Country Cow Designs

Country Cow Designs Sewing patterns & video tutorials for creating your own bags
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16/06/2026

Pattern saying your bag straps need to be in the middle of the panel?
Don’t want to mark your fabric with a pen? 😅 I hear you!

This is my method:
Cut the markings out on the paper pattern piece, you can then clip the whole thing over the panel and make sure your straps are exactly where they need to be, without faffing around with quilting rulers and marking pens.

Make sure to save this for any future bag patterns!
This is how I teach you to do it for our latest pattern the Merryn handbag shown in the video.

Pattern, all hardware and Gwyn faux leather in tan all available on our website.

I can’t stop making bags out of this faux leather! I’m a big fan of Mora faux leather and I’ve been using it for years i...
12/06/2026

I can’t stop making bags out of this faux leather!
I’m a big fan of Mora faux leather and I’ve been using it for years in my bag making, but I wanted to try out some faux leather with a different texture.
This Gwyn faux leather was just what I was after! With a suede like texture and being slightly thicker it’s perfect for bag making and your domestic sewing machine will still handle it 🙌🏼
It’s available for preorder now on our website in 6 different colours. Estimated delivery time is August.

There’s still the black to see on our website 😉

Which one is your favourite colour?

10/06/2026

And it’s so simple to do!
It always feels wrong to make holes in your handmade bag 😅 but in this case it will make your bag last longer and protect the bottom from scuffing.

These prong bag feet are simple to use:

Mark where you want them to go,
Place the washer over the marks and then mark the slide slits,
Cut the slits with a sharp knife or seam ripper like I am here (being careful not to cut more),
Push the prongs in, place the washer over the prongs and then push them down.

We’ve used them here on our Merryn handbag pattern. Made in Aubergine Gwyn faux leather- available to preorder on our website.
The prongs feet and all other hardware seen are available in 4 different colours also on our website 😊

08/06/2026

Unless you’re deliberately after a contrast stitching look 😆
Not only does sewing with matching thread elevate the look of the finished bag, it can also hide things like wonky stitching, and backstitching- lets remember we’re aiming for progress not perfection and we like to make bag making more enjoyable not stressful 😃
Fortunately, on our website we usually offer matching thread colours to the fabrics we stock and if you’re unsure you can send us a message and we’ll help you find the matching thread.
This Merryn bag uses the Forest Green Gwyn faux leather available to preorder on our website.
The matching thread is sage green.

And the “Cloudy Mountains” fabric is part of a new round of 12 different designs, available in 4 different bases on our website.

Find links for all items in the comments!

07/06/2026

Don’t get bogged down with what stabiliser you need for bag making.
We’ll tell you what stabiliser you need for each part in our patterns and explain why you need that specific one and the look it achieves, so over time you’ll learn what you need without trying 😊

We’ve got new stabilisers in our shop now and we think the results speak for themselves- don’t take our word for it though, check out the amazing reviews on our website.

The bag in the video is the Merryn handbag.
We used Firm fuse on the base and sides for that great structure you can see.
We used Flexifuse on the main panels for a softer, slightly slouchy look.

Link in the comments for our new stabiliser!

05/06/2026

There seems to be 2 types of bag makers:

Those who get excited to sew up the turning pocket, knowing their bag is completely finished 😃
And then those who forget completely and then wonder why their belongings keep disappearing in their bags 😅

Hands up to being the second one 🙋‍♀️ I don’t see what I’m looking for, but I can feel it somewhere behind the lining 🤣

Which one are you?

⭐ Bag is the Merryn handbag, sewing pattern by us.
⭐ Fabric is Gwyn faux leather in Aubergine available to preorder on our website.
⭐ All hardware available on our website.

Open Day & Sewing Workshop!For the open day at our shop next week (13th June) we have some new products including these ...
04/06/2026

Open Day & Sewing Workshop!

For the open day at our shop next week (13th June) we have some new products including these lovely fabrics by designer Sarah Mariam. We also have some excellent goodie bags for anyone who’s signed up to a demo. Sign up using the link in the comments.

Demos will include how to use a hand press to set rivets and press studs, which stabilisers to use, fabrics for bag making, and more. Tickets are £5 and you’ll get that knocked off any purchases you make on the day.

We’ve also had a few cancellations for our sewing workshop on Friday 12th. A full day of sewing including lunch. It’s a small group of twelve with two of us helping out. If you’d like to join us, you can grab a ticket using the link in the comments. Hope to see you there! 😁

One of the things we love the most about bag making is that there’s always something new to learn. That’s why all of our...
02/06/2026

One of the things we love the most about bag making is that there’s always something new to learn.

That’s why all of our bag patterns don’t just show you what to do, they teach you how and why, with detailed photo instructions, full free video tutorials and unique techniques so you can keep building your skills while creating bags you’re proud of.

Our new pattern the Merryn handbag is no exception. The testers loved making this one as their comments show.
Try something new and give the Merryn a go.
Whether you’re making your first bag or your fiftieth, there’s always something new to discover!

31/05/2026

Here comes a large handbag with a beautiful slouchy look, straps that stand out, and hardware that adds bling! The Merryn Handbag is all about the details. It features a beautifully clean top zip closure to keep your belongings
secure while maintaining a sleek, modern profile. This new sewing pattern includes step by step photo instructions as well as a free full video tutorial.

It’s available now!

Comment “MERRYN” and we’ll send the link for the pattern straight to you!

We’re doing this pattern for our June bag making challenge in our Facebook group. If you’re a member of the group you’ll find a 20% off code!
Search for “Sewing with Country Cow Designs” on Facebook to join.

28/05/2026

Come to our open day on Saturday June 13th!

Meet like minded people who love to sew and make bags, join in on our demos, make the most of the discount in our shop and find out what new exclusive products will be available on the day!

Last year was good, this year it’s going to be great! 🤩
Grab a ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1980800711249

The ticket price is refunded off any purchase made on the day 🙌

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