Simple Things

2020-10-10T06:41:00.005+11:00

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Welcome to my little shop! Here you will find a variety of eBooks with straightforward and detailed step by step instructions on how to make simple, functional, everyday stuff. There are loads of accompanying photos, making most projects suitable even for beginners.

The same eBooks are currently being sold in my Etsy shop, Simple Things. The prices are exactly the same too. I created this alternative shop, linked to my blog, Heart of Mary, as I reckon most of you probably found my work through my blog in the first place. The process of purchasing an eBook is basically the same with Etsy - choose the item/s you want, send your payment through Paypal, then within 24 hours (or more often, even within minutes), a private link to your downloadable PDF will be emailed to you. By purchasing directly from here, you will be helping me save on Etsy fees as well!

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MAKE THEN SELL!

All eBooks are copyrighted. Please, please, please do not distribute or duplicate copies. Apart from the Mousie Heart Bear, however, you can sell your handmade items made from any of my other patterns. Details of pattern conditions are contained in each eBook.

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2012-01-30T19:11:00.002+11:00

How to Make a Cosmetic/Make-up Bag

$8.00 USD

This is a listing for a 34-page eBook containing complete instructions on "How to make a cosmetic/make-up bag". This cosmetic bag isn’t your typical handmade zippered bag. It's design is unique and it is such fun to make!

The eBook comes loaded with photos, making the step-by-step instructions very easy to follow. There are two sizes to choose from: a small bag at 5” (H) by 7” (W) by 2 ½” (D) and a larger version at 6” (H) by 8 ½” (W) by 2 ½” (D). It also includes instructions on how to make your own bias binding tape.

Material Requirements for small bag :
About 15” square quilting-weight cotton fabric (exterior)
About 15” square quilting-weight cotton fabric (lining)
About 15” square of fusible fleece
About 15” square of lightweight fusible interfacing
10” long, 1” wide all-purpose zipper
Two - 19” long strips of 2” wide bias binding tape (pre-made or make your own)
matching thread and other sewing essentials

Blogged about here, here, and here.

2011-01-22T16:07:00.003+11:00

How to Make an Errand (Flex Frame) Clutch
$7 USD

This listing is for a 15-page eBook containing complete instructions on how to make an Errand Clutch. This is the perfect – sized clutch to take with you for those quick trips when a larger bag is not really necessary. Will fit essentials like your keys, mobile phone, driver’s license, credit card and some cash easily!

What makes this clutch unique is the use of a flex frame closure, a very nice change from the usual zipper, magnetic snap or button closures. And it will keep your stuff secure too!

Finished clutch is about 3 ½” tall (excluding flex frame casing), 6 ½” wide at its widest point, with a depth of about 3”.

The eBook comes loaded with photos, making the step-by-step instructions very easy to follow. You don’t need to have advanced sewing skills to complete this project but experience in sewing, particularly in bag-making, is highly recommended.

Materials needed:
About 10” by 20” quilting weight cotton fabric for exterior
About 15” by 20” quilting weight cotton fabric for lining
About 10” by 15” fusible fleece or cotton batting
About 10” by 15” light fusible interfacing
One 5” internal flex frame
Spray adhesive (optional, only if using cotton batting)
sewing essentials such as thread, needle, sewing machine, ruler, marker, pins, etc.

**Internal flex frames are sometimes difficult to find in craft stores but they are widely available online.

Blogged about here.

2010-08-18T11:44:00.006+10:00

How to Make a Toilet Paper Roll Cozy
$7.00 USD

The step-by-step instructions come loaded with photos, making it very easy to follow. You don’t need to have advanced sewing skills to complete this project but experience in sewing, particularly in bag-making , is highly recommended.

Materials required:

Assorted printed cotton fabric scraps for outer cover
Small piece of printed cotton fabric for lining (about 12” (H) by 16” (W))
Small piece of plain cotton fabric (I used natural linen) for casing and circle base (about 11” (H) by 16” (W))
Small piece of thin cotton batting (about 13” (H) by 16” (W))
22” long drawstring
sewing essentials such as thread, needle, sewing machine, ruler, marker, pins, etc.

Blogged about here and here.

2010-01-19T23:18:00.013+11:00

How to Make a Digital Camera Cozy
$7.00 USD

This listing is for a 22-page eBook containing pattern pieces and complete instructions on how to make a Digital Camera Cozy, the size and design of which is suitable for most models of compact digital cameras currently in the market.

