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Reversible Craft bag

Reversible Craft Bag

Laura Ashley fabric

Reversible Craft Bag

contrast lining works great

Inside view

make more than one! perfect present

Pattern Info

Pattern info for this project can be found here:
Lilly*Blossom »

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Accessory

For: Women

Style: Mod, Traditional, Funky, Retro / Vintage, Classic

Materials

Cotton fabric, pair of bag handles

What was your inspiration?

To make an easy, roomy bag with a wide opening suitable for knitting, sewing projects and crafting.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/74036270/pdf-sewing-pattern-make-your-own

What are you most proud of?

The way it's made out of 4 squares of fabric, simple

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

have a go it's easy to create the perfect handmade gift for someone who loves to craft.

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kristinlnuckols

Mar 07, 2012

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I just purchased this pattern and am having trouble finding wooden purse handles....can anyone share where they got theirs? Thank you!!!

Kate o

Mar 17, 2012

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Our local Joann store has a very nice selection of bag handles including wooden ones, you can order stuff from them online too...but not sure online includes bag handles...but worth a try.

clarissa

Oct 12, 2011

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I like it

stillme113

Sep 28, 2011

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Hi to all.. I have heard this alot in my 59 years on this earth.. that if you save something long enough that it will eventually come back into style. After finding these handles.. it reminded me of when I moved 11 years ago. My then 20 year old daughter found old pocket books in my mothers closet with these handles on them. I told her that back in the 70's these handles were used to match the outfit that you wore. My sister in law made purses with every outfit that she wore. Nowadays things are not so dressy as they were back then. It's anything goes.. while my daughter and I could not think of using them 11 years ago, the year 2000.. now these handles, 11 years since we ran across them.. I'm actually sitting here trying to fathom using them again.. for a couple of outfits. I use to sew alot.. trendy things, I've never been in.. I've always wanted to make my own 'trails' in this life.. I put my sewing machine up after many years of sewing.. the last thing that I made was some curtains.. and they really made me ill to think of them now.. I was so tired with them.. People don't sew like they use to.. I wonder why?? has anyone found that to be true??

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Mamabear55

Nov 29, 2011

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I agree. They don't sew like they used to. Atleast you know that you will be original on your designs. I would definitely use them and go crazy. If it's something that you love to do.... then do it. I am going to start sewing again. Used to sew when I was younger and when my kids were little. I loved to sew and working never allowed me to relax and do that. I started to learn how to sew when I was in Grade 7 or 8, that was 43/44 years ago. People either want it yesterday, or they just don't have as much creativity as we did. I think any crafter/quilter/knitter/scrapbooker, etc. will tell you that people just don't know what they're missing. :-)

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Sewncooknmom

Sep 23, 2011

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I love the different fabrics. This is a very pretty bag.

kmlinford33781

Sep 18, 2011

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great project! simple but pretty,and others who don't sew will not know it was so simple to make!

Coronada

Sep 15, 2011

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Very nice and I love the fabrics that your used.Handmade crafts are very valuable.

Genny C

Sep 01, 2011

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These are perfect for Summer with the fabric chosen, have you thought about Fall colours and fabrics like corduroy and tapestry ? I like them very much .

Sheila Zachariae
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Aug 16, 2011

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Super cute!

heavenly_99674

Aug 15, 2011

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waiting on my sewing machine now...its old but im sure that i can find help here tryin to learn how it works and not to sound dumb but im new here to this site and i hope its a good one for help as well

lwyatte

Aug 09, 2011

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I love the fabric! Looks real easy and practical. Must try this!

chinadoll44155

Jul 09, 2011

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love it so awsome

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speaktohe39152

Jul 09, 2011

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You are welcome, thank you for commenting

Carol Gilman

Jul 06, 2011

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Very nice, so practical--thank you for sharing :)

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speaktohe39152

Jul 07, 2011

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You are welcome Carol - I am glad I found this website, its great to chat with such a crafting community.

mercedesgilces

Jul 02, 2011

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Me gusto mucho, sencillo y muy bonito.

speaktohe39152

Jul 01, 2011

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http://www.etsy.com/listing/74036270/pdf-sewing-pattern-make-your-own

leewell139987

Jul 01, 2011

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I think the bags are beautiful, I only wish I knew how to get the pattern, everytime I put my name in they kick it , telling me I made a mistake. Imagine that I've had the same name for 50 years, and then I find out it;s wrong. Anyhow they're lovely, only wish I could get the pattern, I've oodles of grandchildren,nieces, and great nieces to make them for. Great Gift Idea. Lee Leveille

speaktohe39152

Jul 01, 2011

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Hi Lee sorry the link did not work, I sell them at www.etsy.com/shop/lillyblossom and www.lillyblossom.co.uk Thank you Helen

