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The Emporia => Access All Accessories => Topic started by: Ploshkin on November 07, 2017, 15:39:43 PM
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Inspired by Leila May (thanks) I have made 2 bags - one for my 13 year old niece and the other for my surrogate grand daughter who is a year younger. I haven't made a bag before so it was all a bit experimental. They're only simple messenger type bags so I didn't use a pattern, I just made it up as I went along. They're 8" x 6" x 2" deep
I had some lovely double sided denim (I think Bodgeit had the same or similar for a top) so they have a deep purple sheen on the main black bit and the reverse on the flaps. The size was dictated by the fat quarters I had for the lining. I've put a pocket inside and an elastic loop to hold a pen - nothing more adventurous. I used invisible magnetic closures but the magnet is a bit weak through the denim. I did somehow manage to get them in the right place so that they close automatically.
Anyway, I'm happy with them for a first attempt and was also impressed that my Pfaff went through 8 layers of denim without any problem.
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They are gorgeous. 0_0
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I agree. Gorgeous. The girls will love them. :loveit: :loveit:
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BEAUTIFUL!!!
Really glorious ... lucky girls!!!
And well done to Leila for inspiring you!!!
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And well done to Leila for inspiring you!!!
Yes - there are some wonderful bags around here!
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I'm impressed, well done.
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They do look lovely. The girls will love them.
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Excellent use of that lovely material 0_0 I wonder how much I have left...
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Oh lovely :)
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I didn't use a pattern, I just made it up as I went along.
Wow, seriously impressed Ploshkin. I'd need the video tutorial as well! The bags are gorgeous.
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Impressive, bet they’ll be really pleased.
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Gorgeous! I do wish I were more motivated to make hand-made gifts as they are just so special. I’m sure the girls will be thrilled with their unique pressies.
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Very nice. I'm sure they will love them.