Now that all the outstanding WIPs have been finished or nearly finished, (only two Christmas placemats left to finish hand sewing the binding down), I can start working on my Mum's birthday present. Last time Mum visited I showed her the Rainbow Clutch from the book Handmade Style, and offered to make one for her birthday. Mum wanted it a little more neutral than rainbow however, so from my stash, she picked this Ann Kelle X fabric. and some co-ordinating black Essex linen and a light and dark grey shot cotton. For the lining, I decided to use this pretty floral to give it a more whimsical feminine touch. (This is the last time you will see it now until your birthday Mum.)
The patterns have been traced, now I just need to work out what fabric will go where, cut out the pieces and start sewing.
Linking up to WIP Wednesday at Freshly Pieced.
What a lovely gift. I love the choice of fabrics.
ReplyDeleteGreat fabric choices, have fun making it, you're pretty much guaranteed that she will be happy with it!
ReplyDeleteThats going to be really nice.
ReplyDeleteThis is going to look great! I keep seeing so many lovely things from this book -- I really need to get a copy for myself. :)
ReplyDeleteLovely fabrics - I think your mum will be one happy lady!
ReplyDeleteLove your fabric choices! Your mothers gift will be beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLove your fabric choices Julie! Do you recommend that book? I have seen lots of things made from it about the internet.....
ReplyDeleteThose fabrics are going to make such a pretty (and useful) clutch!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful colors.
ReplyDeleteCarla
This will be so beautiful - love the greys! I have just put in a request for this book for Christmas but I may not be able to wait until then:)
ReplyDeleteLovely fabrics... and the pretty lining one is perfect! Your mum will be happy I'm sure! Have you made anything else from that book?
ReplyDeleteOh goodness, those colors! That pop of pink in the little roses is perfect against the grey.
ReplyDeleteLove the fabric choices! Cant wait to see it all done. I am making one of these pouches for a friend for Christmas too - hopefully soon!
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