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In Episode 11 of The Rosalie Documentary, I’m finally able to step back and see just how much progress I’ve made on the first 10 handbags but there’s still a lot I have to figure out.
Today, I’m tackling one of the details I’ve been most excited (and nervous) about: hot foil stamping the Rosalie leather. I thought I understood the process… until I actually started doing it. 😩
Temperature. Pressure. Foil. Placement. One small detail turned into an entirely new learning curve.
And while I finish quilting another Rosalie at my sewing machine, the episode takes a turn I wasn’t really expecting.
I started thinking about what entrepreneurship has actually done to me.
Not the business.
Not the handbags.
Me.
Because somewhere between starting with an idea and trying to build GIRLEE into the brand I see in my head, I realized I’m becoming a different woman along the way.
And maybe that’s the part of entrepreneurship we don’t talk about enough.
Come spend another day building GIRLEE with me. 💕
The Rosalie Episode 11
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I’m still learning this hot foil stamping machine, testing the leather, adjusting the settings, and figuring out exactly how I want this detail to look.
This is only the first test… I can’t wait to show you the finished result. 🖤
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Inside the Sewphie Circle, we slow things down and sew together step by step. We work on projects, practice techniques, and members can even request things they’d like to learn.
If you’re a beginner or just prefer a slower pace, come sew with me! 🎀
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I care just as much about how my customers are treated from the first message to the moment their order arrives.
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Every order represents someone who trusted me to make something special for them—and I never take that lightly. 💕
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I’m officially in production on the first 10 Rosalies.
All 10 are cut.
3 are fully quilted.
3 more are on today’s schedule.
And the goal is to have all 10 quilted by Thursday.
I gave myself a production schedule because building GIRLEE isn’t just about having a dream anymore, it’s about doing the work to make it real.
One bag at a time. One step at a time.
Follow the journey as I build all 38 limited-edition Rosalies by hand.
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Before the partnerships.
Before the opportunities.
Before anyone says yes.
Today, I printed my first brand partnership media kit. I don’t know which doors it will open, but I’m learning that you can’t always wait for the opportunity to arrive before you prepare for it.
Sometimes you have to prepare for the yes while you’re still hearing no.
I’m documenting the journey of building GIRLEE in real time, the work, the uncertainty, the lessons, and hopefully one day, the wins. 🤍
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Believe first. Prepare anyway. Be ready when the door opens.
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There are seasons when your world gets smaller because so much of your time, energy, and attention is going into what you’re building.
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People may question you. The noise gets loud. Sometimes you even question yourself.
But I know the pain of not having. And I’d rather experience the temporary discomfort of building than live with the regret of never finding out what I could have created.
Right now, I’m in the quiet season.
Head down. Building. Learning. Trying again.
No applause. No guarantees.
Just persistence.
I’m documenting the journey of building GIRLEE from the ground up, the beautiful parts and the difficult ones.
One day, I want to look back at moments like this and say:
It was worth it. 🤍
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I used to think it was about the materials or the price. Now I believe it’s about intention, craftsmanship, consistency, and most of all… how you make someone feel.
That’s the philosophy I’m building GIRLEE around.
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Follow the journey as I build GIRLEE and create the first collection of The Rosalie, one thoughtful decision at a time.
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Today, I’m cutting the leather for the first 10 Rosalie handbags while sharing one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned from studying the world’s most respected luxury brands.
This isn’t just about making a handbag—it’s about building a brand with intention, one decision at a time.
▶️ Watch the full Episode 10: The Philosophy to follow the journey.
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What if it’s defined by the philosophy behind every decision?
In Episode 10 of The Rosalie, I’m cutting leather for the first production bags while sharing the principles that are shaping GIRLEE from the very beginning.
This isn’t just about making handbags.
It’s about building a brand with intention.
From craftsmanship and scarcity to customer experience and timeless design, every decision is made with one goal in mind: creating something worthy of being passed down for generations.
The Rosalie is named after my mother, Rosalie, and this series documents the journey of building GIRLEE one decision, one lesson, and one bag at a time.
If you’re interested in craftsmanship, entrepreneurship, luxury branding, or building something meaningful from scratch, I hope you’ll join me on the journey.
Subscribe and follow along as we continue building the first collection of The Rosalie.
