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PDF Pattern - The Puffy Pleaty Purse

Thanks very much for your kind feedback about this pleated bag.  Here is the pattern for it (as requested by ooodles of you!)  I hope you dig it  :)

 

• The leather handle adds a 1950's touch of 'Grace Kelly' chic to the bag.
• The purse is easily large enough to store your essentials plus sunglasses & compact camera.
• Whilst the pleats and gathers add loads of volume, the purse is still neat & compact.
• Loads of helpful colourful photos and full sized pattern pieces to help make the making fun!

Finished size: 12in (W) x 8in (H) x 1 6/8in (D). (30 1/2cm x 20cm x 4cm).

 

 

**PURCHASE THE PATTERN HERE**
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To purchase the pattern please:

1. Click on the 'Buy Now' box below.
2. A separate PayPal page will open (you do not need a Paypal account) where you will need to enter your payment details.
3. Within minutes of making payment you will receive an email with a web link to the Pattern Download page.  The download takes less than 5 mins. depending on internet connection speed.
4. PLEASE NOTE: the download link will expire after 72 hours from payment or after 3 attempts, which ever event happens first.  This is to help protect my pattern. I hope you understand :) Once you have downloaded the pattern to your computer the pattern will stay on your computer for as long as you like (or until you delete it).
5. Please remember to SAVE the pattern to your computer - so you can use it again and again!

Thank you and I hope you enjoy!

 

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Pattern Information (included in the pattern)

You will need:

• 1 fat quarter fabric and matching thread for Lining & Contrast Band 18in x22in (46cm x 56cm).
• 12in of 22in wide ( 30 1/2cm x 56cm) fabric and matching thread for exterior.
• 1 x 8 1/2in x 3 1/2in (20 1/2cm 9cm) Curved purse frame.
• 1/2 yard (50cm) Woven Iron-on fusible interfacing.
• 1/2 yard (50cm) Thermolam Compressed Fleece.
• 1 x Hook & Poppa Leather Bag Strap.
• 27in (68 1/2cm) trim for the contrast band. See Notes.
• Disappearing fabric marker or chalk.
• Strong fabric glue – we LOVE Gutermann CGHT2 glue.
• Pins.

 

Here are more pics (click on them to enlarge)

How professional does this purse look!  The frame, the handle, the contrast band, the puffy pleats and funky-licious trim all combine to make this one knock-out bag!  Just perfect for weddings, holidays or a jaunty trip to town with the girls.   They really aren't going to believe you made this baby yourself!

She's neat and dainty, but no less practical, because she's roomy.  You'll get the usual wallet, keys phone and lipbalm in there, but with this purse you can also carry your compact camera, small bottle of water and sunglasses too!

 

Have fun chopping and changing your fabric and trims. Why not try satins, light velvets, denim, patchwork, feather boa, dangly trim, braid, crochet lace, ribbon...?

Inside view.

 

 

**PURCHASE THE PATTERN HERE**
Instant download. No waiting and no shipping fee - Yay!

To purchase the pattern please:

1. Click on the 'Buy Now' box below.
2. A separate PayPal page will open (you do not need a Paypal account) where you will need to enter your payment details.
3. Within minutes of making payment you will receive an email with a web link to the Pattern Download page.  The download takes less than 5 mins. depending on internet connection speed.
4. PLEASE NOTE: the download link will expire after 72 hours from payment or after 3 attempts, which ever event happens first.  This is to help protect my pattern. I hope you understand :) Once you have downloaded the pattern to your computer the pattern will stay on your computer for as long as you like (or until you delete it).
5. Please remember to SAVE the pattern to your computer - so you can use it again and again!

Thank you and I hope you enjoy!

 

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©2011 U-Handbag Patterns. Copyright Notes:
You are welcome to hand make items from our patterns for commercial and non-commercial use. We are happy for you to sell items made from our designs on Etsy or market stalls etc. However, permissions for commercial use do not include factory manufacture for mass production and selling. We respectfully ask you to not pass off our pattern designs as your own design and to not reproduce any part of this pattern anywhere. Thanks for your understanding :)

 

PDF Sewing Pattern - Yummy Mummy (& daughter) Purse Frame Purse: £6.95

Finally, finally finished writing up the tutorial and pattern for this twin purse frame!  It's been a long time coming so thanks to all of you who have been so patient with me :)  I hope you think it was worth the wait!

