Saturday, July 18, 2015

Sugar and Spice

I'm still plodding along with my attempts at teaching myself to sew. Bags seem to be my thing as they are relatively quick to make and you have something useful when you are done. They are also great to give as gifts!



I bought this Sugar and Spice bag pattern from Chris W Designs quite some time ago but I was a bit hesitant to get started on it as it looked like it was going to be really complicated but in actual fact it was pretty straight forward. Christine's patterns are very detailed with lots of photos.


The piping was a real learning curve for me. Luckily Christine even has a great post on her blog on how to make your own piping.


I love the look of the added hardware for the handles. I was a bit nervous when it came to punching the holes for the rivets and then setting them but it was pretty easy with the right tools. I think next time I will add some metal feet to the bottom. I chose to use the black material for the bottom of the bag so that any grubby marks wont show up but the addition of metal feet would be even better.


I love that there is a zipper fitted to to the top of the bag to keep everything secure inside.


I also swapped one of the internal pockets for a zippered pocket.


I made a bit of a mistake and fitted the other internal pocket a bit high inside the bag so that it is too close to the zipper at the top but it is still usable.

Over all I am really happy with this bag and will definitely be making more.

I will be sharing my bag on the following linky parties this week:

Threading My Way
Show Off Friday
Freedom Fridays
Craft Frenzy Friday
Show Off Saturday
A Round Tuit #267
Flamingo Toes - Show and Tell





Thanks for stopping by today.

Michelle :o)



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14 comments:

  1. Shirley-AnneJuly 18, 2015 at 4:14 PM

    Hi Michelle I have one of your hand made bags and love it along with the coordinated hand made purse you included . This one looks fabulous too .
    hugs Mum .

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  2. SheilaJuly 19, 2015 at 1:25 AM

    Your purse is beautiful!

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  3. UnknownJuly 19, 2015 at 8:08 AM

    Hi, beautiful bag. Can I ask what you used to set the rivets? I can't seem to get mine right.

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    1. MichelleJuly 19, 2015 at 10:25 AM

      Hi Sarah. Thanks for visiting my blog. I used an 8mm Rivet Setter that I got from 3DANsupplies on Etsy www.etsy.com/au/listing/62827049/8mm-flat-rivet-tool-rivet-setter-s16?ref=shop_home_active_1&ga_search_query=rivet%2Bsetter

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  4. UnknownJuly 19, 2015 at 1:54 PM

    Beautiful purse!!! All those handy details and hardware. Great finish!! I love the colors.

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  5. TuridJuly 20, 2015 at 6:12 AM

    What a lovely bag with beautiful fabrics.

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  6. UnknownJuly 22, 2015 at 10:59 AM

    Bags are great way to start. They bring quick rewards for your efforts and you learn a lot about finishes. They're also fun to give out as gifts if you find a simple easy to replicate pattern!

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  7. Lost in Jello July 24, 2015 at 11:51 PM

    Where is the fabric from? I love it, just beautiful work.

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    1. MichelleJuly 26, 2015 at 11:53 PM

      Hi Rhiannon,Thank you :) I bought the fabric from Spotlight (here in Australia) quite some time ago but I think it is still available

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    2. MichelleJuly 26, 2015 at 11:53 PM

      Hi Rhiannon,Thank you :) I bought the fabric from Spotlight (here in Australia) quite some time ago but I think it is still available

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  8. Pam @Threading My WayAugust 1, 2015 at 5:36 PM

    A gorgeous bag, Michelle!!! The black and red you have chosen co-ordinate perfectly.

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  9. Pam @Threading My WayAugust 2, 2015 at 11:34 AM

    Featured today, Michelle...

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  10. PreetiAugust 3, 2015 at 3:06 PM

    Your bag is very beautiful and the finishing is perfect !! :) saw your blog on Pam's featured links.

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  11. Java HarmonyAugust 5, 2015 at 3:17 PM

    that is beautiful bag! excellent...your pouch in other post is beautiful too...

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