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Patchwork Purse

27th May 2009

Patchwork Purse

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I have actually finished some sewing in recent weeks, in between all the chaos that seems to be our current schedule! I saw this fabric when I was in Paducah, KY in April and knew I just had to make a purse from it.

I cut 52 2 1/2″ squares of 100% quilt quality cotton fabric and machine pieced them all together to form the front, back and sides of this purse. The bottom is crafted from the same fabric as the lining and straps, while the pockets coordinate with the top band of fabric. I machine quilted the bag with a layer of soft cotton batting which provides excellent support for the bag. There are multiple interior pockets, including one with a flap to keep thing extra secure.  For even more security, I added a coordinating button and closure.

This fabric purse measure approximately 10″ tall x 10″ wide (at the bottom) and 4″ deep. I am selling this bag for $45, plus $5 shipping anywhere in the US.

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  1. 1 On May 27th, 2009, laane said:

    Absolutely wonderful.
    The new owner will be very happy to have it.

    posted on May 27th, 2009 at 5:53 pm

  2. 2 On May 27th, 2009, Karen said:

    Beautiful!

    posted on May 27th, 2009 at 8:07 pm

  3. 3 On May 27th, 2009, Sue said:

    Beautiful fabric! Great job on the purse, I love the colors. :)

    posted on May 27th, 2009 at 10:20 pm

  4. 4 On May 28th, 2009, Roz said:

    That’s a gorgeous purse! I love the summery colors!

    Best wishes,

    Roz

    posted on May 28th, 2009 at 6:20 am

  5. 5 On May 28th, 2009, lynne said:

    Laane, Karen & Sue – Thank you all for your kind words!

    posted on May 28th, 2009 at 8:05 am

  6. 6 On May 28th, 2009, Meghann said:

    WOW, that bag is gorgeous! I simply wouldn’t have the patience to get everything perfect like that…and the colors! Stunning. You did a great job :)

    posted on May 28th, 2009 at 11:27 am

  7. 7 On May 28th, 2009, Theresa said:

    Love the colors and patterns on that fabric! Looks like you put plenty of pockets inside too which is great.

    posted on May 28th, 2009 at 12:12 pm

  8. 8 On May 28th, 2009, Ana said:

    Wow this is amazing. You have a gift.

    posted on May 28th, 2009 at 5:15 pm

  9. 9 On May 29th, 2009, lynne said:

    Mehann – I definitely have to force myself to take the time when I do a project like this one. I’m always anxious to see the finished product!

    posted on May 29th, 2009 at 12:32 pm

  10. 10 On May 29th, 2009, lynne said:

    Theresa – I love lots of pockets, I tend to add more every time I make a new purse!

    posted on May 29th, 2009 at 12:33 pm

  11. 11 On May 29th, 2009, lynne said:

    Thank you Ana, you are so sweet!

    posted on May 29th, 2009 at 12:33 pm