Expand-o-Matic

the October ’26 Eye Candy Showcase

By Kat | Sep 30, 2026

So... after the hottest September on record, Fall is finally here in North Carolina! And even though I'm glad to ...

the August ’26 Eye Candy Showcase

By Kat | Jul 30, 2026

So... summer is in full swing & it's hot as ever here in NC! But you know what else is ...

Assorted colorful handcrafted fabric purses collage

the May ’26 Eye Candy Showcase

By Kat | Apr 29, 2026

So... now that warm weather is here, it's time to share with you, our Eye Candy Showcase ...

Colorful handbag sewing patterns collage, instant download

And NOW…an Instant Download Option!

By Kat | Mar 4, 2026

So... the BIG NEWS around here is... We're FINALLY adding pdf patternsto our pattern catalog! Now you might be wondering ...

Collage of six colorful patterned handbags

the March 2026 Eye Candy Showcase

By Kat | Feb 26, 2026

So... now that February is waning, and with winter pretty much in our rear view mirror, (I hope, I hope) ...

Quilted floral crossbody bag on wicker chair

PPC34: Windswept- A Bag for ME!

By Kat | Feb 18, 2026

So... most of you know that its my habit to always carry a new bag design for a few weeks ...

Collage of colorful patterned crossbody bags

PPC34: the Expand-o-Matic Testing

By Kat | Feb 4, 2026

So… the time in which we needed to get the testing done for our "Expand-o-Matic" pattern fell at a difficult ...

PPC34: the Expand-o-Matic Introductory Video

By Kat | Jan 27, 2026

The Expand-o-Matic pattern and webpage have been released! It's a great little bag that perfect for carrying all of your ...

PPC34: the Expand-o-Matic Pattern Release

By Kat | Jan 22, 2026

FINALLY! The Expand-o-Matic patternis ready for release to the public! Click HERE for more info about this fun, & surprising bag pattern, ...

Colorful patterned wristlet bags on hook

PPC34: the Expand-o-Matic Cover Reveal

By Kat | Jan 19, 2026

So... in our last post we had a little fun letting YOU be the designer and choosing which ...