The Sewfisticated Planner
The Ultimate On-The-Go Planner!
3 Sizes with 3 Closure Options
Reference
- The Sewfisticated Planner
- Video Tutorial by Sewfisticated Craft
Sewing Machine - Semi industrial Juki TL-2200QVP Mini
Bag-making Supplies by Sewfsticated Supplies
Be inspired by the 19 amazing talented bag makers around the globe! Check out what sewing machine and fabric that they used. Hope you are as inspired as I am by their beautiful creations.
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Tester - Mui Yan, Singapore
Shop Link - Aderry Craft
Machine used - Domestic. Juki HZL-LB5100
Recommended Skill level - Advanced Beginner
Cut and Sewing - 3 hours
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - 2cm thick word search book (ring binded)
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - 2.5cm ring binded notebook
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - 2cm notebook
Exterior: quilted vinyl and cork vinyl; Interior: Sewfisticated Twill (slip pocket), waterproof material from SMH (lining/card slot), clear printed vinyl with stick on battling.
"Sewfisticated Planner is a well thought through pattern that comes with loads of features other than a planner holder! There's slip pockets, card slots, clever hidden slip pockets, zipper pocket and pen holder elastic! The pattern comes in 3 sizes for individual needs. 😍"
Tester - Gladys Tan, Singapore
Shop Link - Chavanthandmade IG, Chavanthandmade FB
Machine used - Heavy duty domestic. Janome HD3000
Recommended Skill level - Adventurous beginner
Cutting/Sewing Time - 3.5 hours for each make
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - Can fit up to 4cm thickness. Thickness shown in the picture is 2cm. Size is the standard paper back fiction book.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1cm. Can hold up to 2cm. Standard size for non fiction book.Quilting weight cotton, cotton canvas, WPC 75D. 0.5mm clear vinyl from Sewfisticated Supplies. WPC 75D for the card slot pockets, PVC clear vinyl with no stabilizer.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1cm. Can hold max 2cm for me, though I think the thickness will vary depending on the size of the book. The book size in my photos is a Composition book size, but I’ve managed to hold A4 too!
Quilting weight cotton, cotton canvas, WPC 75D. 0.5mm clear PVC vinyl from Sewfisticated Supplies. WPC 75D for the card slot pockets with no stabilizer.
"Jassie has outdone herself as usual! As someone who doesn’t use planners, I’m absolutely sold and thinking of ways how I can use this in my life 🙌. The pattern pieces may look daunting, but it is all definitely worth it! I am so in love with my planner (although in my case it’ll probably be a book cover)!! I love how there are pockets for everything, including stationery. Time to spice up the literature and history books with some awesomeness!"
Tester - Andrea Graham from the USA, Virginia
Shop Link - Addie Kakes Kreations VIP Group
Sewing Machine used - Thor GC1541S industrial
Recommended Skill level - Beginner, but knowledge of stabilizers/materials and the thickness is important
Cut and Sew - 2-3 hours
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - 5x7 80 sheets
Oh So Pretty Custom Fabric Waterproof Canvas. Card slots omitted/ottertex wpc for slip pockets (not recommended). Clear PVC vinyl with Peltex and Decovil Heavy as stabilizers.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - 5.5x8.5" 140 pages
Oh So Pretty Custom Fabric Waterproof Canvas. 210D oxford coated nylon for the card slot pockets, Clear PVC vinyl with Peltex and Decovil Heavy as stabilizers.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - Ipad Pro 12.9" and 8.5 x 11" Notebook 100 pages
Oh So Pretty Custom Fabric Waterproof Canvas. 210D oxford coated nylon for the card slot pockets, Clear PVC vinyl with Peltex and Decovil Heavy as stabilizers.
"My favorite SCD pattern to date! Endless possibilities for customization, fun and fast to make and great for gift giving or show inventory!"
Tester - Sam Harris, NSW from Australia
Shop Link - Made by Erillant; Made by Erillant (IG)
Machine used - Domestic/Vintage - Singer 201K and Cricut
Recommended Skill level - Beginner but know your sewing machine's capabilities for bulk
Cut and Sew - under 2 hours
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - A lonely planet discover travel book - 3/4" thick, 7 3/4" tall, 5" wide
Vinyl from Wrapped in Fabric, pockets made with Sewfisticated Twill from Sewfisticated supplies. Clear Vinyl using TPU and stabilizer is legacy/pellon 926.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - A5 (6"W x 8.5"H x 5/8" thick)
Exterior fabric is WPC from Fabric Wonderland and interior fabric is 600D WPC. Card slot pocket using 600D WPC, Clear Vinyl TPU and Sewfisive Foam Light as the stabilizer.
