Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Patchwork Tote Completed

Finally finished the patchwork tote that I started a few weeks ago.  It was all inspired by this post and tutorial by Sherri of Thread Riding Hood.   I love how it turned out.  I love that it actually turned out lol.  I almost lost hope.  Not really a patchwork or quilter, I ran into a few challenges along the way.  I suppose if I would have followed the directions that would have helped.  But no, always have to be a little different and make things much larger, mine finished at 20" wide by 16" tall and is 6" deep at the bottom! I probably shouldn't have been watching Ancient Aliens while I was attempting this either.  I tend to get sucked into that, being a mystic junkie and all.  Back to the bag.  The strips of fabric do not match up exactly on the sides, hence no side view pic.  Somehow I cut one or two strips a tad too wide.  And the grommet holes.  Don't even want to talk about it.  My tote is extra sturdy because I used Annies soft and stable along with interfacing along with a canvas liner.  I know, a little over kill, but hey, sew and learn.  So, it was super thick and I had much cutting out of layers and ended up buying curtain ring things to cover the holes.  All in all, I really love how it turned out and can't wait to fill it up on our next trip.  What do you think?








11 comments:

  1. Adorable tote! I really love the fabrics you chose.

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    1. Thank you Jeanna! I loved the sewing theme fabric and wasn't sure what to do with it! =)

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  2. This is so perfect! I love the stripes and your lining fabric. Thanks for letting me know!

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  3. This is beyond adorable, You Rock!

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  4. LOVE your big grommets, Shelly! I need to try putting a zipper in the top of a bag. Any good pattern suggestions?

    beckyredbarn

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    1. Becky Red Barn you crack me up! =D Thank you for the compliment. As far as zipper installation goes I will love to suggest my very own pattern! You can find that on the right side bar of this blog by clicking on my Etsy Shop and the pdf pattern (20% all purchases through the 18th with coupon code MOM20) or click on My Patterns on Craftsy. Or of course you could always head on over here http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/sewing/accessory/peek-a-boo-traveler-pattern-with-bonus/83921?ext=craftlet-pattern This is a simple tutorial for zip pouch found on www.allfreesewing.com Hope that helps!!

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    2. Oooops....sorry...this is the correct link for the zipper tutorial on All Free Sewing http://www.allfreesewing.com/Basics-and-Tutorials/Simple-Zipper-Tutorial

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  5. Great bag! I love the fabrics you used. The grommets look great on there, too.

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    1. Thank you Kimberlee! Those grommets...arrg Lol :)

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