Now for some nitty-gritty. The body and inside are made of Moda Cranberry Wishes charm squares. They are pre-cut 5 inch squares of various coordinating fabrics. They're wonderful for people like me that have difficulty choosing fabrics that "go together" nicely. I had to cut all those squares down to 4 7/8 inches, so I don't know why I didn't find a pattern for straight 5 inch squares. I will next time!
The bag inside and out is quilt "as you go" patchwork. I used an internal stiff interfacing. I think the interfacing was a little too stiff. Next time, I'll choose one that's a little lighter.
All in all, I think I've learned a few things through this sewing process. (I've been denying that I've been sewing these past few months. Quilting is easier if you ask me!) My son H thinks that I should make these bags to sell. I don't think that's an option, given how long it took me to make it!
7 comments:
This is gorgeous! Well done!
It is beautiful. I love it. Great job.
It is gorgeous! So when are you teaching the rest of us?
Leisa, I would be happy to help you guys make one. I was thinking I want to get a pattern I like better, or try and tweak the pattern I used. The bag seems a little too wide, and not thick enough for my taste. Let's work on it after Christmas maybe? I'm working on 2 quilts now, with Christmas as the deadline. : )
I love it! Watch out Vera Bradley...
Tif--I didn't even know who Vera Bradley was until my neighbor (the one I'm teaching to sew/quilt) brought me a VB catalog this weekend. She thinks it will give me more inspiration.
very cute. you are very inspiring how you just tackle a project! I'm hoping to sew a few straight lines to make some simple curtains for a couple of our windows.
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