In this video tutorial, we will be making the Gemella Wallet, our newest pattern here at Simply Classic. Sew along with me, and I will walk you through every step of the process. This pattern is recommended for confident beginners and above.
The Gemella Wallet has a unique design featuring 15 card slots, one ID slot, two zipper pockets, and one cell phone pocket. The wallet folds in half lengthwise and has a flap closure that yearns for a decorative touch. The pattern is written for faux leather, cork, or real leather as it is sewn wrong sides together and then edge coated. Customize the wallet and make it your own by reducing the number of card slots, moving or removing the cell phone pocket, or adding an additional ID slot — the possibilities are limitless! The finished size is 8.75" W x 4.5" T x 1" D.
PDF PATTERN
https://www.simplyclassic.net/product-page/the-gemella-wallet
MAKER'S KIT
https://www.simplyclassic.net/product-page/the-gemella-wallet-maker-s-kit
Turn your Gemella wallet into a crossbody bag with this hack:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-5sRSxGVvc
Happy sewing!
Chris
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
00:00 Introduction
01:53 Pattern Pieces
14:13 Step 1: Flap and Snap Tab
22:46 Step 2: Main Body 1 Construction
55:05 Step 3: Main Body 2 Construction
1:28:37 Step 4: Assembly
1:51:03 About the Gemella Wallet
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PRODUCTS I USED
▶ Faux Snake Leather in Pink/Black
https://www.simplyclassic.net/product-page/faux-snake-small-print
▶ Adhesive Lining
https://www.simplyclassic.net/product-page/adhesive-lining-black
▶ Magnetic Concho
https://www.simplyclassic.net/product-page/magnetic-concho-setter-combo-for-1-concho
▶ Zoid Craft Knife
https://www.simplyclassic.net/product-page/zoid-knife
▶ 1/8" AJ Sign World Double Sided Tape
https://a.co/d/aMw3pWa
▶ LYNDA Leather Snap Fasteners Kit
https://a.co/d/ifChn0h
▶ 1" Craftool Round End Punches
https://tandyleather.com/products/craftool-round-end-punches?variant=31977796862083
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