• Purse is large enough to store the iPhone (not included)
• Purse has 2 compartments for easy organising of your essentials.
• Perfect size for your essentials, fits neatly in your hand.
• Loads of helpful colourful photos and full sized pattern pieces to help make the making fun!

Finished size: 6 2/8in(W) x  4in (H) x 6/8in(D). (16cm x 10cm x 2cm).

 

If you'd prefer the Yummy Mummy Kit, they are in the shop here.

 

 

**PURCHASE THE PATTERN HERE**
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To purchase the pattern please:

1. Click on the 'Buy Now' box below.
2. A separate PayPal page will open (you do not need a Paypal account) where you will need to enter your payment details.
3. Within minutes of making payment you will recieve an email with a web link to the Pattern Download page.  The download takes less than 5 mins. depending on internet connection speed.
4. PLEASE NOTE: the download link will expire after 72 hours from payment or after 3 attempts, which ever event happens first.  This is to help protect my pattern. I hope you understand :) Once you have downloaded the pattern to your computer the pattern will stay on your computer for as long as you like (or until you delete it).
5. Please remember to SAVE the pattern to your computer - so you can use it again and again!

Thank you and I hope you enjoy!

 

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Pattern Information

You will need:

•    1 x fat quarter lining fabric 18in x 22in (46cm x 56cm) and matching thread (incl. in kit).
•    1 x 12in square exterior fabric (30 1/2cm) and matching thread (incl. in kit).
•    1/2 yard Med. weight fusible interfacing (50cm) (the fine white interfacing incl. in kit).
•    1 x 12in square Compressed [Thermolam] Fleece (the spongy white stuff incl. in kit).
•    1 x Silver Twin Purse Frame (incl. in kit).
•    1 x yard paper purse frame cord (1m) (incl. in kit).
•    Strong fabric glue – we LOVE Gutermann CGHT2 glue
•    Pins
•    Disappearing fabric marker or chalk

 

 

Here are more pics (click on them to enlarge)

Side view, how cool does all of that shimy metal look?.  The purse comfortably holds your essentials, yet the profile of this purse is neat and tidy.

Open up the purse and you'll find a central partition, which you can move back and forth.  The partition is interfaced nice and firm (so it feels 'proper and professional - if you know what I mean!).

Now you don't have to mix up your lippy with your money!

 

 

This 2-compartment purse looks so proffesh don'tcha think?

 

 

**PURCHASE THE PATTERN HERE**
Instant download. No waiting and no shipping fee - Yay!

To purchase the pattern please:

1. Click on the 'Buy Now' box below.
2. A separate PayPal page will open (you do not need a Paypal account) where you will need to enter your payment details.
3. Within minutes of making payment you will recieve an email with a web link to the Pattern Download page.  The download takes less than 5 mins. depending on internet connection speed.
4. PLEASE NOTE: the download link will expire after 72 hours from payment or after 3 attempts, which ever event happens first.  This is to help protect my pattern. I hope you understand :) Once you have downloaded the pattern to your computer the pattern will stay on your computer for as long as you like (or until you delete it).
5. Please remember to SAVE the pattern to your computer - so you can use it again and again!

Thank you and I hope you enjoy!

 

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©2011 U-Handbag Patterns. Copyright Notes:
You are welcome to hand make items from our patterns for commercial and non-commercial use. We are happy for you to sell items made from our designs on Etsy or market stalls etc. However, permissions for commercial use do not include factory manufacture for mass production and selling. We respectfully ask you to not pass off our pattern designs as your own design and to not reproduce any part of this pattern anywhere. Thanks for your understanding :)

 

Yummy Mummy (& Daughter) Purse Making Kit

Finally, finally finished writing up the tutorial and pattern for this twin purse frame!  It's been a long time coming so thanks to all of you who have been so patient with me :)  I hope you think it was worth the wait!