School--sized with Magnetic Snap - 8 1/4" W x 10 1/4"H x 1" Thick
Exterior Vinyl from Inklings and the Kraken, interior is Sewfisticated Twill from Sewfisticated supplies, 600D WPC and clear vinyl from Inklings and the Kraken. Card slot pocket using Twill, Clear Vinyl TPU and Sewfisive Foam Light as the stabilizer.
"This is such a versatile and easy pattern. With 3 varying sizes to use for a variety of things, from a travel planner to your day to day planner, this is definitely going to be a new favourite! The instructions are easy to follow as always and produces a fabulously impressive make."
Tester - Jenn Hoopert-McGinn, Pennsylvania from the USA
Shop Link - Jenn's Homemadeology; IG Jennshomemadeology
Machine used - Vintage domestic Sears Kenmore 158.17550
Recommended Skill level - Beginner that is comfortable with bulk
Cut and Sew - average 2 hours per size
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - 3/4"- puzzle book
Lion small Things Mini Border in wpc from Edenelle fabrics, orange bias tape and Twill from Sewfisticated Supplies. Card slot pockets using Twill and zipper pocket using Clear Vinyl PVC. Stabilizer - sewn in Pellon 40
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - Journal- 3/4"
No place like shroom CW from J&R Edwards textiles with cream wpc from Nerdartistry. Card slot pockets using ripstop from joanns 64gsm and zipper pocket using Clear Vinyl PVC. Stabilizer - Pellon 987f fusible fleece.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - Composition notebook- about 1/2in thick
Down home in CW and sunflower pull from Natural Nerd Fabrics. Card slot pockets using ripstop from joanns 64gsm and zipper pocket using Clear Vinyl PVC. Stabilizer - Pellon 987f fusible fleece
"I love that this planner can be used for more than just a planner cover. I have used it for puzzle books which than makes for a great on the go/ traveling item to help keep kids busy. I have also used it for journal writing and for meal planning, being able to keep my recipes and food list all in one place as been great."
Tester - Karen Tay, Singapore
Shop Link - TK Embroidery
Sewing Machine used - Brother PQ1500SL
Cutting Machine used - Cricut Maker 3
Recommended Skill level - Beginner Friendly
Cutting/Sewing Time - 3.5 hours
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - Azone A5 Note Book
Vinyl from MPB | SCD Adhesive Foam Stabiliser | Jelly Vinyl from ET Destash. Card slot pocket using 210D wpc, and Sewfisive Foam as the stabilizer from Sewfisticated Supplies.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - Azone A5 Note Book
Oil Fabric from SMH / Clear Vinyl from TkEmbroidery/ Accent Vinyl from SMH. Card slot pocket using 210D wpc, and Sewfisive Foam as the stabilizer from Sewfisticated Supplies.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - Composition
Pokémon Vinyl - Mummy Ink. Card slot pocket using 210D wpc with no stabilizer.
"I love how the Planner turn out! Gonna to be preparing it for X’mas Present~ with how easy and fast it can be completed!"
Tester - Breana Mayfield from Tennessee, USA
Shop Link - bmbcreativity
Machine used - Industrial Juki 1541S
Recommended Skill level - Beginner
Cut and Sew - 2 hours
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1¾”
WPC from Nerdartistry and Black Promo vinyl from My Punkb. Clear TPU vinyl with Decovil Heavy as stabilizer.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - ¾” but rings are 1”
WPC from Nerdartistry and quilters cotton. WPC for the card slots and lining. Quilters cotton for the side panels. for the card slot pockets, Clear PVC vinyl with Decovil Heavy as stabilizer.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - Composition Book
WPC from Nerdartistry and quilters cotton. WPC for the card slots and lining. Quilters cotton for the side panels. for the card slot pockets, Clear PVC vinyl with Decovil Light as stabilizer.
"This pattern is FABULOUS for all your books or planners! It holds so many things! Post it’s, pens, cards, etc. It’s definitely designed for the person on the go! It’s perfect for meetings, sewing retreats, or just planning your next project while your waiting in the pickup line for kids!”"
