Two New Tutorials: The GlitterBugFairy Bag Series Begins!
I’m so excited to share the first two videos in my brand-new GlitterBugFairy Bag Series—and trust me, both of these projects are as fun as they are beautiful! If you love bag making, bright fabrics, and clever construction, these are for you.
🧵 Tutorial 1: The Double Zip Pouch
🎥 Watch here → Double Zip Pouch Tutorial on YouTube
This is such a quick and satisfying make—perfect for beginners or anyone who wants a fast finish. The Double Zip Pouch uses the GlitterBugFairy pattern and kit, paired with Fairy Fabric, and features (you guessed it) two zippered pockets for extra organization. It’s great for makeup, cords, sewing notions, or travel.
Full disclosure: this series isn’t sponsored. GlitterbugFairy gifted me these kits because I worked in their booth at Houston and genuinely fell in love with their products. Their kits are thoughtfully written, beautifully packaged, and a joy to sew.
👜 Tutorial 2: The Maya Bag
🎥 Watch here → Maya Bag Tutorial on YouTube
Next up is the Maya Bag, a stylish and surprisingly simple tote that’s perfect for everyday use. I love this project because it feels fancy but still comes together quickly—with smart hardware choices, crisp vinyl details, and just the right amount of structure.
This is one of those “make one for yourself, then immediately make one for a friend” kind of bags. You’ll see why once you start stitching!
💖 Why I Love GlitterBugFairy
The owners of GlitterBugFairy are dear friends, and their kits are truly designed with makers in mind—clear instructions, top-quality hardware, and gorgeous color options. These tutorials are my way of sharing a little of that magic with you.
⏰ Coming soon: the Zippered Pouch and Mini Zipper Tote tutorials!
Stay tuned for more in this series—I’ve got a few more GlitterBugFairy projects lined up, and the next bag tutorial is already on the way!
✨ While You’re Here: Upcoming Grace Classes + Affiliate Sale
If you’ve been waiting to dive into free-motion quilting or longarming with confidence, my upcoming Grace Company classes are live and open for registration!
🧵 View my Grace Class listings here
📅 These are in-person classes in Salt Lake City, Utah for beginners or anyone ready to set aside their long-arming fears!
And don’t forget—Grace is running their Black Friday sale all month long, and my coupon code works with the sale prices! You’ll get 15% off your Grace purchase, and it helps support future tutorials and classes.
🛒 Shop Grace Company
Use coupon code crankykangaroo to get 5% off Grace machines, automation, and frames.
Then combine it with crankykangaroo15 to get 20% total off everything else!
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Happy sewing,
Jaymi 🧵
Cranky Kangaroo
