Wednesday, October 6, 2010

my new upholstery bag


It's purse week over at a lemon squeezy home. I was thrilled to have an excuse to finally make an upholstery purse.  I've been wanting one for like a year and bought some fabric several months ago. I never made it a priority even though my old purse is falling apart.  So thank you Christie for helping me make this a priority. 




I used the no. 107 Shoulder bag pattern from Sewing With Me. It was my first time buying a pdf pattern and I paid $8. That was a big deal for me, but I really love this fabric and I didn't want to mess it up.  I liked the pattern. I had to make a few adjustments and wish I would have made one more. Still I would recommend this or any of her other cute patterns. 

Did I mention I love this fabric.  I bought it at a warehouse I visit for under $5.  


I added to pockets to the inside. It's the perfect size. Large enough for my wallet, a diaper, wipes and a few other items, but not big enough to lose things in. 

Now that I've posted I'm dying to go use it. 


10 comments:

  1. The purse turned out wonderfully. The fabric is so fun. What a great find. Enjoy!

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  2. Great job! I also Love the fabric choice! so nice and would go well with a lot of things.

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  3. love it! I'm loving purse week, too! :)

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  4. super cute!! I have been meaning to make a new purse for ages! Thanks for some inspiration!!

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  5. Thanks for linking up to A Crafty Soiree! I can see why you are in love with your fabric, I am too! It's just lovely and perfect for fall. Really like the design you picked too. Please come by again next week!

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  6. That fabric is so perfect for a purse. I love the design too. Great work.

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  7. This is adorable-- looks so roomy and yet organized.
    Thanks for joining us at A Crafty Soiree... hope to see you tomorrow

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  8. Wow... that's a great bag... you could tuck in a whole lot of fun stuff in there. The shape is adorable, too... for under $15... awesome! (Man, I wish I could sew!) :)

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