Tester - Leanne Clay, Australia
Shop Link - Sew Over Everything
Machine used - Domestic Bernina Qe570
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Cut and Sew - 2-3 hours each size
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - Notepad
Synthetic leather from Inklings and the Kraken Australia. Lining cotton poplin from Spotlight Australia for card slot pockets, PVC clear vinyl and a medium woven interfacing and smack down fleece.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - Standard notebook, maybe 10mm thick
Canvas backed vinyl for exterior, cotton duck for interior pockets, PVC clear vinyl and a medium woven interfacing and smack down fleece.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - Standard notebook, maybe 10mm thick
Canvas exterior, poplin and linen interior, PVC clear vinyl and a medium woven interfacing and smack down fleece.
"Such as amazing pattern with so many included extras! It was a quick and easy sew, and the tutorial left nothing to question. Each step was thoroughly explained, and the photos made it so simple to create something really special. Such a fun sew! This amazing pattern made it so easy to create something special. I loved every second of making this pattern. It was easy to sew, the instructions were very thorough, and the result is very satisfying. It came together so quickly and easily, and I can’t wait to make so many more!"
Tester - Susi Schuegraf, Mexico
Shop Link - Jungle Pearls
Sewing Machine used - Industrial Juki du 1181n and a domestic for the lining
Recommended Skill level - Beginner
Cut and Sewing - 4 hours and getting shorter each time
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1/2" book
Fabric from Sewfisticated Supplies, Clear from MoreMeKnow. Card slot pocket using Sewfisticated Twill, and Sewfisive Foam as the stabilizer from Sewfisticated Supplies.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1 3/8”
Vinyl more me know and TPU, lining 200D and Sewfisive Foam as the stabilizer from Sewfisticated Supplies.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1 3/8”
Vinyl main from styled magnolia and accent from sewful therapy and TPU from moremeknow. Used a vinyl pocket other lining 200D with 2 layers of headliner.
"This is the cutest planner I have ever seen! Great as a planner or book cover with storage too. Love this as it fits my iPad and a composition notebook at the same time!!!!
Tester - Jennifer Morawski, California from the USA
Shop Link - WiredFlutterby
Sewing Machine used - Domestic brother XR3340
Recommended Skill level - Beginner, with knowledge of what your machine can handle.
Cut and Sewing - 3 hours each size
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1" book
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1/2” black book (address book)
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - 3/8” kindergarten math handbook
Canvas and Cork from Coehlo Zipper and Pulls, clear vinyl and ripstop 6oz from FWD. Fleece as the stabilizer.
"This is a quick sew with many useful additions. I love that it can be used for many planning needs and has different sizes to accommodate for your preference. I love that it didn’t take too much time to sew and will be great for gifts with the holiday approaching.
The classic size is fantastic for an address book or journal. I love that I can have all my stamps and some envelopes ready. I even have envelopes behind the zipper pocket for a “must do” section. This planner helps you stay organized.
The school sized planner added so much to my son’s homeschooling. It easily holds what’s needed for individual subjects. This will greatly help with organization while making it extra special for him. I can’t wait to make one for me as well for teaching needs. Now we can homeschool on the road if need be. I love that this was an easy to follow sew with so many possible uses."
Tester - Tina Alanis Carbajal, California from the USA
Shop Link - lilysminime
Machine used - Brother Innovis Essence VM5200
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Cut and Sew - 5.5 to 6 hours to cut and sew both versions
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - HK planner 3/8" thick
Thertex prints for main n lining and printed clear vinyl from @fabric therapy. Solid pink twill for card slots and pocket from Sewfisticated Supplies. Hardware from @Wonderground Fabrics and Kam Snaps. Stabilizer using self-adhesive Sewfisive Foam from Sewfisticated Supplies.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - Drawing Book 1/4" thick
WPC 600D for main exterior and interior and self-adhesive binding tape from @Fabric Therapy, Purple Glitter Vinyl from @My PunkBroidery, Jelly Frost in Coconut and hardware from @IndoKreations. Solid pink twill for card slots and pocket from Sewfisticated Supplies. Stabilizer using self-adhesive Sewfisive Foam from Sewfisticated Supplies.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1cm. Can hold max 2cm for me, though I think the thickness will vary depending on the size of the book. The book size in my photos is a Composition book size, but I’ve managed to hold A4 too!
"The new Travel Planner is great for the office, school and even road trips to keep the little ones entertained! I love the functionality of this planner! The detail to all the pockets, card slots etc elevate pattern above all others. This is such a cute travel planner and very versatile.
This mini version is perfect to grab on the go and use as a clutch. Insert your cards/cash and a mini planner book with your To Do List for the day.
