I have been trying to find the "perfect" fabric for this bag for several months now, as I had something in mind that I thought would work. Not being able to locate anything I thought was suitable, I decided to search my stash and came up with this combination of fabrics. The only reason I used the striped fabric for the tab was because I didn't have enough of the main bag fabric, but I think I like it just as well.
I used Soft & Stable in the body of the bag rather than the fusible fleece the pattern recommends. I wanted it to stand up and it does. It also serves to keep it wider at the top of the bag since it's stiff. It's perfect. I did use the recommended fusible fleece on the tab and in the handles. This was my first time installing a magnetic snap and it was a snap! :))
The only thing I would do different if I made it again would be to interface the "sleeves" that the tubular frame fits through. They seem flimsy the way they are, but they do work.
It's a fun and easy bag to make!
Take care,
9 comments:
I like it...it looks like a great bag! :0)
I love the bag and especially the Nadelstern fabric!
Gorgeous bag, beautiful fabric and I love how it opens up nice and wide.
Not only great fabric, but great fabric placement! I love that you centered the design on the bag, and I agree that the striped closure works as a contrast. Congrats on another great bag completion!
Very nice. Perhaps you should rename your blog--from the "Bag lady"--never.
What a wonderful bag. I don't think I could just use it for knitting, it would have to go out with me. The fabric is gorgeous.
Ali xx
Like it.It`s stunning!!
This looks so fun and pretty , as well as being functional, for your knitting bag! Where did you get your frame for this pattern, by the way?
Susie
This is gorgeous!! I have one of those metal frames and have been meaning to make a bag with it! Now I am inspired! =)
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