My Bag Obsession

 My love for handbags improved my sewing skills.

Tote Bag with matching Cosmetic Case

I  became a little discouraged with clothing because I felt like there was so much for me to learn.  Pattern reading, having the right tools, fitting, and on and on.

One day, I was staring at a tote bag that I had.  I thought to myself.  “I can make this.  It’s a square.  How hard could it be?”  I grabbed some fabric, zippers webbing and YouTube (how to make a zippered pocket) and went to work.

This is just a small fraction of the many bags I made over a 6-9 month period.  Yes, I wasn’t making any clothing besides trying to finish up a dress I’d started. I was perfectly fine with that although clothing is why I started this journey in the first place. 

It was during my bag making process that I realized the following:

1. I wanted and needed a better quality sewing machine if I was going to stay on this journey.  (Remember Tools for the Job)

2. I needed some continued, experienced help with making garments.

Sometimes you have to take a step back or take a different approach in order to properly progress.

Pattern: All Photos are self drafted

Fabric:  Quilting Cotton, Duck Canvas

Zippered Foldover Clutch w/ Embroidery

Tote Bag with Outer Zipper Pocket

Tote Bag

Cosmetic Case

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