Guess what I finally got to make ME ? Mine is smaller than Taylors, hers was more like a large tote/duffel bag. I put the zipper in a slight curve but inserted it just like in our small bags. Also, got MY small bag/case made. I put a zip pocket on back for my cell or keys.I did forget to sew me a hook in my side seam to hang my keys. Photo of Inside bag loaded, with meds in small case, and back pocket with cell & life savers. I like the decorative stitching on the right of large bag, the green scallops and burgandy flowers. Hope you like too-Toogie
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109779Lovely bags, got everything so organized
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by toogie
13 Apr 2015
lol-At least in my purse! I want to thank you again for all the links you find for us. You put me onto the Janome site and while I was there, found the bag by Anna Marie Horner, called the Right Turn Bag. I used her idea of strip placement for this front.
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38558Love this so much! When I saw your post about your daughter in law's bag, I clicked on your name to see everything about the bag, then went and downloaded the pattern and here I am again! Inspiring, thank you - I may have to make this one.
4155Love this so much! When I saw your post about your daughter in law's bag, I clicked on your name to see everything about the bag, then went and downloaded the pattern and here I am again! Inspiring, thank you - I may have to make this one.
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by toogie
13 Apr 2015
Yes, please do and let all of us SEE ! Thank you for taking the time to look and reply.-Toogie
by toogie
13 Apr 2015
ps. The pattern is very LARGE , just to let you know. I think the one her model used on the pdf and in the beginning of the video, was smaller. Look at the very end of the video, how big hers came out. That's how big the first one I made came out. This one is not made from that pattern, just used the 'right turn' idea placement.
by maggiecal
14 Apr 2015
Thanks - I'll pay attention and watch the videos - I was thinking like you I'd do "purse size" not "tote size" - I'm comfy playing with patterns and sizing.
4155Lovely! You do such a great job with your bags!
I am anxious to try one but have to get my sewing room back. :-(
Hugs, Nadyne
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by toogie
13 Apr 2015
You poor Cutie, I feel for you. Bad enough about the basement/water damage but to live in a mess for a while would get on anyone's nerves! forget trying to sew/embroider.
24424Well, we have to reward ourselves occassionally, I love your fabric...
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261163Toogie will be very happy to receive such beautiful gifts made by Toogie :-) Wow, you are really doing great. Thanks for sharing - Maria
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545577166These bags you've done look lovely& enjoyed these lively colored prints too. Thanks for sharing your projects. :~D
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6951Great bags. Like the pockets inside the bag to keep things in there place. Thank you for sharing Happy Stitching Brenda Lea
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by toogie
12 Apr 2015
I do like pockets/places for items. It seems these work for me. I put one long,or wide rather, pocket divided into about 4 inches on the ends, and 3 inches in the middle. One 4 inch holds my sunshades, the 3" holds my reading glasses and lipsticks (don't put anything short or small there as you can't get your hand in there) and the other 4" would hold my meds & hand sanitizer. I made this small bag and put all that in now and just drop my keys in this 4" one. Now if my husband can remember in an emergency, that my meds are in this small bag! The zipper pocket on the back, I put my phone/mints. I would like to go even smaller, but I don't know what to eliminate. I don't know how women carry large bags, this one is heavy enough.
by brendalea
13 Apr 2015
I to have down sized my bag, due to shoulder/neck injures. Most days only carry my card holder. It makes the pockets in my pants stick out but helps the neck & Shoulder. Thank you, Off to work wish I could be sewing. Have a great day.
9792210444384The more pockets the better :) Beautiful bag and purse. Very nice work!
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1407Awesome bag.purse!!!Well done..Love the pockets inserted!!!!
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360641Another great handbag. I like how you adapted the pattern. thanks for the earlier links,too. they were great and I am going make myself one for this summer.
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by toogie
12 Apr 2015
I hope you do and I hope I don't miss it when you post it here. If I do, send me a pm, with a heads-up so I'll look. Thanks-Toogie
8230Beautiful bags, Toogie...I love the colors and all the pockets...so glad it is for YOU!!!
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3184266024Lovely!! Love the turtle fabric!! You are ready for summer with these bright
cheery bags and vvvery organized!
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by toogie
12 Apr 2015
lol-I like to open my bag and find what I want, right away. My sister on the other hand, carries a huge bottomless bag, or at least it seems that way to me. She roots around,flipping things trying to find what she wants. I can't stand that-lol
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51302That's a great set that you have made, Toogie, love them! Finally you have made something for yourself, well done!
Hugs, Lidia
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78118Really pretty, Toogie. Where is that monogram on the bag? :)
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by toogie
12 Apr 2015
Believe me, if I thought it wasn't too busy already, I would have put one, but I didn't want to put it on the back.Thanks
158714Great work! I especially like the smaller wallet.
Good to see you do nice things for you!!
Cindy.
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by toogie
12 Apr 2015
Thanks Cindy, I rarely keep anything I make, it's usually something someone else wants or needs. The smaller bag holds my meds, nailclipper and such.
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255049LOVE LOVE LOVE THEM! I love all your bags you do Toogie, you have some beautiful fabrics to mix and match too. Love Chris
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234494Great looking and good for you. Love your bags size too.
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Good for you Toogie. Fantastic job/Lillian
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by toogie
11 Apr 2015
I like doing these strips, cutting and piecing, but then I do need to stop and make something.
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