Have you ever participated in a craft swap before? I’ve done a few and they are so much fun. As someone who sews, I really appreciate an item sewn just for me, especially when extra attention is taken to make it special. The sewing community is so full of inspiration and really cool people, and this is a great way to know more of this community.

I decided to host a swap for a Sew Sweetness Filigree Double-Zip Pouch (medium or large sizes). Sara from Sew Sweetness thought this was a great idea and she even offered all the participants a discount for the pattern! If you already have the pattern, you can use the discount for any other Sew Sweetness pattern. Use code happyokapi for 20% off one pattern at Sew Sweetness.

I chose the Filigree because the front has a nice clean slate to showcase a special element for the swap. A requirement for this swap is to make the pouch extra detailed somehow. You can add ribbon and piping as the pattern shows, or add a quilt block to the front. Other examples are embroidery, paper pieced front, woven panels, or patchwork pieces. My hope is that you challenge yourself to add a special detail for a truly unique pouch. 

To participate, fill out this form, and make sure to read the expectations and schedule at the bottom of the form before you submit. 

I’m only accepting a limited amount of participants, so don’t wait too long to sign up.  

Here’s the schedule of the swap: The first check in should be by January 25, indicating your intentions for the item: fabric pull, paper piecing pattern choices, etc. The second check in should be by February 10, and should show that you’re on track to have the project completed in time to mail. You should mail your pouch by February 20. To check in, post your progress picture and tag me @reecemontgomery, and use #filigreedoublezipswap.

Questions? Email me or message me through Instagram. Thanks for joining, and have fun!