This School size planner is perfect for my little artist 🎨 It fits her drawing book, pens and all the stickers, keepsakes and whatever else my creative child wants to put inside. She's a happy camper knowing she can still do what she likes while being on the road traveling!"
Tester - Nikki Wendland from the USA, Florida
Shop Link - 3IndecisiveMisfits FB; 3IndecisiveMisfits IG; 3indecisivemisfits
Sewing Machine used - Kenmore 1310 (Topstitching) and Kenmore 16231 (Everything else)
Recommended Skill level - Advanced Beginner
Cut and Sewing - 3-4 hours each size
Material used -
Mini-sized with Elastic Band - 5x7" Notebook; Approximately 1/2" thick
Exterior: Quilting cotton and poly braid elastic from Joann Fabrics - Interior: Quilting cotton, Bias tape from Joann Fabrics; Clear vinyl, zipper from Amazon. 2 layers non-woven interfacing and 2 layers fusible fleece
Classic-sized with Elastic Band - Park Lane 6x8 Grid Journal
Exterior: Soot Sprites smooth vinyl and pink accent solid vinyl from Stitch Don't Kill My Vibe, Black marine vinyl and decorative elastic from Joann Fabrics - Interior: Quilting cotton, bias tape, and fold over elastic from Joann Fabrics; Transparent vinyl, Zipper tape & pull from Amazon
School-sized with Elastic Band - Composition book
Exterior: Quilting Cotton from Joann Fabrics - Interior: Quilting cotton, Bias tape, Decorative elastic from Joann Fabrics; Clear vinyl, Zipper tape & pull from Amazon. 1 layer non-woven interfacing and 1 layer fusible fleece
"I love how different fabric combinations can give this pattern a completely different look and feel. I also love that this pattern can be used with a planner for me, as a mobile drawing kit (with pencils and crayons) for my son, and as a travel organizer for the family."
Tester - Lyn Browne
Sewing Machine used - Juki TL-18 QVP Haruka
Recommended Skill level - Beginner
Cut and Sew - 1.5-2.5 hours
Material used -
Mini-sized with Elastic Band - 5x7 notebook from the dollar store
Vinyl from Wonderground Fabric, WPC from Oh So Pretty Custom Fabric in Mouse Heart Swirls - Black. Sports Nylon from Joann Fabrics, binding from Wonderground Fabrics. Sports Nylon for the card slot pockets, PVC clear vinyl and fusible fleece as the stabilizer.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - A5
WPC from Oh So Pretty Custom Fabric in Mouse Heart Swirls - Black. Sports Nylon from Joann Fabrics, binding from Wonderground Fabrics. Sports Nylon for the card slot pockets, PVC clear vinyl and fusible fleece as the stabilizer.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - Composition
Vinyl from Wonderground fabrics, WPC from Oh Pretty Custom Fabric in Mouse Heart Swirls - Black, binding from Wonderground Fabric. Sports Nylon from Joann Fabrics, binding from Wonderground Fabrics. Sports Nylon for the card slot pockets, PVC clear vinyl and fusible fleece as the stabilizer.
"The Sewfisticated Planner is more than just a planner. It comes in 3 sizes to fit my needs and is very customizable. I love that the classic size is perfect for my work needs. It fits my A5 notebook, my pens, my cell phone, my work badge, I still have room for whatever extra needs I might need that day. The school size is perfect to help keep my granddaughter organized for school. And bonus it also fits my iPad. This will be very handy when traveling. I can’t wait to make more of these for all my note takers for school or work."
Tester - Geraldine Tan, Singapore
Shop Link - Made by Starflakes
Sewing Machine used - Domestic, Brother NV180K
Recommended Skill level - Beginner
Cut and Sew - 3 hours
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap
Vinyl and clear vinyl from ET Sewing Stash, card slot pocket using 210D wpc and Sewfisive Foam as the stabilizer from Sewfisticated Supplies.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap
Vinyl and clear vinyl from Sewfisticated Supplies, card slot pocket using 210D wpc and Sewfisive Foam as the stabilizer from Sewfisticated Supplies.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap
Vinyl and clear vinyl from Hapa Fabrics. Card slot pocket using Sewfisticated Twill and Decovil Light as the stabilizer.
"It's such a quick and simple sew. Instructions are clear with lots of pictures. With this pattern, we can now use our favourite prints to customise our own planner cover!! ❤️🥳."