• Purse is large enough to store the iPhone (not included)
• Purse has 2 compartments for easy organising of your essentials.
• Perfect size for your essentials, fits neatly in your hand.
• Loads of helpful photos and full sized pattern to help make the making fun!

 

 

The Yummy Mummy Kits have just been listed in the shop here.

 

 

Side view, how cool does all of that shimy metal look?.  The purse comfortably holds your essentials, yet profile of this purse is neat and tidy.

Open up the purse and you'll find a central partition, which you can move back and forth.  The partition is interfaced nice and firm (so it feels 'proper and professional - if you know what I mean).'

Now you don't have to mix up your lippy with your money!

 

 

 

 

A separate PDF pattern for this kit (priced at £6.95) will be available for purchase tomorrow. Separate frames will be available later today/tomorrow.  Thanks!

 

PDF Sewing Pattern - The Yum-yum Lunch Tote: in 2 sizes only £5.20

• 2 sizes included: one for you and one for the little ones.
• Pretty and totally practical (with wipe-clean interior).
• Boxy, but still pliable so it's easy to pack.
• Perfect to make as pretty and useful presents.
• Very cute to look at - everyone in the office/class will want one!

This lunch tote pattern is not only very sweet, it's totally practical with it's wipe-clean interior (for a fresh tote everyday!).  The pattern is great value too as you get 2 tote sizes!  I hope you love 'em as much as I do.  The Yum-yum Lunch Tote pattern in 2 sizes available as an instant PDF download. For more info on the pattern design please scroll all the way down...

 
 

**PURCHASE THE PATTERN HERE**
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To purchase the pattern please:

1. Enter the discount code (if you have one) in the box below then click on the 'Buy Now' box.
2. A separate PayPal page will open (you do not need a Paypal account) where you will need to enter your payment details.
3. Within minutes of making payment you will recieve an email with a web link to the Pattern Download page.  The download takes less than 5 mins. depending on internet connection speed.
4. PLEASE NOTE: the download link will expire after 72 hours from payment or after 3 attempts, which ever event happens first.  This is to help protect my pattern. I hope you understand :) Once you have downloaded the pattern to your computer the pattern will stay on your computer for as long as you like (or until you delete it).
5. Please remember to SAVE the pattern to your computer - so you can use it again and again!

Thank you and I hope you enjoy!

 

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The Yum-yum Lunch tote in 2 sizes - Pattern Information

 

Sewing Pattern includes 8 pages of clear step by step instructions with 23 helpful colour photos and full-sized pattern pieces for 2 sizes of pouch.

Small Tote finished size =  11in (W) x 3 1/2in (D) x 5 1/2 (H). (28cm x 9cm x 14cm). Perfect for for little ones or storing snacks.

Large Tote finished size = 12 2/8 (W) x 4 3/8in (D) x 6 in (H).  (31cm x 11cm x15cm).  Perfect for adults.

Materials needed to make EACH TOTE:

•    1 x 1/2 yrd lining fabric (50cm x 56cm) and matching thread.
•    1 x fat quarter exterior fabric 18in x 22in (46cm x 56cm) and matching thread.
•    1 x fat quarter clear plastic vinyl.
•    1 x strip 1in (2 1/2cm) wide x 37 3/8in (95cm) bias binding and matching thread for tote trim
•    1 x strip 6/8in (2cm) wide x 31 1/2in (80cm) bias binding and matching thread for the drawstring ties
•    1/2 yard Iron-on woven fusible interfacing (not needed if using oilcloth for exterior)
•    1/2 yard Thermolam (compressed) fleece
•    Bodkin or loop turner for turning fabric tubes RSO
•    Disappearing fabric marker

Recommended = a walking foot (it'll make things even quicker & easier!)

 

 

Here are more pics:

Child's version. Exterior is made from quilt weight cotton (thought the interior is still wipe-clean).  Choose jolly happy fabrics that will stand out in the school canteen.

 

Adult's version. Exterior is made from Amy Butler oilcloth (from Love range). Highly recommeded becuase it's so supple and therefore easy to sew with.  Bet it won't be long before colleguages will be queing up for a tote like yours...

