Woven Drop Zone Pouches for #SewPINK 2026: Pink Venom & Winston

It's October 30, which means it's my day for ByAnnie's annual #SewPINK Blog Hop! This year, I'm turning my original BLACKPINK-inspired triaxial fabric weave into a set of ByAnnie Drop Zone Pouches, and I'm sharing the creative process while it's still a work in progress.

Most of my creative time these days happens a little here and a little there. Sometimes I can spend hours making things, and sometimes I can only do a little bit. But I'm still making, and that's what matters.

Plus, I was getting ready to film and realized I didn't have my nails on. And clearly, we can't have that. 😂 So the filming and finishing will happen this weekend!

From BLACKPINK's Pink Venom to #SewPINK

When BLACKPINK released Pink Venom in 2022, I created a fabric weave inspired by the song. Bold pinks against black, with dimensional stars that practically jump off the fabric.

I've always loved the strength of that design. There's nothing quiet or delicate about this pink, and I felt that level of strength warranted an integration into this year's #SewPINK Initiative.

So I'm bringing that original weave back and transforming it into a set of ByAnnie's Drop Zone Pouches!

And yes, I made a woven Drop Zone Pouch for #SewPINK last year, too. Apparently, I have a thing for these pouches. Haha.

Triaxial Fabric Weaving: Creating the Pink Venom Design

For this project, I'm using triaxial fabric weaving, a technique where fabric strips intersect along three different axes to create intricate geometric patterns.

This particular weave creates dimensional stars and cubes using different shades of pink against black. The contrast gives the design its depth, and the shifts in color make the shapes practically move across the surface.

The weaving and quilting are done, and I've been cutting the panels and playing with coordinating fabrics for the pouches.

I especially love how the geometric pattern changes when the woven panels get divided into the different pouch pieces.

Watch My Original BLACKPINK Pink Venom Fabric-Weaving Video

If you've ever wanted to learn how I created this weave, I filmed the original process back in 2022!

How to Turn a Fabric Weave Into a Sewing Project

Making the weave is only half the fun! One of the questions I get most often is what to do with a woven panel once it's finished.

I also have a newer tutorial that I didn't have when I made last year's #SewPINK pouch. This video shows how to take a finished fabric weave and prepare it for sewing into something else.

So if you've been wanting to try fabric weaving but weren't sure what happens after the weaving part, I've got you!

A Creative Detour: Meet Winston

Because apparently working on multiple Drop Zone Pouches wasn't enough, I also decided to spend some of my creative time working on a blob kit with my daughter.

And this is Winston.

I mean, look at him. 😂

It's been really fun having something completely different to work on together. Sometimes I want to weave, sometimes I want to sew, and sometimes I want to sculpt a ridiculous little creature named Winston.

All of that is creative time, and I'm learning to appreciate it wherever I can find it.

Supporting Cancer Awareness Through #SewPINK

I've participated in ByAnnie's #SewPINK Initiative for years, and I appreciate how they've continued expanding the conversation beyond breast cancer awareness in October to cancer awareness and support throughout the year.

The #SewPINK Initiative's mission is to raise awareness, promote screenings, foster community, and support cancer research throughout the year.

Efforts culminate in an annual blog hop during October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but our commitment to cancer awareness and support continues year-round.

To learn more and see the calendar of events, visit ByAnnie.com/SewPINK.

[ADD 2026 #SewPINK BLOG HOP CALENDAR IMAGE]

Cancer Research, Donations, and Screening Resources

Awareness is important, but so is what we do with it. Here are a few ways to turn that awareness into action:

• Support ByAnnie's #SewPINK Fundraiser: Donate to the American Cancer Society through ByAnnie's fundraising initiative.
• Breast Cancer Research Foundation: Learn about and support research into breast cancer prevention, treatment, and outcomes.
• American Cancer Society Screening Resources: Learn about cancer screenings and talk with your healthcare provider about what's appropriate for you.

You can also check in on someone you love, help someone navigate access to care, or simply make space for conversations that matter.

Finishing My Woven Drop Zone Pouches: To Be Continued!

I'll be updating this post with the finished Drop Zone Pouches and more of the process this weekend.

In the meantime, you can revisit last year's #SewPINK Woven Drop Zone Pouch, too.

And if you're working on something that isn't finished yet, here's your reminder that the time you've already spent creating still counts.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some nails to do, pouches to finish, and a Winston to attend to. 😂

Happy making!

Mathew Boudreaux | Mx Domestic