This is the Front side. The First Step was to embroider this floral design on fabric. We did not use any stablizer because her special batting was between the top and bottom fabric. The top thread was red and the bobbin thread was a multi color red/brown. This is a reversible tote. Then we sewed the decorative border. The next step was to put the fabric corners in. You will see in the photo of the inside that the back corners are a brown/white plaid. After stitching we cut the offwhite material to 1/4 inch for both front and back to take out the bulk. In the last step handles are sewn on with only the buttons holding them on. I guess you could stitch them down but it would show more on the inside if you reveresed it.
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10164This looks so great. Are you ready to teach a class?
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Ok you can do it i have got to do it i don't know if we have her books or dvd's in Australia. Your bag is lovely what is your next project.
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by dkjack
16 Jun 2008
I am going to make a quilt using her technique. I love to quilt and now with my embroidery machine I can go to town. My hands just will not do hand quilting any more.
18167Great work and beautiful colors! Flowers for you
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38135I would need my thinking cap on for this one, crash courses do my head in. If you ever write a lengthy tutorial please let me know. I love tote bags, I am tired of the $1 ones we buy off the shelf for groceries. Thanks for sharing
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by dkjack
16 Jun 2008
Betty Cotten's book, "Cotten Theory Quilting" is very detailed and many pictures. I am sure you can do it from her instructions.
25546Looks great and I appreciate your mini course.
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145304I love the colors of the inside and out - these techniques are just wonderful and can be used on many items - I know you have fun - even if it was a long day - such great information you have shared with us. *4U
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211079Looks great and sounds like a very interesting method. *4U
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