May 18, 2006
sewing!
I may have caught the sewing bug.
This is the start of Amy Butler's nappy bag, a cute bag with a fluid shape that can certainly work as a purse.
The fabric is from Purl patchwork. The green stripe is for the exterior and there is a swirly brocade-ish printed cotton in matching green for the interior. It seems like this is backwards, the showy print should go on the outside, right? but I like the idea of a preppy striped bag.
So far some fabric is cut out. It takes a while to cut out fabric! I am making a couple small changes - there is supposed to be a cell-phone pocket on the outside, but I am putting that on the inside instead. Also adding an interior cord for my keys (how else would I find them?) and a magnetic snap for the closure.
Sewing is like a whole new realm of possibilites. My real goal is the weekender bag, something like one of these lovely bags. Let's see how this one goes first...
Comments (25)
Oh yeah, I caught it too, don't tell anyone. I ordered the pattern for the weekender bag the other day....
Posted by carolyn | May 18, 2006 9:31 AM
Posted on May 18, 2006 09:31
Oh yes I am excited to see this! I too want to "have" not really sew a weekend bag, but the ones you posted make me think I should give it a shot!
I wish I could at least see this purl patwork store i keep hearing about!
Posted by Joelene | May 18, 2006 9:45 AM
Posted on May 18, 2006 09:45
i'm also using a simpler amy's pattern as a training bag for the weekender bag. it's almost a must!!
so glad you are finally sewing!
Posted by blossom | May 18, 2006 10:00 AM
Posted on May 18, 2006 10:00
I think the "sewing bug" is contagious, I hear it's going around! I also have been stricken. Good luck on your project.
Posted by Erica B. | May 18, 2006 10:05 AM
Posted on May 18, 2006 10:05
OOoh! I love that bag- the fabric is awesome, too. I'm starting my first sewing project this weekend (with the help of my mom!).
Posted by Annie | May 18, 2006 10:22 AM
Posted on May 18, 2006 10:22
I think I may have that bug too. After seeing all of the lovely bags on sew? I knit, I bought patterns for Nappy, Swing, Madison and the Weekender. I decided to start with the Nappy bag too, but I got my fabric from Hancock, www.hancocks-paducah.com. You should check it out, the Amy Butler fabric is on sale.
Posted by Liz | May 18, 2006 10:23 AM
Posted on May 18, 2006 10:23
Oh how fun! I think I may be catching it to, but it may be an expensive bug seeing as how I don't own a sewing machine . . . yet.
Posted by Jessica | May 18, 2006 11:12 AM
Posted on May 18, 2006 11:12
Heeheehee. Welcome to the dark side. I love the green stripe and the nappy bag. I have a suggested modification on the pockets for you to consider.
Posted by Stephanie | May 18, 2006 11:19 AM
Posted on May 18, 2006 11:19
Cool fabric!! Yes, it does take awhile to cut it, huh? I'm sure your bag will turn out lovely!
Posted by caitlyn | May 18, 2006 11:22 AM
Posted on May 18, 2006 11:22
Ooo... I have always been curious about the nappy bag, such an interesting design. One note...sewing can be very addicting (i.e. fabric purchases). You can now start making knitting bags for all your knitting projects!
Posted by quenna | May 18, 2006 11:56 AM
Posted on May 18, 2006 11:56
Heh heh.. *evil smile* Welcome! Your bag is going to look great. That's also on my "to-sew" list and your modifications sound great. This is going to come out a winner!
Posted by Angela | May 18, 2006 1:27 PM
Posted on May 18, 2006 13:27
uuh, Purl Patchwork is fast becoming my Holy Grail, I hope she puts up an online store soon! I love that stripey fabric and it makes a whole lot more sense to have the cellphone pocket in the inside. I bet you're gonna accumulate fabric stash in no time ;-)
Posted by Steph | May 18, 2006 1:30 PM
Posted on May 18, 2006 13:30
I crave the Weekender too. My sewing skills are definitely not up to snuff.
Posted by Jessica | May 18, 2006 1:39 PM
Posted on May 18, 2006 13:39
i've had my pattern for the weekender bag staring at me for awhile, but i haven't picked out the fabric yet. i just hope my sewing machine will survive all the thick fabric!
Posted by melissa | May 18, 2006 3:25 PM
Posted on May 18, 2006 15:25
Have you seen Elli's version of the bag? It is amazing. http://www.elliphantom.com/2006/05/finished_weekender_travel_bag.html and you will find it. It made me buy the pattern.
Posted by Marie-Louise | May 18, 2006 3:48 PM
Posted on May 18, 2006 15:48
Harumph. You're spreading the bug. I want that weekender, too! Time to get a refresher sewing course.
To think that I could make the bag I want. O.o This has distinct possibilities for my luggage loving self.
Posted by freecia | May 18, 2006 4:29 PM
Posted on May 18, 2006 16:29
welcome to the club! I love the weekednder too.
Posted by erin | May 18, 2006 5:58 PM
Posted on May 18, 2006 17:58
The sewing bug is highly contagious, eh? I love the nappy bag pattern...can't wait to see how your turns out! I love the unconventional stripes...
Posted by Elli | May 18, 2006 7:13 PM
Posted on May 18, 2006 19:13
Heheheh, so you've finally caught it. Pretty addictive stuff. You'll see.... It's great!
Nice fabric you picked out for the bag, too.
Posted by maritza | May 18, 2006 10:05 PM
Posted on May 18, 2006 22:05
Lol, I've just got into sewing recently too. Can't wait to see the finshed bag.
Posted by Rain | May 19, 2006 4:37 AM
Posted on May 19, 2006 04:37
What a cute bag! I thought for sure this was another of your baby things for the potential baby in the future. Amy Butler is so crazy talented.
Posted by Sarah | May 19, 2006 10:04 AM
Posted on May 19, 2006 10:04
Very cute bag!
Posted by Lolly | May 19, 2006 11:04 AM
Posted on May 19, 2006 11:04
Thanks for the link to the Nappy Bag pattern. I've been looking around at diaper bags and not being thrilled with what's out there (or the price tags on the really cute ones), so I think I'll be sewing this one instead.
Posted by cari | May 19, 2006 2:50 PM
Posted on May 19, 2006 14:50
Looks like your making great progress. Wish I was there to help. Like the idea of the cell phone pocket on the inside, but think it would be fabulous if this bag could be reversible.
Posted by Mom | May 20, 2006 12:53 PM
Posted on May 20, 2006 12:53
I have never sewn in my life (well a pencil case at school when I was 8) and, just from seeing your bag and looking at those weekend bags I am toying with the idea of getting a sewing machine... You are a bad influence!
Posted by Amelia | May 22, 2006 2:47 AM
Posted on May 22, 2006 02:47