It comes loaded with photos, making the step-by-step instructions very easy to follow. You will be able to sew a 4"(H)) by 2 ½”(W) by 1 1/4"(D) case which will provide padded protection for your camera and let you carry it hands-free (hung from your bag or belt loop!).

Materials required:
About 15” square quilting-weight cotton fabric (main)
About 12” square quilting-weight cotton fabric (lining)
small piece of fusible fleece (preferred) or cotton batting
small piece of light fusible interfacing
one 1 ¾” long piece of ¾” wide velcro
one cute button (½”)
one swivel hook (½” ring)
matching thread
other sewing essentials (sewing machine, pins, scissors, ruler, etc.)

Blogged about this here and here.

2009-10-08T11:58:00.003+11:00

How to Make a Simple and Classy Handbag

$9.00 USD

This is a 28-page eBook containing complete instructions and pattern pieces to enable you to make your very own Simple and Classy Handbag. You will be able to sew a medium-sized handbag measuring approximately 11 ½” wide at the top, 12 ½” tall, 12 ½” at its widest point, with a darted bottom. The bag features a flap and magnetic snap closure, and one zippered inner pocket. A perfect companion for everyday use!

Don't worry about the zippered pocket...you will be guided through a quick and easy way of making it. A 7-page supplementary document (How to Make a Zippered Pocket) will come with your main eBook.

Materials required:
½ yard medium-weight cotton fabric (MAIN)
½ yard medium-weight cotton fabric (LINING)
½ yard fusible fleece
½ yard stiff fusible interfacing
2 yards single fold bias tape (or ½” wide ribbon or trim)
one ½” magnetic snap set
one 6” matching all-purpose zipper
matching thread
other sewing essentials (sewing machine, pins, scissors, ruler, etc.)

Blogged about this here.

2009-10-08T11:55:00.004+11:00

How to Make a Lily Handbag

$9.00 USD

This listing is for a 25-page eBook containing complete instructions and pattern pieces to enable you to make your very own Lily Handbag. You will be able to sew a fairly large bag measuring approximately 10" wide at the top, 13 1/2" at its widest point, 9 1/2" tall, with a 3" gusset. The bag features a flap and magnetic snap closure, and one zippered inner pocket.

Don't worry about the zippered pocket...you will be guided through a quick and easy way of making it. A 7-page supplementary document (How to Make a Zippered Pocket) will come with your main eBook.

Materials required:

½ yard medium-weight cotton fabric for the bag outside
½ yard medium-weight cotton fabric for the lining
½ yard fusible fleece
½ yard stiff fusible interfacing
one ¾” magnetic snap set
one 6” matching all-purpose zipper
matching thread
other sewing essentials (sewing machine, pins, scissors, ruler, etc.)

Blogged about this here.

2009-10-08T11:53:00.003+11:00

How to Make an iPhone/iPod Touch Carry Case
$7.00 USD

This is a 20-page eBook containing complete instructions on how to make an iPhone/iPod Touch Carry Case. You will be able to sew a 5 ½”(L) by 3 ½”(W) case which: 1) will provide padded protection to your gadget; 2) provide a secure and roomy storage for your accessories such as your headset and stylus; 3) enable you to easily access your headset jack; and 4) let you carry your gadget hands-free. Not only is this case pretty but it is super functional as well!

This iPhone/iPod Touch carry case may also be suitable for other mp3 players and mobile/cell phones of similar dimensions and features.

Materials required:
¼ yard (about 9” by 44”) medium-weight cotton fabric (main)
1 medium-weight Fat Eighth (about 9” by 22”) cotton fabric (lining)
small piece of fusible fleece
small piece of fusible woven interfacing **
3” piece of ¾” wide velcro
¾” button (preferably with shank)
swivel hook (½” ring)
½” - ¾” keyring or d-ring
matching thread
other sewing essentials (sewing machine, pins, scissors, ruler, etc.)

Blogged about this here.

2009-10-08T11:52:00.003+11:00

How to Make A Long Wallet

$7.00 USD

This is a 20-page eBook containing complete instructions on how to make a 'Heart of Mary' long wallet. You will be able to sew a 4” by 7 ½” folded wallet with 6 card slots, 1 large zippered pocket for coins, and 3 full width pockets for cash and what have you! You will even be guided through a super easy way of installing a zipper…you won’t even need to used a zipper foot!

Materials required:
2 - coordinating medium-weight cotton Fat Quarters (18” by 22”, non-directional prints preferred)
¼ yard stiff fusible interfacing
1 set snap fastener
1 - 7” matching all-purpose zipper
Matching thread
other sewing essentials (sewing machine, pins, scissors, ruler, etc.)