MirandaSC40171

Jul 01, 2011

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That is such a cool idea.

alanemarie

Jul 01, 2011

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These bags are super cute!

speaktohe39152

Jun 30, 2011

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Hi you can buy it at www.lillyblossom.co.uk or www.lillyblossom.etsy.com

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CrisTuck

Jun 30, 2011

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I want the pattern..really nice!!

speaktohe39152

Jul 02, 2011

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Hi Cris Tuck I am so pleased you like it, it's one of my favourites

guehling29421

Jun 30, 2011

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Cute! Where can I find the pattern? Thanks

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speaktohe39152

Jun 30, 2011

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Hi you can buy it at www.lillyblossom.co.uk or www.lillyblossom.etsy.com

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wallsmomof4

Jun 30, 2011

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Where can I get the patter for this?

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heatheran39711

Jun 30, 2011

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up top where is says make this bag. Click the pattern name lilly blossom that is a link to purchase it.

speaktohe39152

Jun 30, 2011

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Hi there sorry for delay in replying I didn't realise it would be so popular, I am new to this site, Hi you can buy it at www.lillyblossom.co.uk or www.lillyblossom.etsy.com

speaktohe39152

Jun 30, 2011

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Hi you can buy it at www.lillyblossom.co.uk or www.lillyblossom.etsy.com

craftsycarolina

Jun 30, 2011

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Bought the pattern and can't wait to make it. Everyone in the family is a crafter and we take projects in the car when we travel. Everyone will love this gift I will make for them too!!!

speaktohe39152

Jul 01, 2011

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Oh ruthflick thats a great idea - I'm sure they will love them, Helen

gkoston

Jun 30, 2011

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I saw an ad on the side of my Facebook home page for this sewing pattern and had to click on it...then I bought the pattern! Thanks! Can't wait to make it!

KristaS

Jun 30, 2011

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I Love These Bags! How did you make them?

speaktohe39152

Jun 30, 2011

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Thanks so much it's from my Lillyblossom pattern www.lillyblossom.co.uk

speaktohe39152

Jun 30, 2011

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simple, cut four squares of fabric, two outer and two lining (although it can be reversed) and some simple straigh seams, quite easy Hi you can buy it at www.lillyblossom.co.uk or www.lillyblossom.etsy.com

kerrylynn39538

Jun 30, 2011

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i'm new to this site can someone tell me how to get the pattern for this bag? thanks so much!

speaktohe39152

Jul 01, 2011

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Hi there it's $4.95 on offer at Etsy , thanks Helen

kerrylynn39538

Jun 30, 2011

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i'm new to this site i would like to know how to get the pattern to make this bag project? thanks!!

speaktohe39152

Jun 30, 2011

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Hi you can buy it at www.lillyblossom.co.uk or www.lillyblossom.etsy.com I am new too! didn't realise I would have so many responces - thanks everyone

wizgreene39535

Jun 30, 2011

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I love this bag! Brings back memories of the 70's

speaktohe39152

Jun 30, 2011

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Yes it's quite a retro designs, my grandmother used to make them for all of us grandaughters from all sorts of different handles and eavh time we got fed up of the fabric she would remake them, using the same handles Hi you can buy it at www.lillyblossom.co.uk or www.lillyblossom.etsy.com

linz1999

Jun 30, 2011

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love these...too cute!

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dottyeb

Jun 30, 2011

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Really neat project!! My dear mother crocheted her 'handwork bag' and lined it in silk 55 years ago. The handles are wood, very similar to the ones on your bags. I inherited the bag and cherish it. Your project brings back memories of riding in the car going on vacation with mother in the front seat crocheting, tatting, or knitting some project. Her hands and fingers were NEVER idle. Consequently she finished many lovely projects in her lifetime.

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speaktohe39152

Jun 30, 2011

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Oh how wonderful dottyeb, I am so pleased to have reminded you of her, my grandmother made them for me and kept reusing the handles. I love to recycle.

leewell139987

Jul 01, 2011

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Love this comment, I too always take projects in the car so I'm wasting time when I'm not driving. I live In B,C, Canada and while driving to Las Vegas and back I made my first grandson 5 new outfits, (before he was born) didn't know he was a boy, we just guessed. I never go anywhere without something in a bag to do. Lovely memory you have of your mother

speaktohe39152

Jun 30, 2011

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handles are from Abakhan fabrics UK, they have lots of stores and an online shop www.abakhan.co.uk

Andi T

Jun 29, 2011

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These bags are so pretty! I love your choice of colors. Where did you locate the handles?

speaktohe39152

Jul 01, 2011

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I bought the handles from Abakhan Fabrick UK they have an online shop and similar ones can be found on Etsy by searching for 'bag handles' Thank you so much for your kind words - I'm thrilled you like them.

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