Welcome back to The Rosalie.
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After a prototype that didn’t turn out the way I hoped, I set out to find something better. What started as a trip to my local leather supplier turned into a journey that stretched more than 5,700 miles and completely changed the way I looked at this handbag.
In this episode of The Rosalie, I’m documenting the search, the discovery, and the third prototype that finally started to feel like the bag I imagined from the beginning.
Every decision brings this dream one step closer.
Welcome to Episode 9.
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Eight episodes ago, this was just an idea. Since then, I've searched for the perfect leather, designed custom logo hardware, changed the brand name, made mistakes that almost ruined the bag, and learned lessons I never expected.
In this episode, I'm reflecting on everything this journey has taught me so far and why every setback has been part of building something meaningful.
Whether you're building a handbag brand, starting a business, or simply chasing a dream, I hope these lessons encourage you to keep going.
Welcome back to The Rosalie.
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Thank you for being part of this story.
The best chapters are still ahead.
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This is a behind-the-scenes look at the journey of creating The Rosalie by GIRLEE and why the process matters just as much as the finished bag.
Watch the full story on my channel.
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Instead, one decision changed everything.
In this episode of my journey building GIRLEE, I’m making the very first genuine leather Rosalie by hand. Every stitch, every panel, and every challenge is teaching me what it really takes to build a handbag brand inspired by timeless craftsmanship and thoughtful design.
Some lessons can’t be planned.
They can only be learned by making them yourself.
Watch until the end to see how one decision changed the direction of the Rosalie—and why it made me rethink the entire build.
If you’re following the journey of building GIRLEE from the very beginning, I’d love to have you here. Subscribe and join me as I document every success, every setback, and everything I’m learning while creating the first Rosalie collection.
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One small package. One huge milestone.
Every step of building GIRLEE has been documented, from sketching the pattern to choosing the leather, and now seeing the logo come to life.
The Rosalie is coming.
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Follow along as I build a luxury handbag brand from scratch.
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Every handmade order reminds me where this journey began, and I’m so grateful for everyone who has supported my small business along the way.
Sew Girlee Bags is the foundation. GIRLEE is where the journey is going.
Thank you, Darylne, for trusting me to create your custom Bible cover. I hope you love it!
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After spending months designing my dream handbag brand, I discovered something that forced me to stop and rethink one of the biggest decisions I’d made so far.
In this episode, I share why I walked away from my original brand name, what I learned about trademarks, and how that process led me to something that feels even more personal.
This isn’t just about choosing a new name—it’s about building GIRLEE the right way, one thoughtful decision at a time.
If you’re building a business, launching a brand, or chasing a dream of your own, I hope my journey helps you avoid some of the mistakes I almost made.
🤍 Thanks for following along as I document every step of building GIRLEE—from the very first sketch to the first collection.
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One search changed everything.
Sometimes building a luxury brand isn’t about moving forward, it’s about knowing when to change direction.
This was one of those moments.
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🤍 The journey continues…
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They’re designed for a lifetime.
Follow the journey of building The Rosalie from sketch to luxury.
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One video in my handbag series had been recommended to over 1.2 million people, and almost 15,000 people decided to click and watch.
So… what changed?
In this video, I’m breaking down everything I learned from this experience, not as someone who has all the answers, but as a creator who is paying attention to what actually works.
We’ll talk about:
Why storytelling matters more than ever
What made this video different
The biggest mistakes I stopped making
What YouTube may actually be rewarding in 2026
And how I’m applying these lessons while building The Rosalie from the very beginning.
Whether you’re a creator, a small business owner, or simply following the journey of building a luxury handbag brand from scratch, I hope this video encourages you to keep creating.
Sometimes one video can change everything.
❤️ Thank you for watching, commenting, sharing, and believing in this dream. Every view, every encouraging comment, and every person following this journey means more than you know.
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If you enjoy following the journey, don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the next chapter.
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Building The Rosalie has been one of the most exciting and challenging journeys I’ve ever been on, and reading your encouragement, questions, and kind words has meant more to me than you know.
Thank you for believing in this dream and for following along as I build my first luxury handbag from the ground up. Every comment reminds me why I started.
Every episode gets us closer to the finished Rosalie.
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Today, the very first custom gold logo for The Rosalie by Girlee Girl has been completed and is officially shipping.
