Fremont - Sage Custom Bag Maker Kit

Sewing this cross-body tote was way more fun than I expected, mostly because the leather and hardware were already cut and matched so I wasn't hunting for anything mid-project. It's hands-free on walks with my dog, and the strap sits comfortably across my chest.

The large-format paper pattern was the thing I was most nervous about, but the cut lines are crisp and the notches actually line up, so assembly went way smoother than my last kit. Ended up with a roomy cross-body tote that fits my water bottle and wallet with room to spare.

The leather and hardware pieces feel genuinely premium, and having the fabric included saved me a trip to the store. I finished the cross-body tote in one relaxed weekend, and it’s already my go-to for farmers market runs.