Originally Posted by Wunder-Mar

One things that ALWAYS sells at our guild fundraisers (and at the various churches' fundraisers our members sew/quilt for) are small bags - not purses. Best point of all: THES ARE MAJOR SCRAP & STASH BUSTERS. Many people bought these bags to use to put smaller gifts in (such as a gift card or two with candy, or some sewing notions or items everyone could use (rotary cutter blade packs, special thread, marking pencil)

Best selling items' patterns:

1. Stitchin Sisters "SNAP HAPPY"
http://www.ericas.com/sewing/patterns/58951b.jpg
Actually, check out ALL of the "snap" line of patterns; these items close using a metal carpenters tape. The fabric tabs make this especially helpful for seniors and kids who have trouble grabbing/pulling zippers.