This is the first piece of hardware created for my very first luxury handbag, and it’s a milestone I’ll never forget.
Every episode brings this dream one step closer to becoming reality.
Every episode gets us closer to feeling The Rosalie in our hands. 🤍
Watch the full journey here:
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In this episode, I take you along as I research different types of leather, visit Tandy Leather, compare calfskin, lambskin, and pigskin, and ultimately choose the leather that will become the very first Rosalie handbag.
Every decision matters when you’re building a handbag with timeless craftsmanship in mind, and I want to share every step of this journey—from the first sketch to the first collection.
In this episode:
• Researching leather suppliers
• Visiting Tandy Leather
• Comparing calfskin, lambskin, and pigskin
• Why I chose calfskin for The Rosalie
• Bringing home the very first hide
• What’s next in building GIRLEE
This isn’t just about making a handbag—it’s about building a dream, one thoughtful decision at a time.
Thank you for following along on this journey. Your encouragement means more than you know.
💗 Watch the entire Making The Rosalie documentary series:
youtube.com/show/VLPLAf7oOkNSICE?sbp=QAE%3D
If you’re just discovering the journey, start with Episode 1 and follow along as I design, source materials, build prototypes, learn through mistakes, and document every step of creating GIRLEE from the ground up.
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After years of making handmade bags, I’m taking on my biggest challenge yet, building GIRLEE Handbags from the ground up.
I’m documenting every step:
💻Designing the logo
🧵Creating the pattern
🪡Choosing materials
👜 Building the first prototype
…and everything that comes next.
💗 Start the journey from Episode 1:
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If you love handbags, fashion, leathercraft, entrepreneurship, or watching a dream come to life, you’re just in time.
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Can I really build a luxury handbag brand from scratch?
Today, I finally found out.
In this episode, I’m creating the very first prototype of The Rosalie—a faux leather mockup designed to answer one important question before I ever cut into genuine leather.
Not everything went according to plan.
I made mistakes.
I had to take parts of the bag apart and rebuild them.
But that’s exactly what prototypes are for.
Along the way, I share what I’ve been learning about thoughtful design, why the smallest details matter, and how this one prototype completely changed the direction of the Rosalie.
This isn’t the finished Rosalie.
It’s the beginning of something much bigger.
Thank you for being here and for following this journey. Your encouragement means more than you know.
🩷 Next episode: I’ll begin sourcing the premium materials that will transform this prototype into the first genuine leather Rosalie.
If you’ve ever dreamed of building something from the ground up, I hope this series encourages you to keep going.
Watch the entire Making The Rosalie documentary series:
youtube.com/show/VLPLAf7oOkNSICE?sbp=QAE%3D
If you’re just discovering the journey, start with Episode 1 and follow along as I design, source materials, build prototypes, learn through mistakes, and document every step of creating GIRLEE from the very first sketch to the first collection.
#GIRLEE #TheRosalie #HandbagDesign #Prototype #BagMaking #LeatherCraft #HandmadeBags #EntrepreneurJourney #SmallBusiness #Documentary
Can I really build a luxury handbag brand from scratch?
Today, I put that question to the test.
In this episode, I’m creating the very first prototype of The Rosalie—a faux leather mockup designed to answer one important question before I ever cut into genuine leather.
Not everything went according to plan.
I made mistakes.
I had to take parts of the bag apart and rebuild them.
But that’s exactly what prototypes are for.
Along the way, I share what I’m learning about craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and why the smallest details matter when you’re building something meant to last.
This one prototype completely changed the direction of the Rosalie.
This isn’t the finished Rosalie.
It’s the beginning of something much bigger.
Thank you for being here and for following this journey. Your encouragement means more than you know.
🩷 Next episode: I’ll begin sourcing the premium materials that will transform this prototype into the first genuine leather Rosalie.
If you’ve ever dreamed of building something from the ground up, I hope this series encourages you to keep going.
Watch the entire Making The Rosalie documentary series:
youtube.com/show/VLPLAf7oOkNSICE?sbp=QAE%3D
If you’re just discovering the journey, start with Episode 1 and follow along as I design, source materials, build prototypes, learn through mistakes, and document every step of creating GIRLEE from the very first sketch to the first collection.
