Let me show you my new handbag, which I think is my favorite handbag ever.
Pattern: Upsized Buttercup Bag, by Made by Rae
Fabric: Scrap bundle from A Stitch in Dye, similar to this one for sale, and brown corduroy with a blue background, from JoAnn Fabrics a few years ago
Modifications: I lengthened the bag by about 2 inches, I added a zipper to the top and inside pocket, and I added a front pocket
This pattern was easy to use, and I love the bag that I have! I've made (and used) enough handbags to know exactly what I want now. In addition to an attractive bag with nice fabrics, I want a front pocket for my cell phone, an inside pocket, and a way to find my keys easily. For the keys, I added these.
Two ribbons (or bias binding, to be exact) attached to mini-carabiners, and sewn on the inside of my bag close to the opening. I clip in my keys, and they're easy to find when I need them!
I couldn't find my fusible interfacing, so I fused some canvas to the lining to give the bag a little support. The lining is a pink and orange batik that's been in my stash for awhile.
The fabrics from A Stitch in Dye are just as beautiful in person as they are in her photos. I think this bag was a great way to showcase them! Her book is on my wishlist, and I'm looking forward to its release date.
Oh, I love this bag!
cuuuute!
Posted by: Kelly | September 17, 2009 at 07:33 AM
I love it too!
Posted by: Kim | September 17, 2009 at 09:45 AM
i love it...i might have to try to make one...in my "spare time"
Posted by: Sara | September 17, 2009 at 10:47 AM
I love this bag too! Nice job - it looks professional!
Posted by: stacey | September 17, 2009 at 09:45 PM
Fabulous! And very Kristy-like. I love it!! :)
Posted by: Candace:) | September 18, 2009 at 10:29 AM
OMG, I want one. How much? LOL
Posted by: Jamisyn | September 21, 2009 at 04:55 PM
I think it's my favorite hand-sewn handbag I've seen!
Posted by: Mildawg | September 27, 2009 at 12:31 AM
Very pretty! It's also practical, which is often not the case with handmade handbags.
Posted by: Brenda | October 05, 2009 at 04:32 PM
This is just great! Will be much used.
Rima
www.yarnydays.com
Posted by: rima aranha | October 07, 2009 at 10:56 AM
What a fab bag!! I feel encouraged to try and pick sewing back up! :D Many Kudos to you!
Posted by: Dwan | October 14, 2009 at 10:48 AM