Sew Spoiled blog is hosting a sew-along for her Weekender Tote pattern through the month of May (pattern still available free on her blog!). I'm a little ahead of the pack and finished my bag last weekend. It's wonderful as a hip tote or would make a fantastic diaper bag by adding another pocket. I added a burnt flower corsage and think it's great! On the inside, I also added a little loop to hook my keys on. No more searching for keys!
I did encounter a few problems in my sewing; possibly my error in cutting but I thought I had them all cut correctly. These were minor issues and no problem for intermediate sewers to remedy.
- Top band was too large for my pleated panels. I had to cut off about 2 inches, then it matched well.
- Lining top was smaller than my outer bag top, so I trimmed down the outer bag to make them fit nicely.
-Bottom panel: Just a pet-peeve of mine, but I do not like sewing bag bottom panels. I find it difficult to get the corners crisp without folds or rounding. I would much prefer to add 2 inches to the length of the main panels and add gusset corners like I did in Mama's Ruffle Shoulder Bag (example below). The separate bottom panel does allow you to add a contrasting fabric on the bottom if you choose, but for me gussets are faster and easier.
I would recommend this pattern for intermediate to advanced sewers. If you've sewn a handbag before you will do fine, but this could be confusing or intimidating for a newbie. Instructions were good and the pictures helpful. This is a wonderful free pattern, so get it while you still can! Other Sew Spoiled patterns are available at her Etsy shop Sew Spoiled. Her ladybug bags are darling and I really like the Mommy & Me backpacks. More for my Wish List!
I'm on to my next sew-along , {Make} A Bag Sew Along. Looks like fun!
Photo from Make blog
10 comments:
very cute, looks like you did a really nice job. I like your fabric choices!
Love the black and white since those are my wardrobe staples. Can't sew very well but I do want to try and make some totes. Yours turned out beautiful!
Very striking! Good fabric choices.
Kathy
Now I can make a bag for me, too! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for stopping by Ordinary Inspirations and entering the giveaway.
I'm now following your blog :-)
Great idea adding a loop for your keys! Just what I need.
Thanks for showing us your great bag! I loved the colors you used and the hints on the pattern. It turned out so cute!
The bag looks great and i need to get started on mine ASAP will try on work on this soon!
Mayya @ Sew Chic and Unique
I have this pattern and I cant wait to make it! Thank you for showing yours!!
I love totes and this one is adorable.
Thanks for the tut.
I came here via Weekend Wrapup blog party. Hope you can stop by and see me sometimes over at Pittypat Paperie.
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