#GIRLEE #TheRosalie #HandbagDesign #Prototype #BagMaking #LeatherCraft #HandmadeBags #EntrepreneurJourney #SmallBusiness #Documentary
I was wrong.
In this video, I’m taking the very first step toward building my luxury handbag brand, Girlee Girl Handbags. What started as a search for a logo manufacturer quickly turned into lessons about molds, minimum order quantities, metal hardware, shipping costs, production requirements, and the realities of creating a brand from scratch.
After building Sew Girlee Bags and selling hundreds of handmade products, I thought I had a good idea of what to expect. But this journey has me learning all over again.
If you’ve ever dreamed of starting a business, creating a product, or building something bigger than yourself, I hope you’ll come along for the ride.
This is just the beginning.
🩷 In this video:
• Choosing a logo manufacturer
• Learning about handbag hardware
• Understanding molds and MOQ requirements
• Exploring production costs
• The first lessons of building a handbag brand
Watch the entire Making The Rosalie series:
youtube.com/show/VLPLAf7oOkNSICE?sbp=QAE%3D
If you're just discovering this journey, start with Episode 1 and follow along as I design, source materials, create the prototype, and build my very first luxury handbag from the ground up.
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Have you ever looked at a bag pattern and wondered how to figure out the gusset measurements? You’re not alone!
In this live stream, we’re diving deep into the world of gussets and breaking them down in a simple, beginner-friendly way. I’ll show you how gussets affect the shape, size, and function of your bags and share the easy formula I use to calculate gusset measurements with confidence.
In this live you’ll learn:
• What a gusset actually is
• How gussets change the shape of a bag
• How to calculate gusset measurements
• Common gusset mistakes to avoid
• Tips for creating professional-looking bags
Whether you’re brand new to bag making or you’ve been sewing for years, this lesson will help take the mystery out of gussets once and for all.
Grab your notebook, your favorite drink, and join me live for a fun and practical sewing lesson!
💗 Mia
Sew Girlee Bags
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"Mia, do you find it hard to manage it all?"
My answer is yes.
Between running an Etsy shop, creating YouTube videos, working a part-time job, spending time with family, and building a business I care deeply about, there are many responsibilities competing for my attention.
In this video, I share some of the approaches that help me manage my time and stay focused on what matters most.
You'll hear about:
🩷 How I prioritize my responsibilities
🩷 Why customer orders come first
🩷 How I use YouTube to support my business
🩷 Ways I make use of small pockets of time throughout the day
🩷 Why setting boundaries has been important for me
🩷 How I make time for the people who matter most
If you're working toward a goal while balancing work, family, and everyday responsibilities, I hope sharing my experience encourages you.
I'd love to hear from you in the comments:
What helps you stay organized when life gets busy?
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Sewphie Belle and Bossy Belle started as little characters representing two sides of my journey as a handmade business owner. Sewphie is the creative heart behind Sew Girlee Bags, encouraging us to create with joy and sew with courage. Bossy Belle reminds us to think like a CEO and build something sustainable.
In this video, I’m taking you behind the scenes as these two mascots go from an idea on my screen to real stickers I can actually hold in my hands. From designing to mockups and seeing them come to life, this project has been such a special reminder that the little ideas we nurture can grow into something beautiful.
Tell me in the comments… are you Team Sewphie or Team Bossy? 🎀🐶💕
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It wasn’t.
I started sewing at 39 years old. Today, I’ve sold hundreds of handmade products, built a community I cherish, earned over 100,000 subscribers on YouTube, and found work I’m genuinely excited to wake up and do.
Along the way, I learned lessons about perfection, confidence, persistence, failure, creativity, and business.
But the biggest lesson of all had nothing to do with sewing.
It was about purpose.
If you’ve ever wondered if you’re too old to start, if you’ve questioned whether your dream matters, or if you’re still searching for the thing you were created to do, I hope this video encourages you to keep going.
Small beginnings can turn into beautiful things.
Thank you for being part of my story. 💗
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If you’ve ever visited her page, you know she has some of the sweetest faith-based products, gifts, and Bible journaling goodies. I had so much fun opening this box and seeing everything she included.
Thank you, Mai, for such a thoughtful and beautiful package. Every item was a blessing and made my day!
