This post is part of the series 10 Tips for Better Handmade Bags We love bags with many pockets. Is there something better than a bag with many pockets? YES, a bag with many EXTERIOR pockets! I love to easily find what I need, without opening the bag. Sometimes the pockets are part of the design and they are not only functional. (see this bag and this bag and this bag). No … [Read more...]
Tips for Better Handmade Bags- interior pockets
This post is part of the series 10 Tips for Better Handmade Bags A bag without pockets is a bad idea. Unless it is just a grocery bag, every bag deserves at least one pocket. Inside pockets are something we are happy to stitch in a hurry to finish a bag. Usually we prepare the fabric for pocket, place it on the lining and stitch on three sides. It's not a bad thing but we could do … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Better Handmade Bags
I am writing/making new bag patterns and I am determined to make better bags. All it takes is a little more time and more attention to small details. The reward will be a more beautiful bag that will last longer. We love to make bags because we can make them fit our needs and we can use the favorite fabrics. There are so many creative options use can use to make an unique bag. We love the … [Read more...]
New Raw Edge Applique Quilt and Pattern
Here is my new quilt - "Color Your World'. The center design measures only 26'' and the quilt is 34''. This is a similar design with Windows into my World. This pattern is one of my best selling patterns and I did not expect that, because English paper piecing requires a lot of time! So I thought to design something similar but: - with more blocks and more colors - more complex design - … [Read more...]
A New Hexy Bag
And a surprise I planned with my friend Luminita. I gave the hexagon virus to her some time ago and here is her first project. She stitched the hexagon front and I stitched the bag. A present for one of her friends made out of her first hexagon flowers. I love a few types of interfacing but I love the look and feel of a quilted bag too. I quilted everything on a layer of batting and a … [Read more...]
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