The flowers along the left side in the big white patch are the same as the flowers in the above right. The tote front needed this balance.For the back I chose some lovely natural linen.
This was also the fabric for the straps. The lining is green cotton lame, but you can't really see that.
And here it is, finished. I wish the circle was a bit more perfect....but this IS handmade, so that's o.k. When this tote is actually being used, it won't be an issue.Overall, I would say that doing that close quilting on a patch (the circle) before piecing it in was a success, and I will use that concept again. I also like this tote's shape, and the ease of its construction. My home-printed white floral fabric was fun to use as well...all in all, making this was a very pleasant experience.
Now I need to take a few days off and attend to the tomatoes. Lots of tomatoes.
Salsa, anyone?
Beautiful. good luck with the tomatoes...
ReplyDeleteThis looks very Allie and not very Barbie at all...
ReplyDeleteAllie I'm wondering if you would mind tackling a tutorial on curved seams - both hand sewn and/or machine sewn - which ever works the best for you??
ReplyDeleteThis is a very classy looking tote!
ReplyDeleteTomato salsa? Yum!!
Pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love it! The handles look just right to sling over your shoulder, nestling the bag against your side. Poifect!
ReplyDeleteHave fun with the tomatoes, love me some salsa!!
It's beautiful! That will be fun to carry around.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, Allie. I love it! Oh, and I second Theresa's request on curved seams.....
ReplyDeleteWhoops. I tried posting a comment, but something weird happened. This is basically what I said -
ReplyDeleteI think the bag is bee-yoo-tee-ous, and I love the green on the white! It's awfully pretty!
MC
Really pretty love the burner tote too.
ReplyDeleteThat's a lovely tote and so different from the burner bag. I like 'em both.
ReplyDeleteA tomato glut you say-send some this way. Mine have blight AGAIN this year. (Too wet, too grey)
Allie, very pretty and delicate looking. Good luck with the tomatoes, mine didn't do to well this year. Yellow peppers were terrible too. I think we got the nice cool night weather too early.
ReplyDeleteIt is beautiful and elegant. Don't get it near the salsa!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful finish - I love that you finished it off with trim on the handles, too.
ReplyDeleteMan!I am in awe! If you ever want to start selling your beautiful creations... SIGN ME UP!!! Just wonderful work I love seeing your projects grow from the design stage to the finished object! Please keep Sharing!
ReplyDeleteBravo, c'est trés beau!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty (is it correct?)
Kiss
And, of course, once again, EXQUISITE!!!!!!! I love it!
ReplyDeleteBig Hugs,
Wendy