This is a purse/bag, I just finished.It is called The Wavy Top Tote by Bethany Rapp, a Sweet Bee Creations pattern.It was a free PDF file and comes in 2 sizes.I made the larger size.I also added the inside divided 3 pockets, on one side of lining. The zip pocket one the opposite inside, was included in the directions.I also wanted to say,the fabric is recycled Waverly valances,I bought at a Thrift shop 2 for $5. I know one was still folded,like from the factory,never opened up.The one I used never looked used,but it had been unfolded.I have enough left to make a smaller one or some wristlets.I just washed and dried before I cut it out.The denim is jeans, left from my denim quilt stach.(I see I need to mist the blue marks out, where I marked it for sewing-lol) The rectangle rings are also re-cycled, from an old discarded purse.I am sure I made it for less than $5. as I got my 2 zippers on sale at Wawak.Not bad,uh?-Toogie..I have added the link,but be sure to get ALL the pdf files.Pattern for sm in one,lg another,instructions another,etc.I also,stipple/free hand motion quilted my print fabric.I was glad for the style of valance,because when I ripped the tacking out where it was brought up,it gave me a lot wider piece of fabric.
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109732320Great job! And thank you so much for sharing the website.
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2159310You are certainly our 'bag' lady. Another beautiful bag from you.
See this is an old post. It is still a beautiful bag!!!
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25497245918very beautiful bag. I love the fabrics you used. Thank you for sharing and hugs from France.
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by toogie
24 Sep 2014
Thank you. As you can see, I ripped a curtain topper opened and used that fabric with some denim.
4714Okay so now I can't decide which bag I would like to make...LOL!
But first I promised my girls sweat pants for school. I better get off of the dang computer... hugs
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by toogie
24 Sep 2014
I am glad you like the bags and I look forward to seeing what you make. I try to put the links for the patterns, if they were made with a pattern , with the bag. This was made earlier in the year but I appreciate your looking back._toogie
24276538545918Is this one of your new hats, Toogie?
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by toogie
16 Apr 2014
It is a little too large,would probally sit on my shoulders......of course some poeople may like that,it would cover my face
by dennis999
16 Apr 2014
We certainly wouldn't like that Toogie. Joking aside, it is a lovely bag for which you should be very proud.
119293246Your b & w purse should go to lunch with Mariahail's b&w purse, a few entries above. Wow to you both.
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669021652966014That's a GREAT looking bag - so classic! Love the fabrics. Kudos to you for recycling things into a new and beautiful purpose. You did a fantastic job! Thank you for the links.
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7074384Watch out Vera Bradley-Here comes Toogie!!!
Thanks for the link.
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8230Thank you for the pictures and info on fabrics. I went to the link and I too will make this. Thanks again.
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5277Very resourceful use of fabric!!!! Love the bag pattern.
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
I liked the curves at the top,something different.I also like the top zip for security.I may try the smaller one sometimes,but got to move on to something different for a while.
20088Wonderful upcycle! & thank you for the link too. ~hugs~
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299559Great job! Toogie. I really like that bag. You can't beat the deals you can find to reuse & recycle at a Goodwill. I've been doing that all my life.
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
Some people get rid of brand new stuff,as in this case with the valances.But you know the old saying,'One mans 'trash' is another mans 'treasure'. It is my opinion,we all need to re-purpose and stop wasting so much.Of cousre,on the other hand,I may not find these good buys-lol
1821Thank you! I think this is just what I've been looking for for some time!
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47Fantastic purse project..........much better than you can buy premade...
great job!
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261162Eine ganz tolle tolle Tasche und die Farbe ist perfeckt für die Tasche
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
I am so sorry,I need a translator.I think you may have said the fabric was perfect for this,to which I will respond,thank you.
54619Great job....love the fabrics!
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
Thank you,I have this color in one of my bedrooms,but I didn't need it as a curtain.
318296What a great use to recycle ! The colors are super! Great thinking and beautiful purses! Thanks for the link.
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
Sometimes I pick up a piece, knowing at the time what I want to make with it, and sometimesnot, I just get it.It may be a good buy and I'll think of something later.Hope you enjoy the link.
3074Love your bag, you did a great job and thanks for the link.
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
Thank you and you're very welcome.I think another Cutie posted it a long while back,so am still sharing her link.
57801Great up-cycling project, and really well done! No one ever needs to know that the floral fabric was rescued from a thrift shop. The bag looks professionally made.
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
That is so nice of you to say.My sister says that about my sewing.She is always wanting me to put something up online to sell,but I don't.I like to sew because it is something I enjoy.If times get hard,maybe then,but I am blest to be able to enjoy this like I do.
