On one of my numerous Wal-Mart shopping expeditions I saw some fairly cute, very basic bags that were made of a light weight canvas with matching handles, and they were only $5.00. I really wanted to buy one but decided I could make one that I liked even more, in colors of my choosing. So tonight I checked my fabric selection and decided on a nice red/white/blue striped denim fabric, and set out to make my own version of the Wal-Mart $5 bag, aptly renamed "The Rachel".
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| The finished product. It's a little taller than I think I want it to be. Originally I was going to use it as a tote bag, but now I'm leaning towards a purse, so it should be shorter. But I'm not tackling that tonight, so I'll carry it 'as is' for a while :) |
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| Unlike the unlined Wal-Mart bag, I wanted mine to have a lining and an interior pocket so I could slip pens, cell phone, keys, and other various items in. I chose a blue background with white stars as the lining, and used the outer fabric to make a pocket, which I stitched down the middle turning it into two pockets. |
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| Here's a picture of the inside of the bag, showing the two pockets! |
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| When I was finished I thought it looked a little plain, so I created an outer pocket with matching fabric, but turned the stripes the opposite way. Since the outer pocket was an after thought, it was a little difficult to sew, so my stitch isn't straight. Nothing a few buttons couldn't fix. I often use buttons to cover up flaws, and while others might just think they're cute embellishments, I know the truth....they're hiding a multitude of sins :) So there you have it. My version of the Wal-Mart $5 bag only cuter...and a little more time consuming! |
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| Earlier today Autumn told me she wanted a bag to hold some of her Squinkies (little girl toys - just take my word for it). I liked my tote bag so much that I decided to use the same fabric for Autumn's draw string bag. |
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| Autumn's bag, with strings pulled open. She was pleased as punch, and I was happy it only took a few minutes to create!!! |
1 comment:
If you didn't tattle on yourself, no one would know that the buttons don't just up the cuteness factor! Good job- and if you make yourself a new one can I have that one?:)
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