A jeans/denim needle (size 100/16 – 110/18) will be strong enough to penetrate thick webbing layers. A topstitch needle (size 100/16 – 110/18) has a larger eye and is ideal if you're using thicker thread. If you don't have a denim or topstitch needle then a universal needle (size 100/16) should just...

Fibre Content When choosing the right webbing start by considering its fibre content and application. [Image Credit: Crea India] Nylon is strong and flexible, a good option for a cross body bag. Bear in mind it can fray easily. Polyester is UV-resistant and holds its shape well, making it a great choice for an everyday bag. Polypropylene is lightweight and water-resistant, ideal for sporty bags of budget projects. Cotton is softer and more casual than the synthetic options, it may also stretch more over time. Prevent Fraying Webbing unravels easily so tape the ends of the webbing before cutting. Heat...