 

 

 

**PURCHASE THE PATTERN HERE**
Instant download. No waiting and no shipping fee - Yay!

To purchase the pattern please:

1. Enter the discount code (if you have one) in the box below then click on the 'Buy Now' box.
2. A separate PayPal page will open (you do not need a Paypal account) where you will need to enter your payment details.
3. Within minutes of making payment you will recieve an email with a web link to the Pattern Download page.  The download takes less than 5 mins. depending on internet connection speed.
4. PLEASE NOTE: the download link will expire after 72 hours from payment or after 3 attempts, which ever event happens first.  This is to help protect my pattern. I hope you understand :) Once you have downloaded the pattern to your computer the pattern will stay on your computer for as long as you like (or until you delete it).
5. Please remember to SAVE the pattern to your computer - so you can use it again and again!

Thank you and I hope you enjoy!

 

The Yum-yum Lunch Tote Pattern in 2 sizes  = £5.20
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©2011 U-Handbag Patterns. Copyright Notes:
You are welcome to hand make items from our patterns for commercial and non-commercial use. We are happy for you to sell items made from our designs on Etsy or market stalls etc. However, permissions for commercial use do not include factory manufacture for mass production and selling. We respectfully ask you to not pass off our pattern designs as your own creation and to not reproduce any part of this pattern anywhere. Thanks for your understanding :)

PDF Sewing Pattern - Sugar Loaf Pouches in 2 sizes only £5.20

• Cute, boxy (and practical) shape.
• Easy to insert zip.
• You only need 2 fat quarters to make BOTH sizes.
• Perfect to make as pretty and useful presents.
• Clip them to your stroller, your keys, your handbag etc.

 

This pattern is not only pretty and pratical, it's great value too as you get 2 pouch sizes!  I hope you love 'em as much as I do.  Sugar Loaf Pouches in 2 sizes available as an instant PDF download. For more info on the pattern design please scroll all the way down...

 
 

**PURCHASE THE PATTERN HERE**
Instant download. No waiting and no shipping fee - Yay!

To purchase the pattern please:

1. Enter the discount code (if you have one) in the box below then click on the 'Buy Now' box.
2. A separate PayPal page will open (you do not need a Paypal account) where you will need to enter your payment details.
3. Within minutes of making payment you will recieve an email with a web link to the Pattern Download page.  The download takes less than 5 mins. depending on internet connection speed.
4. PLEASE NOTE: the download link will expire after 72 hours from payment or after 3 attempts, which ever event happens first.  This is to help protect my pattern. I hope you understand :) Once you have downloaded the pattern to your computer the pattern will stay on your computer for as long as you like (or until you delete it).
5. Please remember to SAVE the pattern to your computer - so you can use it again and again!

Thank you and I hope you enjoy!

 

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Sugar Loaf Pouches in 2 sizes - Pattern Information

 

Sewing Pattern includes 8 pages of clear step by step instructions with 18 helpful colour photos and full-sized pattern pieces for 2 sizes of pouch.

Small Pouch finished size =  5in (W) x 3 1/4in (D) x 2 6/8in (H). Perfect for compact cameras & gadgets.

Medium Pouch finished size = 6 1/2in (W) x 4 1/2in (D) x 3 1/3 (H). Perfect for cosmetics, notions & stationery etc.

Materials needed to make BOTH pouch sizes.

•    1 x fat quarter lining fabric 18in x 22in (46cm x 56cm) and matching thread.
•    1 x fat quarter exterior fabric 18in x 22in (46cm x 56cm) and matching thread.
•    1/2 yard Iron-on woven fusible interfacing
•    1/2 yard Iron-on fusible med weight fleece
•    2 x 1in (2 1/2cm) metal hook snaps.
•    2 x 12in (30 1/2cm) all purpose nylon zippers
•    Disappearing fabric marker

Recommended = a walking foot (it'll make things even quicker & easier!)

 

Here are more pics

Front view: cute loaft shaped pouch with zip tabs and handy (and secure) snap hook for useful clippy-ness!

