Thursday, November 20, 2008

Sewing continued....

After saying we would share more of our finished sewing projects from our days of play, there was a realization that we can't show everything. It's that time of year to create things for our loved ones, and it would be a shame to ruin the surprise. I know you understand, but here are two bags that Barbara made. Last Christmas I sewed the bags for my girls, and Barbara had fun with the pattern this year! Her girls won't be looking... so we are safe. The pattern is called Brynne's Bag, and comes from The Pine Needle in Lake Oswego, Oregon. It can be ordered by calling 800-655-5632, or on their web site at http://www.pineneedlequiltshop.com/
The Pine Needle is one of the nicest quilts shops around, and the web site gives a good idea of all they offer!

The fabrics Barbara chose are rich, and add a certain flair to the bags! There are two nice -sized pockets inside, and each bag will soon have large buttons for a closure. These bags are large enough to use for books, groceries, or as a purse. Each is lined with a co-ordinating fabric, and the handles are long enough to throw over a shoulder.
One more quick wall hanging to show. Barbara made this one from a pattern called "Let it Snow", created by Country Lore Designs. She assured me it was not difficult to put together, and a fun one to do in fabrics to match a color palette of any choice. We have had a great couple of days and have many more to plan for!! Friends are a treasure!

10 comments:

ellen b. said...

I love the rich fabrics you chose for those bags! You girls are really using pushing your creative buttons! How fun. The photo of the two of you is great!!

KathyB. said...

The bags are great, and do seem so practical . I like the blue one best.

Know what you mean about not posting some things just yet. I was going to show some nice things we picked up on the coast but remembered they items are gifts to be given and the giftees read my blog .

I'm thinking I need to make the snowman.

What a special friend, thanks for sharing it with us!

BTW.... over the years we have trained all our labs to leave the poultry alone, but there are always a few ducks and chickens that pay the price for living at our place with bird dogs ! Hope Blue dos well.

Mama Mia said...

Those bags are gorgeous! The colors are so lovely!

Time with sewing friends really is great. :o)

Anonymous said...

What a great time you two must be having. The wall hanging and bags are adorable. I love all the cloth and color combos.

Willow said...

The bags are beautiful! I love the style. It's so good to 'see' Barbara again.

Unknown said...

The fabric is fantastic, love the bag :D Happy sewing

Eggs In My Pocket said...

Love the bags and the pretty fabric you chose! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! blessings, Kathleen

Anonymous said...

What cute projects you have been up to! Love the bags! I finally blogged today after 3 weeks of nothing. So busy with life right now and our projects around the house. Ready for some peace and quiet! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!

Anonymous said...

Didn't mean to blog as anonymous. Don't even know how that happenend! Jo Carol

Tracy said...

LOVE those autumn-infused fabrics...those bags are fantastic! The snowman hanging is so sweet. I've been thinking of making a snowman hanging for the holidays myself...if there's time--LOL! Your sewing bees sound such fun! Thanks for sharing. Oh, and a very Happy Thanksgiving to you & yours ((BIG HUGS))