Be sure to check out her page for faith-filled inspiration, Christian gifts, and beautiful mystery boxes. 💕
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I’ve been wanting better lighting for my sewing tutorials, YouTube videos, shorts, and live streams, so I finally decided to make the investment.
After getting everything set up and testing the different settings, I can already see a difference. The best part is being able to control the brightness and color temperature right from my phone.
And because I sew for a living, I found a creative solution and mounted it right on my thread stand! 😂
I’m excited to put it to work as I continue creating tutorials, sewing projects, and much more content.
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Two years later, I bought a little blue sewing machine from Walmart and decided to give sewing one more try.
Since then, I’ve created over 195 different products, sold more than 900 handmade items, earned over $37,000 in sales, and built a community I never imagined possible.
All because I didn’t give up. 💕
Watch the full story:
I Sold The Sewing Machine That Changed My Life
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At the time, I thought sewing just wasn’t for me.
I had no idea that a few years later, during the pandemic, a dream, a trip to Walmart, and a little blue sewing machine would completely change the direction of my life.
In this video, I’m sharing a story I’ve never told on my channel before.
The story behind the sewing machine I sold.
The dream that brought me back to sewing.
How a simple headband became the beginning of a handmade business.
And why teaching my daughter Selae how to sew before she left for college became one of my favorite memories.
This isn’t just the story of how Sew Girlee Bags began.
It’s a story about timing.
Second chances.
Motherhood.
Purpose.
And discovering that sometimes a dream isn’t gone… it’s simply waiting for the right season.
💕 If you’ve ever felt like you were too late to start something, I hope this story encourages you.
Leave a comment and tell me:
Have you ever had a dream come back into your life when you least expected it?
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Have you ever wondered what happens inside Sewphie Circle?
Sewphie Circle is more than a membership. It's a creative community for women who love sewing, handmade business, and growing their skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Inside you'll find:
🩷 Exclusive sewing tutorials
🩷 Members only projects and sew alongs
🩷 Handmade CEO Academy access
🩷 Live sewing events and replays
🩷 Downloadable resources and guides
🩷 Business tips and strategies
🩷 A welcoming community of creative women
Whether you're just learning to sew your first bag or dreaming of growing your handmade business, Sewphie Circle was created to help you learn, create, and grow with confidence.
You're not just watching. You're part of it.
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💕 Thank you for being part of the Sew Girlee Bags community. I can't wait to sew with you inside Sewphie Circle.
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Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew bags but felt overwhelmed by all the fabrics, zippers, interfacing, and sewing terms?
You’re in the right place.
I’m Mia from Sew Girlee Bags, and in this free Beginner Bag Maker Bootcamp, I’ll walk you through the fundamentals of bag making step by step. Whether you’ve never made a bag before or you’re looking to improve your skills, this playlist was created to help you build confidence and start creating beautiful handmade bags. Learning bag making can feel overwhelming at first, especially when it comes to fabrics, stabilizers, zippers, and hardware, but breaking the process into simple lessons makes it much easier to learn.
In this playlist you’ll learn:
🩷 Choosing the right sewing machine for bag making
🩷 Understanding fabrics, stabilizers, and interfacing
🩷 Essential sewing tools and notions
🩷 Basic bag making techniques
🩷 Zippers, closures, pockets, and linings
🩷 How to sew your first handmade bag
🎀 Watch the complete Bag Making 101 playlist here:
Bag Making 101 Playlist
My goal is to help you go from beginner to confident bag maker one project at a time.
So grab your favorite fabric, thread your machine, and let’s start creating something beautiful together. 💕
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I would also pin a comment under the intro video that says:
NEW HERE? Start with Video #1 and work through the playlist in order. 💕 By the end, you’ll have the skills and confidence to sew your first handmade bag!
🩷 Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-6-3qc3iV8PgeDzJvGto7e6MX7GyErEo
Recently, my friend Teresa asked me if I was still loving my new industrial sewing machine, and my answer is absolutely YES! 😊
The more I use it, the more I realize it was one of the best investments I've made in my sewing business.
I sew faster, I can handle thicker materials with less frustration, and every product I make helps me earn back my investment.
In today's economy, having an extra source of income matters, and this machine helps me continue building the business I prayed for.
