Sew Crafty Friday

29th February 2008

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I have been so busy over the last couple of weeks that I haven’t sewn a thing. I have a few project in my head and one embroidery project that I’m getting ready to do. That particular project has to be done by next Friday, so I’ll be sure to post pictures as I progress with it, it’s currently in the planning and design stages.

So, for this weeks Sew Crafty Friday meme sponsored by Waiting For Him I have decided to show the bag that is currently under way. It’s actually almost done, I just haven’t had time to get in there and finish it!This is my second jelly roll bag. It’s made from jelly roll strips, fully lined and supported by interfacing to allow it to stand up and not just flop over. I am adding a snap closure to this one. It may be another week or so before I can finish it, but here it is as of today.

Tags: jelly roll bag, meme, sewing

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1 On February 29th, 2008, Terri said:

That is so cute. I love the colors. Good job!

Terri

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posted on February 29th, 2008 at 10:43 am

2 On February 29th, 2008, lynne said:

Thanks Terri! Now if I just had more hours in the day so I could get it finished!

posted on February 29th, 2008 at 11:14 am

3 On February 29th, 2008, Kim said:

I’m so jellous of you. lol I haven’t sewn anything before Christmas and I just can’t seem to get the motivation to dig out my sewing machine again. Maybe your post will be the inspiration I need.

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posted on February 29th, 2008 at 11:26 am

4 On February 29th, 2008, Karen said:

That is so pretty.

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posted on February 29th, 2008 at 12:11 pm

5 On February 29th, 2008, Grace said:

Very pretty Lynne!

posted on February 29th, 2008 at 12:36 pm

6 On February 29th, 2008, mom2fur said:

Thanks for the nice comment on my blog! I guess the dress could be for Easter–but I don’t have a particular child in mind. I just like to sew and this pattern jumped at me, LOL!
I love the jelly roll bag! I’ve heard of these before, but I don’t really understand what is meant by ‘jelly roll.’ At least in this context, not in the Dunkin Donuts sense, LOL!

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posted on February 29th, 2008 at 1:35 pm

7 On February 29th, 2008, lynne said:

Kim - I had to make myself go take a class on making these jelly roll bags to get myself back into sewing!

posted on February 29th, 2008 at 1:50 pm

8 On February 29th, 2008, lynne said:

Karen - Thanks! Just need to finish it!

Thanks Grace! I think you’d like this pattern.

posted on February 29th, 2008 at 1:51 pm

9 On February 29th, 2008, lynne said:

A “jelly roll” of fabric is basically 2 1/2 inch x 44 inch fabrci strips of coordinating fabrics layed on top of each other and then “rolled”. I don’t have a full one or I’d take a picture of it, I’ll have to do that next time.

Anyway, you can use the pre-cut strips to make bags, or quilts or table runners, or many other things.

posted on February 29th, 2008 at 1:54 pm

10 On February 29th, 2008, Jojo said:

You have a very wonderful blog and I like the layout. Beautiful pictures too.

I would to arts and craft. I would to see more of your projects.

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posted on February 29th, 2008 at 9:11 pm

11 On February 29th, 2008, Jojo said:

“I like arts and craft. I would love to see more of your projects.

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12 On March 1st, 2008, Laurie said:

That one is super cute, Lynne! You have a real talent
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posted on March 1st, 2008 at 1:05 am

13 On March 1st, 2008, fatiah said:

So interesting this jelly roll. Expensive? The roll looks so bulky must be many metres of strips. Are the strips all joined together and all strips different patterns? The color is really pleasant.

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posted on March 1st, 2008 at 1:08 am

14 On March 1st, 2008, Chubby Mommy said:

That’s adorable, and so spring-y! I love big bags, too — there’s something very comforting about knowing I’m carrying just about anything I could ever need.

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posted on March 1st, 2008 at 6:39 am

15 On March 1st, 2008, lynne said:

Thanks JoJo! Come back anytime, I try to post pictures of what I’m working on a couple times a week at least.

Laurie - Thanks, that’s very nice of you to say.

posted on March 1st, 2008 at 6:45 am

16 On March 1st, 2008, lynne said:

Fatiah - A jelly roll of fabric is usually between $25-$30 (U.S.), but they contain enough fabric to make 2-3 of these fabric bags or an entire quilt. Of course, if you like cutting fabric (I don’t) you can simply buy yardage and cut your own strips.

posted on March 1st, 2008 at 6:47 am

17 On March 1st, 2008, lynne said:

Thanks Kate - I know what you mean, I hate leaving the house without “everything” I could possibly need. Of course, we ladies always have to haul items for our kids and spouses as well, so I’m not really sure how any woman gets away with carrying a small bag.

posted on March 1st, 2008 at 6:50 am

18 On March 2nd, 2008, LeisaWatkins said:

Love the colors. It’s really fun. Great bag.

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posted on March 2nd, 2008 at 8:44 pm

19 On March 3rd, 2008, Ginny said:

Such cute patterns. Very versatile for spring and summer. Love the ‘jelly roll’ idea. Never heard of it before, but read the comment you posted that explained it. Cool idea.

posted on March 3rd, 2008 at 3:33 pm