The med size stores loads of war-paint/face slap cosmetics, or notions, or tools etc.

 

The sweet small size is perfect for storing a compact camera, or sat nav, or even essentials for a night out.

It also holds the iPhone with room to spare.

 

**PURCHASE THE PATTERN HERE**
Instant download. No waiting and no shipping fee - Yay!

To purchase the pattern please:

1. Enter the discount code (if you have one) in the box below then click on the 'Buy Now' box.
2. A separate PayPal page will open (you do not need a Paypal account) where you will need to enter your payment details.
3. As soon as payment is complete you will be presented with the Pattern Download link page.  The download takes less than 5 mins. depending on internet connection speed.
4. PLEASE NOTE: the download link will expire after 72 hours from payment or after 3 attempts, which ever event happens first.  This is to help protect my pattern. I hope you understand :) Once you have downloaded the pattern to your computer the pattern will stay on your computer for as long as you like (or until you delete it).
5. Please remember to SAVE the pattern to your computer - so you can use it again and again!

Thank you and I hope you enjoy!

 

Sugar Loaf Pouches Pattern in 2 sizes  = £5.20
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©2010 U-Handbag Patterns. Copyright Notes:
You are welcome to hand make items from our patterns for commercial and non-commercial use. We are happy for you to sell items made from our designs on Etsy or market stalls etc. However, permissions for commercial use do not include factory manufacture for mass production and selling. We respectfully ask you to not pass off our pattern designs as your own creation and to not reproduce any part of this pattern anywhere. Thanks for your understanding :)

 

Fortune Cookie Clutch PDF Pattern now available

Just released (after a bit of nudging - soreee and thanks)!    The Fortune Cookie Clutch PDF Pattern (from our purse making kit).

Please find the new purse pattern in my PDF Sewing Pattern Page.

 

  Here's a Fortune Cookie Clutch - bedecked in luscious Amy Butler fabric finery. Cute eh? 

If there are wedding bells or posh nights out in the calendar how about making this clutch in fabric matching silk or satin and perhaps popping on a fabric flower, some pearl beads or even glass buttons for simply divine (yet thrifty) bridesmaid/party purses.  There's a metal loop on the frame to which you can add a chain or fabric strap to the purse - so you don't have to worry about mislaying it during all of the excitement!

 

 

Side view. Lovely puffy 3D shapeliness.

 

Inside view: the clutch is surprisingly roomy. It can store an iPhone for example.

Bottom view.

Thanks  to the unique 'fortune cookie' shape of this purse you won't believe how much you can fit into this cute little clutch. It can hold an iPhone (for example). The pretty frame has secure snap shut lever clasp and there is even a little loop on the frame to which you can add a chain or fabric handle if desired. This clutch would make simply adorable bridesmaid purses.  Try using satins or silk for the purse and why not embellish with some pretty pearl beads, glass buttons or fabric flowers - gorgeous and unique, yet cleverly thrifty!

To make this clutch you will need:

• 5” x 6 6/8” (13cm x 7cm) Cookie purse frame
• A fat quarter of fusible interfacing
• A fat quarter of compressed fleece
• Strong fabric glue
• A fat quarter - 18" x 22" (46cm x 56cm) of lining fabric and matching thread 
• A fat quarter - 18" x 22" (46cm x 56cm) of exterior and matching thread
• Optional - Purse frame paper cord

FOR MORE INFO AND VIEWS OF THE FORTUNE COOKIE CLUTCH PLEASE LOOK HERE.

The Fortune Cookie Clutch PDF Pattern = £6.95
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The Pretty Pinafore Purse Pattern only £4.95.

Hot of the (PDF) press; The Pretty Pinafore Purse PDF pattern is now ready for your downloading perusal and pleasure!  Thanks to everyone who requested this pattern.  I hope you have heapso fun with it :)

Please find the new bag pattern in my PDF Sewing Pattern Page.  

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This roomy bag may look sweet with it's curved top edge, preppy-looking piping, big self cover buttons and natty box pleat, but this bag means business too!  Thanks to it's easy to insert zip closure and handy inner pocket the bag is as secure and practical as it is cute to boot!  