Thank you, Teresa, for asking and for always being so supportive. I appreciate you more than you know! 🩷🧵
Has there been a sewing tool, machine, or notion that completely changed your sewing experience? I'd love to hear about it!
What machine are you sewing on right now? Let me know in the comments! 🧵
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Today I’m racing the clock to see if I can get 3 orders finished before 2 PM while packing orders, preparing a giveaway, and sharing a little bit about what’s been keeping me company while sewing lately.
In this Sew & Ship Diary we’ll:
✨ Pack and prepare customer orders
✨ Talk about the mystery show I’ve been watching while sewing
✨ Share why I love my industrial sewing machine
✨ Discuss sewing as an additional income stream
✨ Reveal a special giveaway
✨ Spend another productive day in the sewing studio
My industrial sewing machine has honestly been one of the best investments I’ve made in my handmade business. Every product I make reminds me how grateful I am that I started this journey and took a chance on myself.
If you’ve ever thought about turning your sewing skills into extra income, I hope this video encourages you to keep going.
💕 What do you watch while you sew? Let me know in the comments!
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The moment I walked in, I found the cereal bowls, plates, cups, and matching soup bowls. The gold trim was so pretty that I couldn’t leave without them!
Did I need new bowls? Probably not. 😂
But sometimes a girl has to treat herself to something that makes her smile.
And when I left the store, I saw a rainbow. 🌈
I guess it was a sign that they were meant to come home with me!
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If you’ve ever wanted to add zipper pockets to your projects but felt intimidated, this live is for you. I’ll show you exactly how I add zipper pockets inside my book covers so you can create something both beautiful and functional.
During the live you’ll learn:
✨ How to make a beginner friendly quilted book cover
✨ How to add zipper pockets inside the cover
✨ Tips for sewing neat and professional looking zippers
✨ How to add decorative trim and finishing details
✨ How to customize your cover for Bibles, journals, planners and more
Whether you’re brand new to sewing or have been sewing for years, you’ll be able to follow along step by step.
Grab your coffee, your fabric, and your sewing machine and let’s create something beautiful together.
🩷 Live Tomorrow at 10 AM CST
🩷 Beginner Friendly
🩷 Zipper Pockets Included
🩷 Step by Step Instruction
See you there, Girlee!
Good morning Girlee 💕
Grab your coffee or tea and join me Friday at 10 AM for a cozy morning sewing event with Sewphie Belle and Bossy Belle ☀️
We’ll be previewing our NEW members only Bible cover featuring beautiful inside zipper pockets ✨
During the live:
🩷 Preview the new Bible cover
🩷 See the zipper pocket details
🩷 Meet Sewphie Belle & Bossy Belle
🩷 Talk sewing & handmade business
🩷 Learn about Sewphie Circle perks
🩷 Enter our LIVE sewing bundle giveaway
If you’ve been part of the Sew Girlee Bags world for a while… then you already know these two have been quietly living in my imagination for the longest 😭💕
Sewphie Belle is the cheerful creative side of sewing that gets excited about beautiful fabrics, Bible covers, pretty details, and all things girlee.
Bossy Belle is the confident CEO energy reminding us to dream bigger, build something meaningful, and keep creating with purpose.
And now they’re officially inviting YOU to sew with us this Friday inside Sewphie Circle 🎀
We’ll be making our NEW Bible cover with zipper pockets on BOTH sides step by step together and I honestly cannot wait 💕
✨ On Tuesday, May 26 I’ll also be doing a LIVE preview event streamed to BOTH Facebook and YouTube so everyone can see what we’ll be making together before the members only sew along.
✨ PLUS I’m giving away TWO of my $27 sewing bundles filled with sewing patterns, guides, and trainings to help you make and sell profitable handmade products 🎀
💕 Giveaway #1 One winner during the Tuesday Facebook & YouTube preview live
💕 Giveaway #2 One winner during our Friday Sewphie Circle members only sew along
To enter: ✨ Comment during the live ✨ Share the live ✨ Tell me if you’re Team Sewphie Belle or Team Bossy Belle
Who’s sewing with us Friday? 💕
from ruffled handles… to embroidered letters… to a custom zipper pocket… every little detail was made with care.
this is why handmade matters to me 🤍
when someone supports my small business, i want them to feel like they received something truly special.
