At 10.00pm the evening before Clare’s birthday, I suddenly remembered that I hadn’t finished making one of her birthday presents. I’d barely started. It has been cut out, waiting for me to sew it up, for about two months. Since it’s an awfully long time before next Christmas or her next birthday, I launched myself at the sewing machine and had this bag finished and myself in bed before midnight.
The pattern is by Jodie and was published in Patchwork & Stitching, Vol 8 No 12. It’s very simple – a tote bag variation – but it has the nicest details with the shape, tulle “skirt” and button, and it’s fully lined. A delightful pattern Jodie!
I’ve had this fabric in my stash for a little while just waiting for a project like this. The button and trim are vintage. Tulle from Spotlight.
Clare loves her bag! We’ve been in to see the Fairies at the Fitzroy Gardens this morning, and she carried it with her the whole time. Thanks for the lovely birthday wishes. Clare had a really marvellous day – the morning’s party was perfect. Hubby did a magic show for the kids, they played pass the parcel, tunnelball, had a dance party in the garage, did a craft activity, and generally had an absolute ball. She even had her best friend stay for a sleepover last night. Oh, to be a six year old!
I’m also very excited – I’m off to Ballarat tomorrow morning for the Blogmeet! I’m catching the train so I’ll have plenty of crochet time there and back, and I’m going on my own for some much needed Lara time. I am so looking forward to finally meeting these gals “in real life” – since I already feel that they are old friends.
Jody said
That is so sweet, well done! I enjoy your work.
Handmade said
That is just THE sweetest bag I’ve ever seen! Is it still possible to get the pattern? You are a prolific blogger and sewist (not to mention the hooking!) and hubby is a magician……!…… I’m in awe!
Sue Whitaker said
I am keen to have the pattern as well,but haven’t been ableto track down the magazine yet…is there any other way toget it?
Kristie said
Fabulous! Oh I wish I was given one of those when I was a little girl!
Ylana said
Oh my! What a gorgeous little bag. When i first saw it i thought it was a cute little halter tutu… then i looked closer and saw they were actually straps. GREAT work!
linda said
oh it is sooooo pretty lucky Clare clever you!!!
ayearofgames said
How cute! That’s perfect! I love the fabric and the variation on a simple tote bag. You have really nice attention to detail
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Belinda Weir said
Ooo..how exciting to go to the blogmeet. Have lots of fun!
Su said
Wow, so pretty! I only wish I could produce something like that….
Melanie said
What a lovely bag. Clare must be so pleased with it. Perfect choice of fabric.
Pauline said
Happy birthday Clare! That is the sweetest little bag, I know some BIG girls who would love one.
Abby said
gorgeous!! well done!
Carolyn said
That bag is just too adorable!!!
Holly said
This is easily the sweetest bag I’ve ever seen for a little girl! And the fabric suits it perfectly.
It was so great to meet you yesterday! I had a lovely time and hope we can all catch up again soon!
~Holly
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Julia Reedy said
That is the cutest bag I’ve ever seen. I have 4 little grandaughters who would love to have one like it!!!!! I make children’s clothes, mostly, along with other stuff too. Would love to share ideas with you. julia
peppermintpatcher said
I just love the bag. It is the perfect gift for a little girl!
handmaiden said
wow, that is so unusual and perfect for a 6 year old……..glad the day went well and have been reading yr posts though no time to comment
sharon