The front patterned panel is an Ann Kelle fabric and the grey is a shot cotton from Spotlight. The lining which you can see in the top photo only, is a delicate floral from Dear Stella.
The pattern is from Anna Graham's book, Handmade Style. She gives really clear detailed instructions for all steps of the making process. However after a couple of attempts at installing the back zipper, I found it easier to baste the rear zipper before machine sewing it in. I did find that some of the many layers in places made it slightly more difficult to sew. Overall I am happy with how it turned out, and as a bonus, this is the last item on my 2015 Finish-Along - Q4 goals, to be completed.
Happy Birthday Mum, I hope you enjoy using it this summer.
A really beautiful gift, I am sure it well be well used. Loved the fabrics.
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ReplyDeleteI love it, it is really quite lovely! I use glue for basting my zippers like that... I dot it around the opening, lay down the zipper and give it a press with the iron
ReplyDeleteGorgeous bag....lucky mum !
ReplyDeleteI have recently purchased that book but haven't made anything yet. This looks like a great place to start. The lining is very pretty.
ReplyDeleteLovely!! Beautiful work!
ReplyDeleteThis is a good reminder for me to pull this book back out and get a project or two on my to do list. Working on trying to get as many WIP's knocked out of the way so I can. A subtle and understaded finish, but lovely nonetheless.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! I love the grey, it is very chic indeed. I am sure that your Mum must love it! xx
ReplyDeleteIt looks lovely. Think I lack the patience for precise sewing like this!
ReplyDeleteThat grey shot cotton is one of my favourite fabrics too and just perfect for your wallet! I picked up a few jeans/trouser metal zips the other day to be able to use them in projects like this:)
ReplyDeleteIt looks fantastic! I never got round to making the one for a friend in the end. Am loving admiring yours from here though! Lucky mother you have!
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