Tester - Amirah Ain Mohd Radzi, Malaysia
Shop Link - zal.ami_creative
Sewing Machine used - Industrial sewing machine. Karysma Y2
Recommended Skill level - Advanced Beginner
Cut and Sewing - 3-4 hours each size
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1/2" book
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1/2" book
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - 1/2" book
Pu leather (exterior), waterproof 600D polyester(lining), cotton (pockets) for all sizes, PVC clear vinyl and 200g batting sticker as stabilizer
"They are easy to sew, the instructions are clear and easy to understand and the size difference are the best as we have different size of books and stuffs."
Tester - Roeshell Arjin, USA
Shop Link - Made by Roeshell
Machine used - Domestic, husqvarna rose 605
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Cut and Sew - 2 hours each size
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - Kindle paperwhite in a folding case
Canvas Retrostitch custom fabrics and 20 gauge PVC clear vinyl with Decovil Light as the stabilizer.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - Planner- burn after writing
Therxtex fabric therapy, cotton woven from Joanns, and 20 gauge PVC clear vinyl with Decovil Light as the stabilizer.
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - 5 subject wide ruled notebook
Canvas Sew bobbin cute, cotton woven from Joanns, and 20 gauge PVC clear vinyl with Decovil Light as the stabilizer.
"I love that this pattern is easy to make and modify. I also love that it is versatile and has different sizes for different needs, for me personally it can fit my kindle in the mini, and some paperbacks in the classic, and notebooks in the school size."
Tester - Cierra Miller from the USA, Florida
Shop Link - Gryffin & Rey Design Co.
Sewing Machine used - Industrial Juki 1181
Recommended Skill level - advanced beginner. It’s definitely beginner friendly! I’d only say advance because of birthing, card slots and binding
Cut and Sewing - 2 hours each size
Material used -
Mini-sized with Elastic Band - small children’s chapter book
Clear is from Eden elle, gold is from my punkbroidry and the hardware is purple dragon. TPU clear viny, fusible fleece and sew fuse plus for the stabilizer
Classic-sized with Elastic Band - Park Lane 6x8 Grid Journal
Fabric from spoonflower for this one and just basic hardware from amazon. Cotton canvas and a waterproof canvas. TPU clear viny, fusible fleece and sew fuse plus for the stabilizer.
School-sized with Elastic Band - Erin Condred planner. It is 7 x 9 and about 2 inches thick
OSP main fabric, Fandea zipper and pull, amazon elastic. Jelly vinyl for this one that is from fandea fabric with fusible fleece.
"I love how many size options there are. With so many options this pattern is great for everyone in the family and will make some really amazing gifts as well. The mini size is great for so many uses. It’s perfect to cover small chapter books or for a small notebook. I can tell this is going to get a lot of use. The classic is my favorite size. It feels like its perfect for many different things like books or small planners
Tester - Shelly Andrews from the USA, North Carolina
Shop Link - ShellShock'd Creations; ShellShock'D Creations IG
Sewing Machine used - Domestic. Bernina 570 QE
Recommended Skill level - Pattern is beginner friendly. Understanding materials that work to decrease bulk would be intermediate
Cut and Sewing - 3-4 hours each size
Material used -
Mini-sized with Magnetic Snap - Kindle Fire 6 (6.65 x 4.06 x .42) inches
DragonBallz smooth vinyl from Itchin to Get Stitch, lining is RipStop from Fabric Wholesale Direct. Binding from Amazon and clear vinyl from Joanns. Magnetic snaps from Kamsnaps.
Classic-sized with Magnetic Snap - Childs book 5.36 x 7.5 x .94 inches
Exterior vinyl from The Styled Magnolia. Lining black waterproof canvas, card slots where cotton woven from Walmart. The clear vinyl was from Joanns and binding, zipper tape, and pulls was from Amazon. Magnetic snaps from Kamsnaps
School-sized with Magnetic Snap - 8.5 x 11x .75 inches
Exterior was vinyl from Backstitch part of their Harry Potter round the interior (blue) was cotton woven from the Bernina store. The white is Oly-Fun. Binding from Amazon, zipper tape and zipper pull from My Handmade Space. Snaps from Kamsnaps
"I love that this pattern is such a quick sew. Perfect for panels or directional prints. Can be used for library books or a small tablet. I love the options this pattern has. That you can omit the card slots if you want and have an additional slip pocket. I don't carry my cards off body so this is super useful. If you want you can bind the larger slip pocket too and it creates a whole binding look. Love it. This is one of those patterns that can be different and will help the kids keep their books straight. They won't have to fight over whose is who. It is really cute for your gratitude planner, a tablet, or even you hot romance book that you don't want anyone to see the slicey cover!