Techniques you'll learn:

• Making and inserting piping
• Inserting a concealed zipper with tab ends
  
• Inserting a box pleat
• Making folded and doubled bag handles.

Finished size: 16in (W) x 12 1/2in” (H). (41cm x 32cm)

 

What you’ll need:

• 3/4 yrd (70cm) Exterior fabric and matching thread

• 1/2 yrd (50cm) Lining fabric and matching thread

• 1 yrd (1m) med weight fusible interfacing 

• 3/4yrd (70cm) fusible fleece 

• 4 x 1 1/2in (38mm) self cover buttons 

• 2 yrds (2m) 1/4in (5mm) wide cotton piping 

• Disappearing marker or chalk 

• 1 x nylon all purpose zipper at least 16in (41cm) long (end to end)

• Pins & a hand sewing needle 

• A piping machine foot (with a groove running underneath) is preferable, otherwise a zipper foot will        also work.

• Ruler

FOR MORE INFO AND VIEWS OF THE PRETTY PINAFORE PURSE PLEASE LOOK HERE.  

The Pretty Pinafore Purse  PDF Pattern = £4.95
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  Click on the pic to enlarge.  'Pretty Pinafore Purse' makers!  From a bag making class I took in May 2010. (See you next year ladies!)

...and the winner of name the Bag Sewing Pattern is...

Sorry for being so late in posting the winner of the latest pattern naming competition.  It's been mayhem behind the scenes.  Lots of brand new stock has arrived (which needs unpacking, photographing and blah), I've got to finish work on the sewing pattern (of this competition), we're trying to buy a house (steee-ressful!) and I've been putting the finishing touches to a freebie purse pattern (more about that very soon).

  Up for grabs in the pattern naming comp was this bag.

Loads of fabby entries as usual.  I think I wore my mouse out scrolling up and down the entries :)  In the end we settled on:

Jennie Traut who suggested:

"Pretty Pinafore Purse! It reminds me of the pretty pinafores that always seemed to accompany my dresses as a little girl!"

Jennie please get in touch with me (at address in top right corner of blog) and we'll organise sending you the Pretty Pinafore Purse after I have finished using it for demo-ing at my bag making workshop (we'll post it to you from the 17th May onwards).

Name the bag sewing pattern - win the bag!!

Hooray finally finished and I'm delighted with her!!  This bag is going to be the newest addition to my paid for PDFs.  It also is going to be used for a bag workshop that I'm holding in May...

  Work that bag baby!  Boobs out and suck tummy in - you're on camera.

  This too cute bag is plenty roomy enough for a book, cardi, water, snacks, and your essentials (phone, keys, money etc.)

Long time readers might recognise this bag from here.  Now, much as I'd like to call this new pattern 'The Gas Bag' I'm thinking that this might cause confusion (and it's not the nicest name, is it really?)

I'm sure you can do a better job of naming the bag pattern - you usually do....

  Front view.  For a sweet summer bag choose romantic fabrics in light frothy colours (as I have done) or for a bag to beat them winter blues, plump for richly coloured wool tweeds or corduroys.

Measurements:

• Width = 16in (40cm)
• Depth = 2 3/4in (7cm)
• Height = 12in (30cm)

I do have a thing for curvey-ness don't I?  This bag has a rounded-off bottom corners and darts to add volume-y shapeliness.  The yoke is trimmed with contrast piping which looks scrummy and it reinforces the bag.

The centre pleat adds interest to the body of the bag and looks pretty darn preppy.  As for the decorative oversized self-cover buttons on the straps?  Well, I just want eat them!  The straps are triple stitched onto  the bag for super-strength.

This bag is secure.  The closure is a concealed top edge zip which has grab-tabs at either end for easy opening and closing.

Undo the zip and inside you'll find a roomy inner pocket.  Add one or two of these pocket to your lining as you wish.  All of the features and techniques on this bag are explained in the instructions on the pattern (except for the self-cover buttons - which are easier to make than sneezing!)