31625That's a beautiful bag, love it!
Hugs, Lidia
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
Thank you,Lidia.It is really bigger than I like to carry,only because I tend to overload,if I have the room.
78118Very very nice! Thrift stores can be a treasure trove sometimes and a dry haul others. Very nice find! Thanks for the link, you are now an official bag lady. lol! I am all shades of impressed! Thanks for sharing your beautiful work! Sharon
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by sewilso
15 Apr 2014
Oh I do have a question, do you add any kind of stiffener to the fabric on the bag?
by toogie
15 Apr 2014
I used batting in between the blue print and the curtain lining,which was white.I then free motion quilted it.The only other thing that I used,is cut-a-way with the 2 lining pieces,same size as lining.I used some batting and just a 1in cut a way in the handles,to give some padding,so they wouldn't dig into my arm/shoulder.I also used cut-a-way in between my pocket and pocket lining, divided in 3.She doesn't have this on her pattern,it is something I personally added for me, you know,for glasses,shades,etc.
by sewilso
16 Apr 2014
Thank you Toogie, I didn't even see the free motion quilting till you said that. It is very pretty! I bet you'll get a ton of compliments on it! I have got to do this sometime soon!
23281Hello Toogie, you did it again. It´s fabulous and as always - well done!
Big Hug
Bela
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
Thank you Bela,how's the baby? Nora has learned to pat-a-cake,she thinks she is so smart!She finally is getting her first tooth.
7428Your bag looks great. Love the fabric also. Good work. Thank you for sharing the link. Lyn
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475723577Great bag, I want one! Love the fabric also, and the fact it was something else!
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
Yes,my friend says when I look at something I see what it can be,not what it is.I guess thats good,thanks.
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140717You do such nice work. Thanks for showing your projects.
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669Love your bag, colours, style, pockets, recycling, whats not to like? I love it.
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2958i love your bag and the fabric you have choosen, too. thank you for the link - i will try it.
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
I just bought the fabric,last week.My sister liked the curtain,but she likes the bag,too.thanks-Toogie
33798037This is just simply gorgeous Toogie, well done. Love Chris
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
Thanks Chris,I am pleased with the results,altho the bigger the bag the more I carry!
234475Lovely bag.Have downloaded the patterns now all I need is time
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132773What a beautiful purse, I love it and thanks for the info on it, I will give it a try but have to finish the 2 purses I have started first....
Your fabric was perfect...
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
Loralye says finish those UFOs-lol-Yes,please give it a try so we can see your version.Thanks for looking.
3583Your bag looks great, many thanks for information link. I got the pattern and it is on my will make list. Thank you. G
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7528Stunning bag. I downloaded the pattern long ago, but you have inspired me now to make one too. Love the fabric
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by toogie
15 Apr 2014
I thought someone here, had made some a while back, and gave us the link then.I must have saved it then too.It can out nice with good instructions.I used a batting and stippled mine,instead of fusible fleece and I interfaced my lining with cut-a-way.
4453excellent any way you look at it my friend hugs
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by toogie
14 Apr 2014
Thank you Carolyn.I haven't been here too much lately,so I am trying to catch up on all your pretty projects.I like that window on the sweatshirt,really pretty.
360638You are a fantastic seamstress!! Great job and great pattern, too.
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by toogie
14 Apr 2014
I have edited my post, to add the link, for the pattern and instructions.Thanks for the compliment and welcome to Cute.
133You know how to recycle, reuse and save, I love these kinds of projects
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by toogie
14 Apr 2014
You sound like my sister talking-lol Thanks,I like to save where I can but I want it to look good too.
67271Super job from supplies to finish. I love it!
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by toogie
14 Apr 2014
Thank you,I was glad to find these new valances.Did you see the original price in the photo?
by joannmeyer
15 Apr 2014
You did an amazing job! I love it! Do you use anything in the bottom of the bag so it will keep it's shape and not sag? Just curious. I have tried several things and nothing seems to work for me.
by highlandermom
15 Apr 2014
The name does it so if anyone hit you up tell them it is at least a 55 dollar purse due to the fabric. I think it is a 100 dollar purse..... it is beautiful Toogie.
by toogie
15 Apr 2014
to joannmeyer-I will get my husband to either cut me a piece of pexiglass(like our rulers are made of) or formica (like thin counter top) to which I will make a slip case,like a pillowcase out of lining fabric for it,to insert inside the bottom.He has these things left over, in his workshop.
by toogie
15 Apr 2014
to highlander-I HAD to use Waverly fabric,it's a Wavy Top Bag-lol-No kidding thanks,glad you like it.
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