Friday, 4 January 2013

First finish of 2013

I have finished my quilted tote bag and I am delighted with it.

The bag has great structure as it is squashy yet firm due to the QAYG method. The pattern was clearly presented, with the exception of the inner pocket. If I were to make this bag again I would go ‘off piste’ when it came to the pockets. I think that I am in love with this bag.
Quilted tote
Quilted tote

I have been photographing it in various locations with my new camera, but then I couldn’t decide what photos to upload. I have therefore made a mosaic of my shots as I didn’t want to delete any. 
Quilted tote
So what should I make next? I need to make my elder son a quilt for his 18th birthday which is just over 4 weeks away. I have never made a quilt in such a short time span so I need to get going on it. Unfortunately (or fortunately as I love their company) school is not back until Tuesday so I might do another small project whilst I wait. If I can get some time on my own it may be possible to squeeze in some preparation and cutting out. I will have to wing that one.
Fabric selection for birthday quilt

Di x

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17 comments:

  1. Archie The Wonder Dog4 January 2013 at 17:27

    I love your bag! Have fun with the birthday quilt, the fabrics are lovely!
    P.S. Wonderful photos!

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  2. Liz DandeliondD4 January 2013 at 17:45

    Wow the tote turned out so fantastic.
    That pattern is looking very enticing now.
    I love all the pics too.

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  3. Canadian Abroad4 January 2013 at 18:16

    Seriously gorgeous tote. I love the fabric choices and the quilting.

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  4. Fiona @ Poppy Makes4 January 2013 at 18:37

    I think I am in love with your bag!

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  5. Isisjem4 January 2013 at 19:20

    Bag looks Brilliant!

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  6. heart of charnwood4 January 2013 at 19:22

    Great tote, and very nice photos, well done! : )

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  7. Amy's Crafty Shenanigans4 January 2013 at 19:39

    Gorgeous bag Di - love that bird!!

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  8. Catherine4 January 2013 at 21:16

    Love the bag Di, its perfect!

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  9. Sarah4 January 2013 at 22:58

    Oh Di it looks amazing - those fabrics and your smashing quilting have made one super chic tote. I love the fabrics you have chosen for the birthday quilt - have you got a pattern in mind? 4 wks - wee buns for super mum!

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  10. Judith, Belfast4 January 2013 at 23:33

    That's such a beautiful bag Di! No wonder you're so proud of it. How about doing the trip around the world QAL for your son's quilt - the blocks make up super quick. Jxo

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  11. Sheila5 January 2013 at 09:58

    Love that bag Di, it looks like perfect texture and weight.

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  12. Jess @ Elven Garden Quilts5 January 2013 at 10:18

    Di it is just perfect! It turned out beautifully x

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  13. Leanne6 January 2013 at 16:41

    Those are stunning fabrics for your son's quilt. I am sure you can get it done in time. I love the bag too, your fabric selections work so nicely.

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  14. Kim7 January 2013 at 09:16

    I like your fabric selection for the birthday quilt! I've made my daughter and just about everyone else in our family a quilt, but not my 12 year old son. He says he doesn't want one, and I don't want ot make him seomthing that will embarass him when his friends are here - but I do wonder. Great bag by the way! Bags were my first sewing love, so I know good construction when I see it!

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  15. Jenny-Narcoleptic in a cupboards mum9 January 2013 at 16:53

    Your tote is absolutely gorgeous Di. I look forward to another year of following your lovely makes. Happy New Year. x

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  16. Sew Thrifty Fi19 January 2013 at 13:37

    I love love love this! Really love the wee birdie and the colours, brilliant and so handy!

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  17. Nicky26 January 2013 at 08:48

    Wow love the birdy bag !

    I see a bit of Longshott in there! Great fabrics!

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