lawn, and various gardening activities, decided it was time to
call it a day outside and go inside where it was cool.
A pattern was calling to me and decided the afternoon
would be devoted to making my "Hailee" bag from
http://loftcreations.blogspot.com. The instructions were
well-written and easy to follow.
Made my bag with a single handle per instructions and
decided I didn't like that. The handle went over the
bag from seam to seam. It pulled/folded from the
edges into the center of the bag. Don't know if my pellon
fleece wasn't strong enough or what. So, unpicked it,
added a second handle and sewed them on the front
and back...much happier! Also, the rick rack
was too big, but I had it and thought it would be ok.
I definitely will make more of these as they are
quick and easy and would make fun gifts. But think I
may add an inside pocket and make the handles
less thick. May add ribbon or some lace in place of
the rick rack. Possibilities are limitless. Also, a great way
to use up those left-over fabrics from projects.
Nola
Hi Nola!
ReplyDeleteYard work never ends does it?! At least we had good weather for it!
I think the bag is so cute - I love the colors, and the ric-rac is adorable! I will have to check out the link and see if it is easy enough for me :0) They would make wonderful gifts . . . my girls would love them!
Hugs,
Barb
That is a pretty little bag and the fabrics you used are so nice.
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Hi Nola, I've admired Stephanie's Hailee Bag since it's conception and have been very tempted to order the pattern. Yours came out beautiful! We are having a week's worth of rain, beginning today, so plan to get a lot of sewing accomplished. I have "a few" UFO's to try to complete before I begin anything else. ~karen
ReplyDeleteI love seeing the fabrics and colors people are using to make Hailee. Great job!!! So glad you like the pattern.
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