✂️ Watch & Sew the Vicky May 3 by Studio 7t7! (Live Replay) ✂️
If you missed the live sew-along, don’t worry—you can watch the full replay here! In this step-by-step video, I sew the Vicky May 3 Bag by Studio 7t7, sharing my sewing tips, pattern modifications, and troubleshooting tricks along the way.
This versatile crossbody bag has three variations, and I’m making the version with a front pocket for extra storage. I also share my custom zipper accent technique and strap-making tips!
📌 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
👜 Pattern overview & fabric choices (wool blend, vinyl & interfacing)
🪡 Strap construction & hardware tips (adjustable strap with lobster clasps)
🔧 Sewing thick layers on an industrial & tips for domestic machines
✨ Adding a zipper accent for a polished, professional look
💬 Bag-making chat, troubleshooting & live Q&A with the community
📍 Get the Vicky May 3 Pattern Here: shop.studio7t7.co.uk/b/vickymaybag
Hardware and interfacing from my website - www.memademakes.co.uk/
Fabric from Immanuels - www.facebook.com/immanuelfabrics/?locale=en_GB
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Chapters
0:00 Intro
3:50 Pattern Pieces
14:00 Strap Connectors
20:50 Exterior Front Pocket
29:22 Lining - Slip Pocket
34:00 Lining - Zipper Pocket
1:04:00 Zipper Panel & Gusset
1:29:00 Prepping exterior and lining pieces.
1:35:35 Adding my Binding
1:48:30 Constructing the Bag & finishing the binding
2:30:30 Finished bag and Final Thoughts
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