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If you struggle with uneven zippers, bulky corners, or messy finishes… try these beginner friendly sewing tips on your next bag project 💗
I’ve made and sold hundreds of handmade bags and these are some of the small details that make a BIG difference.
Join Sewphie Circle for exclusive tutorials and sewing classes 💕
life doesn’t stop just because you have orders to finish.
In today’s sew and ship vlog, I’m balancing handmade business life during graduation weekend while trying to finish 2 custom Bible carrier orders before the post office closes.
One customer requested custom embroidered letters for her daughter’s Bible carrier and then added a last minute zipper pocket request while I was already sewing the order. I really wanted to ship both packages the same day, but sometimes in business you have to slow down, communicate with your customers, and focus on quality over rushing.
I also show how I make zipper pockets because so many beginner bag makers tell me they struggle with that part of sewing bags.
And honestly… I’m still emotional from my daughter Selae graduating from LSU. 💜
This video is about sewing, motherhood, creativity, customer service, entrepreneurship, and learning how to stay consistent even when life is busy.
If you’re building a handmade business while balancing real life…
I hope this video encourages you.
💕 Mia
Links
✨ Join the Sewphie Circle Membership
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✨ Free Beginner Bag Making Guide
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✨ Free Handmade CEO Workbook
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In today’s sew and ship vlog, I’m trying to complete 3 handmade Bible covers, prep 2 more orders for tomorrow, and somehow balance business, emotions, deadlines, and graduation weekend all at the same time.
While sewing, I’m talking about the real side of planning big life events:
the stress, the pressure, the emotions, the family coming in from different states, and the beautiful memories being created through it all.
Sometimes life moves so fast.
One minute you’re dropping your child off at college…
and the next minute you’re preparing for graduation weekend.
I’m so grateful for every person that supports my handmade business because every order truly helps create moments like these for my family. Thank you for supporting this dream and allowing my products to find the people they were meant for.
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👜 Shop Sewing Patterns:
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In today’s sewing vlog, I’m making two junked Bible covers and one classic floral Bible cover while balancing real life, motherhood, graduation prep, and running my handmade business.
I take you behind the scenes of:
🩷 Sewing custom Bible covers
🩷 Packaging Etsy orders
🩷 Hobby Lobby graduation shopping
🩷 Graduation prep for my daughter
🩷 Running a handmade business from home
🩷 Cozy sewing room moments and real life conversations
This video became extra emotional because I shared memories of my daughter helping me prep orders before she left for college. She’s now graduating with a degree in political science and preparing for her next chapter toward becoming a lawyer. Watching this season unfold as a mom has been beautiful and emotional all at the same time.
If you love:
Sew with me videos
Sewing vlogs
Handmade business content
Cozy creative videos
Etsy seller vlogs
Bible cover making
Junk journaling aesthetics
Hobby Lobby shopping
Productive day in the life videos
Small business motivation
Then I think you’ll really enjoy this one 💕
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🩷 Bible Cover Pattern:
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🩷 Free Beginner Bag Making Guide:
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🩷 Free Handmade CEO Workbook:
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they changed the way I saw what handmade products could truly mean to people. 💗
In this video I’m sharing some of my top selling Bible covers, totes, and carriers, the analytics behind them, customer reactions, and the lessons I’ve learned after building a handmade business that has generated over $37,000 in sales.
But honestly…
this video is about more than numbers.
It’s about connection.
Creativity.
Faith.
Small beginnings.
And the beautiful things that can happen when you keep showing up.
From one of my bestselling blush pink Bible bags…
to the floral lace Bible cover that unexpectedly went viral…
to watching women in my community create and SELL totes from my tutorials…
this journey has been emotional in the best way.
If you’ve ever dreamed about starting a handmade business, learning to sew, or creating something meaningful with your hands, I hope this video encourages you to start.
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🌸 PRODUCTS & RESOURCES
🩷 Join the Sewphie Circle Membership
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🌸 Free Beginner’s Guide to Bag Making
sew-girlee-bags.kit.com/freeebook
🩷 Free Handmade CEO Workbook
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🌸 Shop Patterns & Tutorials
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Let me know in the comments:
Which product connected with you the most?
And if you’re building something too…
keep going.
Because small beginnings can turn into beautiful things. 💗


