A couple of weeks ago I had to take a trip to Madison. On the way home I stopped at Nancy's Notions to look for some inspiration or a new idea. I came across a book full of bags by Amy Butler. I LOVE her designs. They are creative and original. Not the same old bag, know what I mean?
Before I buy a book, I have to leaf through it and see if there is more than one pattern I want to make. When I leafed through this book, there wasn't one pattern I DIDN'T want to make!! I felt immediate inspiration!! I wanted to make them all . . . that day.
I finally settled on a pattern called the Fringed Hobo. It was so much fun selecting the fabric for the outside, and I was able to find the lining in my stash. It was really, really fun to make this purse. I do, however, recommend finding a decorator weight fabric. You want this purse to be able to maintain its shape.
I sort of chose things backwards. I found a trim that I really liked, and the selected the fabric to go with the trim. The best I have to choose from is at my local Joann Fabrics store, and the selection there is not exactly primo, but adequate.
What's up next? Well, my sewing room is currently being gutted. My husband is treating me to new paint, flooring and even a Koala Suite!!
Stay tuned for the progress . . .
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