Purse Challenge

It's finished! I know, I know another purse, surprise. This was for the Pattern Review Challenge

The pattern used was McCalls M4400 McCall's Fashion Accessories.

Pattern Description:Bags, Hat and Accessories

Pattern Sizing:No size

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? It did look like the photo

Were the instructions easy to follow? The instructions were easy to follow. I had to read one step twice before I had that AHA moment when sewing the gussetts of the lining.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I didn't like the hand sewing when it came time to attach the lining to the purse.

Fabric Used: I used a quilted fabric from Joanns. The handles were made from a UFO that was still on my machine. The fabric kind of looks like suede.

Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: I didn't make any changes this time. If I make it again, I will add more pockets to the inside.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?Maybe, I think that my mom would like it.

Conclusion: Overall, a really cute purse and I like the look of the handle on the side. It's not just your usual tote bag.

So I Really Want to Sew

I know that it's still winter, but ya know, I really want to sew some of my spring pieces. I know, I know, I can if I want to, but, if I make it now, I'll want to wear it now! Sad, I know. I did get a few patterns a few weeks ago and I still have some patterns that are lingering from last year that I would love to make. Maybe I'll get my butt in gear and do some sewing. I am a part of the Pattern Review Challenge for purses (of course), so I have been sewing. I hope to have that done soon. Until then,

Happy sewing!!

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!!!

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!!

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SIS!!!!

Letter to Hankcock Fabrics

Dear Hancock Fabrics:

Now last week, I came to the store b/c you had Butterick patterns on sale for $1.99. BUT, you didn't have the Spring catalog in. TODAY, one week later, you have Butterick patterns on sale for $4.99 each AND, it just so happens that the Spring catalog was in. What's up w/ that??

Now, you know that I cannot resist temptation, so I had to get
and


Thanks for being an enabler.

Sincerely,

Happy sewing y'all!!

Do you remember this one???

Takes you back to New Jack City!!!

What a Bummer!!!

So I ran, okay, drove to my local Hancock's Fabrics to scoop up the latest Butterick patterns b/c they were on sale for $1.99 each, limit 10. As you can see, no luck!!! They didn't have the Spring catalog out. I wasn't very happy, but I did manage to get some linen that was on sale at 50% off and stocked up on some thread as well as this was also 50% off. I'm trying to add more color to my rather bland closet, so one of these will be come a skirt. Well, I guess I'll have to wait and see what Joann's has to offer. Hope you had better luck!!!

Happy sewing!!