I'm not showing any pictures of my WIP on Geraldine's goodies as I want them to be a surprise. But suffice to say I made a lot of headway and hope to get them in the post to her early this week. I already received her doll quilt but will keep the reveal until I can show mine too.
I also managed to get finished my pouch. I had the front and back done last week so it was a case of getting the lining finished and the pouch assembled. For the back, I wanted to do something less structured and traditional patchwork than the front to give a more whimsical look. I played around with lots of different ideas before deciding on this semi-circle of raw edge applique. The quilting was an after thought, to be honest, but I love how it gives a shell shape and how it "ties" at the bottom.
For the lining, I really wanted to do a zip pocket in it, to give a secure storage place for needles, scissors, thimbles etc so that it would be really practical for use for hand-sewing or crochet projects. Finally realising that my brain was not really functioning too well (combination of hormones, back to school this week and a rotten head cold) I decided to go to the expert, and I took out my Bag Making Bible book, where, of course, the ever-reliable Lisa had a set of instructions for exactly what I had in mind.
Hers were for a bigger bag so I did adjust them slightly but they worked perfectly - which was lucky as I didn't have enough of the alphabet fabric for a 2nd try! It gives a nice big roomy pocket, lined in the same Kona Charcoal as the bag exterior. I really like how the alphabet Summersville works as the lining - its a real contrast to the exterior.
Lining successfully done, all I had to do was run up the seams to complete the construction and ta-dah! It was done.
I'm really delighted with this pouch - I love how it is essentially double sided and that it is practical too. I tried to incorporate a lot of things she listed as "likes", so hoping it hits the mark. Its winging its way away from me next week and I hope my partner will love it :-)
23 comments:
What a great bag! I like everything about it and your designs are terrific.
There isn't a chance that your swap partner won't lOVE that pouch. It's perfect and I love the quilting on it. :)
What a lovely make - you'll have a chuffed partner for sure (if I don't intercept the posty!) x
Your bag is stunning. I love having a zipper inside the bag. Great patterns and fabrics.
Your partner would be extremely hard to please if they didn't LOVE this! I agree, its perfect!
Such a gorgeous pouch. I love the designs on both sides of it! What a fun fabric for the lining too =D
It`s super cool!!
So pretty - love both sides and the colourful stitching!
I Love your pouch!!! Sooo pretty!!!!
Just gorgeous, Sarah. Your partner will love it
I think I told you on IG...but I love this pouch!
such a pretty pouch, I so love the addition of the pocket!
Very nice indeed!
Absolutely amazing! Your partner is so lucky.
Yay for finishes!
It's beautiful! I can't decide which side I like best. Lisa Lam's pocket making pattern is brilliant, I use it all the time and just adjust it for the size pocket I want. You'd think I'd be able to do it without the pattern by now, the amount I've made, but I can't!
You SHOULD be delighted - it's beautiful!!
It is just beautiful!
You have left your partner no choice - she will have to love it! Can't go wrong with Lisa's advice! A perfect pouch indeed!
Fabulous!!!
I love your pouch, especially how the inside is light in color. Thanks for sharing.
I love the little pouch. These would make great gifts for all my crafty friends, and even just to drop into a larger bag. I enjoy your blog and your projects, and I follow you on Facebook.
Took the pouch that you made for me to my Modern Quilt meeting today . Had my WIP in it and everyone was commenting on how much they loved it . It definitely was a hit ! And they loved how it was lovely on both sides .
Thank you Sarah
Love Gina x
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