Origami Drawstring Bag

I made a new bag on Sunday. I was tempted to go out and buy stuff I didn't really need so I decided that I should make something to make that need-to-spend feeling go away. On Saturday night I came across this awesome little bag and knew I wanted to make my own. I was actually going to buy a pattern from Etsy, but I decided to search for a free pattern instead. I found this Origami Drawstring Bag pattern by Mai.

The front and the back looks the same. 

Inside the outside pockets. 

My tatting supplies are making themselves at home. 

Inside the bag. 

Drawstring action. Love it! 

I hope you enjoyed my pictures. Big thanks to Mai for sharing her easy pattern.

Patti 

Green Bag Lady & Betz White

Woo hoo! I won a bag made by Green Bag Lady using Betz White's organic fabric line - Stitch. I usually don't win giveaways and sweepstakes, but you know that saying? It went something like "You don't win if you don't play." I'll play if it's for FREE!

It's here! Thanks Green Bag Lady!

Pretty! It's simple, but still a great tote bag.

My bag is #20664.

Betz White's fabric from www.robertkaufman.com.

Sunday Shares - 6.24.12

What a busy weekend! Chris's childhood friend, Eric, and his wife, Debbie came over on Saturday. We were puppy sitting their Cockalier, JB, while they attend a wedding that night. We had lunch at the Feisty Greek and then parted ways. Chris and I went to Walmart to pick up a new toy for the boys and JB. I ended up with new fabric, of course.

Pretty flowers, fabric from Walmart.

I spent all Saturday afternoon and night making a bag for Debbie. Once I had something in mind, I'll work like a mad woman to finish it. I found a great list of tote bags at Tipnut - 45+ Free Tote Bag Patterns and Tutorials. I used Very Purple Person's Reversible Bag pattern. There was a good tutorial on how to make the bag. If only I was diligent at reading instead of watching Breaking Pointe, I would have saved myself the issues I encountered later that night. I also had enough time to make a matching purse. I'm so pleased on how it came out.

Tada! Reversible bag.

A matching purse. I used a 7" zipper for this one.

 On Sunday, we all went to Boston's Chinatown for dim sum at the Empire Garden Restaurant. Sooo good! Afterwards we went for a walk in the Boston Common and the Boston Public Garden. It was a beautiful day with a lovely breeze.

A swan making her nest near the pond.

Swan boats.

Debbie, Chris, and Eric taking in the site of swans, ducks, and swan boats.

 Later that day after Chris and I got back from IKEA, I ended up at Joann Fabrics. It happens quite often. I picked up some linen fabric and cute flower patterned fabrics. I have a thing for flowers.

Our little Dragon Trees from IKEA.

New fabrics to add to the bin.

 That's all from today's Sunday Share.

Downton Abbey and Crafts Night

I just wanted to post a quick update before I start my Downton Abbey, season 2 marathon. :)

On Sunday, Chris and I went to see Cirque Du Soleil's Totem in Boston. Chris bought tickets to celebrate my birthday and it was opening night. It was my first time seeing a Cirque show live... yay! While there I got to show off my new tote that I made a few hours before we left the house.

Our seats at Cirque Du Soleil Totem.

Photo shoot during intermission.

New tote bag I made that day.

 Today I got my zippers in the mail! I ordered 100 assorted 7" zippers. I plan on making a lot of bags and skirts with these babies. Can't wait. Look at the pretty colors!

Zippers from Zip It's Etsy shop.

As for tonight, I will be relaxing in front of the tv with my knitting and crocheting books I borrowed from the library yesterday. I might even knit or crochet. Wait and see!

My reading list and movie for the night.

Pretty Fabric

I went to Joann Fabric the other day and couldn't help myself. I bought some new fat quarters with cute prints! I want to make little purses for my mom to sell at the next big temple event. I'll post up some pictures of the projects as I make them. What do you think?

Top view of the prints

Group shot

Flower patterns

Flowers and geometric patterns

Birdie patterns

Flower Power Shoulder Bag

Today I wanted to share my new bag that I made two weeks ago. I'm always on the look out for cute and simple bags to wear when I'm out walking the dogs. It's big enough to hold my wallet, keys, phone, and other small items. There's also a zippered pocket in the front for easy access to cards or little bits of doggie treats. Here's it is!

I bought the fabric from Joann Fabrics. It is a home decor fabric.

Hanging up on a hook.

I used Butterick pattern B5728.

Source: butterick.mccall.com via Patti on Pinterest

Apples and Pears Bag

I love how this bag came out. I used the pattern from Simplicity 2205. Here's some pictures of the before and after.

In the midst of sewing my bag together.

Caution: I'm learning to sew in a straight line. It's very hard.

Pockets! I love pockets.

Source: simplicity.com via Patti on Pinterest