I am super excited to be sharing this finished bag with you all today!!
It was over a month ago when I got lucky & noticed Amanda Jeans request on IG for people to test out her new scrap happy purse pattern. I jumped at the chance & was thrilled when I received it & looked it over. It looked like the perfect bag pattern I'd been in search of!!!
One of the things I did different is use low volume strips I had already cut & leftover from my string quilt (which is still a wip). They are a bit wider than the called for ones but I think it still turned out fabulous! I also cut my batting the length of both pieces & that way I could easily quilt it as if it were one big piece. Really this bag went together so quickly I was almost shocked!
{in progress}
{meet my fabulous new bag in all her glory!!!}
{pockets in the lining & my tag plus a fun sewing tag for added charm.}
{I used so many of my favorite low volume prints in here!}
{magnetic snap closure is perfect for keeping your bag from gaping open.}
I also chose the option of using premade leather bag handles instead of making my own. This was an interesting experience & if you peek inside they are far from perfect, but I'm happy with how it turned out either way. I also have to thank Kristi of the lovely Schnitzel & Boo for helping a girl out & sending me these gorgeous red handles!!! They are so perfect!
And Now for the EXCITING news!!!!!
Amanda has kindly offered a PDF pattern for me to give away to one of readers!
(If you cant wait & just HAVE to have the pattern right now, you can find it here.)
1. Just leave a comment on this post letting me know what you think of the bag!
2.Become a follower for a second chance! or let me know if you already are.
I'll pick the winner next wed. Oct. 16.
Good luck & happy sewing! xKaren