Blogged about this here.

2009-10-08T11:50:00.006+11:00

How to Make a Sweet Young Girl's Wallet

$7.00 USD

This is a 25-page eBook containing complete instructions on how to make a Sweet Young Girl's Wallet. You will be able to sew a 4 1/2” by 4” (folded) wallet with 6 card slots, 2 small pockets, 1 zippered compartment for coins, and a full width pocket for cash. Have fun choosing different fabric combinations to make your wallet suitable for a little girl or a young lady!

Materials required:

2 - coordinating medium-weight cotton Fat Quarters (18” by 22”, nondirectional
prints preferred)
Small piece of fusible fleece
Small piece of fusible interfacing
1 set snap fastener
1 - 4” or larger all-purpose zipper
Matching thread
other sewing essentials (sewing machine, pins, scissors, ruler, etc.)

Blogged about this here.
Related topic here.

2009-10-08T11:48:00.005+11:00

How to Make a Fabric Journal Cover with Pen Loop

$5.00 USD

This is an 11-page eBook containing complete instructions on how to make a fabric journal cover with pen holder. Directions on how to customize your cover to suit any notebook size of your choice are provided. Allow yourself to get creative by coordinating different fabric colours and designs!

Materials required:
**amount of fabric will depend on notebook size
¼-3/8 yd cotton fabric for outer cover and lining (Fabric A)
¼-3/8 yd cotton fabric for pockets, pen holder & button loop (Fabric B)
¼-3/8 yd medium – heavyweight fusible interfacing
¾” button
Pen with lid or retractable pen with hook
Notebook of your choice
Matching thread
other sewing essentials (sewing machine, pins, scissors, ruler, etc.)

Blogged about this here and here.

2009-10-08T11:43:00.008+11:00

How to Make a Fold and Zip Shopping Bag

$5.00 USD

This is an 11-page eBook containing complete instructions on how to make a Fold and Zip shopping bag. Open bag size is approximately 15” by 16” but the bag folds up neatly into a cute 4” by 7” zippered pouch. Ideal for those light shopping days. Very convenient size to pop into your handbag to take everywhere and anywhere!

Materials required:
2 pieces 16" by 18" medium-heavyweight cotton fabric (plain or printed) for bag panels
2 pieces 4" by 18" from same medium-heavyweight cotton fabric for bag handles
1 piece 8 " by 9" coordinating medium-heavyweight cotton fabric for zippered panel
1 piece 7" by 8" stiff fusible interfacing
16" matching all-purpose zipper
matching thread
other sewing essentials (sewing machine, pins, scissors, ruler, etc)

Blogged about this here.

2009-10-07T11:21:00.519+11:00

How to Make a Water Bottle Carrier

$7.00 USD

This is a 17-page eBook containing complete instructions on how to make your very own, one of a kind Water Bottle Carrier. You will be able to sew a bottle carrier that: 1) is insulated (to keep your water hot or cold); 2) has an adjustable strap; and 3) closes with a drawstring to keep your bottle from accidentally slipping out. Directions on how to customize your carrier to suit a bottle size of your choice are also provided.

Materials required:

approx. 20” by 25” cotton fabric for outside bag (Fabric A)**

approx. 20” by 15” cotton fabric for lining (Fabric B)**

approx. 20” by 15” piece of needled insulated lining (Insul-bright)**

light fusible interfacing (for the strap and d-ring loop)

1 - 1” d-ring

1 - 1” slider

cord lock and cord ends (optional but recommended)

20” – 22” drawstring cord

Basting spray/spray adhesive (optional but recommended)

water bottle of your choice

matching thread

other sewing essentials (sewing machine, pins, scissors, ruler, etc)
**amount of fabric may vary depending on bottle size

Blogged about this here.
Related topic here.

2009-10-06T11:59:00.000+11:00

How to Make a Mousie Heart Bear

$7.00 USD

This is a 12-page eBook containing complete instructions and pattern pieces to enable you to make your very own Mousie Heart Bear. Allow yourself to get creative by coordinating different fabric colours and designs and making up your own embellishments!

As the name suggests, Mousie Heart Bears are 12" bear softies with mouse-like ears and heart shaped tummies. Original design by Heart of Mary.

Materials required:
¼ yard cotton fabric for head and body
1/12 yard coordinating cotton fabric for ears, arms and tummy
small pieces of wool felt for face and nose
a pair of plastic safety eyes
black embroidery floss
polyfill for stuffing
matching thread
other sewing essentials (sewing machine, pins, scissors, ruler, etc.)

Related blog post here.