Contest Details (please read carefully)

Okay, hopefully you know the drill by now :)  I'll send the bag featured in this post (which is the 1st working prototype and it is poi-fect!) to one lucky winner.

**UPDATE** I've just remembered I have to keep hold of the bag until 17th May for bag workshop for demo purposes.  Not to worry, I'll keep it in pristine condition for the winner :)

To enter all you have to do is comment on THIS PARTICULAR POST by:

• Picking a name for this PDF PATTERN.  As a couple of pointers I tend NOT to name my items after girls names (such as 'Alice Purse' because IMHO that has little meaning...), instead I tend to lean towards names which in some way describe the item. 
• Please DO NOT focus on the fabric of this bag as this is a pattern only.  Ta!
• Enter as many times as you fancy.

SORRY, THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.

Contest Official-ness :

1. I'll select the winning name in a weeks time - 3rd May and announce the winner the following day-ish.  Good luck!
   
2. I'll need to ask the winner to make a donation for the postage.
   
3. Sorry I can't notify winners, so please keep an eye for the winner announcement.  This is made easier for you if you subscribe to this blog so you don't have to keep checking back, although it's always great to have you pop-in for a read :0)
4. Prizes which are not claimed within 3 weeks of the winner announcement will be carried forward to the next draw.
5. Sorry I can't reply to contest/draw comments, but I do love reading every single one :)

PDF Sewing Pattern - The Get Around Bag

Just finished, my fourth PDF sewing pattern for sale.  I hope you like it.  The Get Around Bag available as an instant PDF download. To see my other PDF patterns please look here.

For more info on the pattern design please scroll all the way down...

**PURCHASE THE PATTERN HERE**
Instant download. No waiting and no shipping fee - Yay!

To purchase the pattern please:

1. Click on the 'Buy Now' button below.
   
2. A separate PayPal page will open (you do not need a Paypal account) where you will need to enter your payment details.
3. As soon as payment is complete you will be presented with the Pattern Download link page.  The download takes less than 5 mins. depending on internet connection speed.
   
4. PLEASE NOTE: the download link will expire after 72 hours from payment or after 3 attempts, which ever event happens first.  This is to help protect my pattern. I hope you understand :) Once you have downloaded the pattern to your computer the pattern will stay on your computer for as long as you like (or until you delete it).

Thank you and I hope you enjoy!

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The Get Around Bag - Pattern Information

Sewing Pattern includes 9 pages of clear step by step instructions with LOADS of helpful colour photos and full-sized pattern pieces (which are US paper size friendly).

Finished size: 15 6/8” (W) x 10” (H). (40cm x 25 1/2”cm)

Materials:

• 3/4 yrd of 44” wide fabric for exterior and matching thread (72cm of 112cm).
• 3/4 yrd Med iron-on fusible interfacing (only needed if using quilt weight exterior fabric) (100cm).
• 3/4 yrd Fleece/med weight wadding.
• 3/4 yrd of 44” wide fabric for lining and matching thread (72cm of 112cm).
• 1 x Gucci style bamboo handle.
• 1 x 6/8” magnetic snap - large (18mm)
• 1 x 1/5” (13mm) bolt snap
•  Disappearing fabric marker or chalk
•  Pins and a stitch ripper

I could well imagine rocking up to a summer picnic with this bag or taking it on holidays.  That said, this pattern would look fab in wools or corduroys for the cooler months. 

Front.  It's a roomy size of 15" x 10" (38cm x 26cm), great for longer trips into town, but is still feminine.  It will comfortably hold a book, a bottle of water, cardi, wallet and camera.  Closure is a flap and mag snap.

Inside is a natty trimmed inner pocket and a key/wallet loop.

Nice rounded shape (yes I know I have a thing for rounded shapes, but I think curvy makes the world go round - see what I did there?)  The bag is double lined with fleece to help maintain it's 3D shape (without it feeling rigid).  I can confirm she feels so nice and squishy by your side.  The handle is wide and long enough to slip over your arm.

Soft Bottom :)

Inside there is smart self-trimmed inner pocket and also a key/wallet hook to deter naughty fingers. I HATE naughty fingers (after my wallet was pinched recently).

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