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Cuties I had a 'free' day today, so I sewed. I finally got started, after much looking and indecisions, for mainly black fabrics. I made and embroidered this little crossbody bag, smaller than my other crossbody bags, I made before. It still holds quite a bit, because you know how I like to add pockets! I have two outside zip pockets, one on front, one on back. I also have a large slip pocket on the front. I stitched it just at the top center, in between the top edge and the zipper, just to keep it from gapping open. I boxed the corners so it sits on a two inch bottom, one inch each side of seam. Because it is so small, I was uncertain to add any inside pockets, but did decide to just put divided open pockets, on one side.
I hope you like my creation-Toogie
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Lovely. Well done
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Thank you very much-Toogie
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mariagiannina
30 Sep 2016
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Toogie, I love this bag, and your choice of fabric! Did you have a pattern, or just your own ideas?
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I call it my 'sew as you go bag', as it emerged, as I went along. I know I always want pockets, so just a matter of where and how many. I also like zip pockets, for security, but you have to have at least one open pocket for keys or such. Also, I wanted something 'hands free'. You can wear it on the shoulder if you don't like cross body, as it has an adjustable slider. I also like it to sit, while I pay at checkout, so I boxed the bottom. I think my aunt would like this but with a short strap, like a hand bag.Thanks for looking. Toogie
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I love it, that was a day well spent!
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Yes, it was. My husband wanted to cook for us, so I'd be crazy, not to take that time to sew. It took me all day because I had to quilt my fabric first. Well, first I had to choose a fabric. It seems I waste more time picking out fabric or designs, do you do that?
O yes! Idea and preparation takes a lot of time, the it's just a matter of getting it done.
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Hi Toogie, Your Bag is AWESOME. I just LOVE your choice of Fabric Colour, and the Style of Handbag.
Thankyou so much for sharing.
Regards Lorraine
South Australia
Thankyou so much for sharing.
Regards Lorraine
South Australia
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Lorraine this fabric was in my stash. When I got it cheap, I bought quite a few yards, not knowing what I would make of it. Even when I was sewing, I wasn't sure of the choice, but when the monogram was stitched, I really think it came to life. Thanks for looking-Toogie
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Toogie, you always do the most amazing things with a "simple" bag! This one is no exception - great job!
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Thank you, bags really are 'simple'.
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This bag turned out sew nice, love everything about it. Inside looks great! Enjoy.
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Thank you, I like to show all the pockets.
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shirley124
30 Sep 2016
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Wow. A lovely bag. Hugs
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Thank you Shirley. How are you settling in?
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I just love this bag..
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Thank you very much.
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lovely bag, you did a great job on this also love the colors.
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Thank you, this is what I like to make besides baby clothes.
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asterixsew
30 Sep 2016
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Toogie I always love your bags and this is great
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Thank you so much Caroline.
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kathymourie
30 Sep 2016
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I love it. Great job. Love the monogram too!!!
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Welcome back again!!! Looking forward to those photos!!!
Thank you and I think the monogram really sets it off.
Thank you and I think the monogram really sets it off.
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Beautifully done, and the fabric was a great choice too. So many pockets to fill. What are the dimensions? Looks very professional!
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Professional? Me? ...Thanks!...It ended up being 10 inches wide x 7 inch tall and has a 2 inch bottom. I want to just carry the bare minimum in it,(is there such a thing when speaking of a woman's bag?) but pockets for all.
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Lovely I want one haaaa
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Thank you, I needed a new bag too.
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Stunning! I love the style and colours you have chosen.
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'Style', what style-lol It just emerged out of necessity. The fabric I picked up on sale so I have a lot left. Thanks for looking!-Toogie
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love it, terrific
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Thank you Michelle!
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basketkase
30 Sep 2016
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Wow, Toogie, what a great "designer" bag...love the fabric you used...
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"Designer" made me laugh. I could call this 'sew as you go' as that's exactly what I did, with no pattern. Glad you like it-Toogie
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Love it for sure hugs
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Thank you Carolyn.X&O-Toogie
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sonjapotgieter
30 Sep 2016
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Wow....Stunning!!!Awesome bag made...Well done..Great beautiful fabric!!!!
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The fabric did make up pretty, didn't it. I didn't pay much a yard for it and wondered when I bought it what I would make, as I bought a lot of it. I think the monogramming really brought it out. Thanks Sonja
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dragonflyer
30 Sep 2016
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Great bag, Toogie...you bring new meaning to the words "Bag Lady"...
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It's been so long since I made one. I had been meaning to make me one and I really wanted something smaller, for my trip. Wa-la this is it!
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My initials are MAE, how soon can I expect delivery???? LOL!
In other words, I love it Toogie, you've done a fantastic job and anyone would be proud and very pleased to have one of your bags.
Hugs n roses, Meganne
In other words, I love it Toogie, you've done a fantastic job and anyone would be proud and very pleased to have one of your bags.
Hugs n roses, Meganne
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Hey! So good to hear from you!
I'm glad you like my bag. I haven't made any in quite a while, I almost forgot how-lol-
I'm glad you like my bag. I haven't made any in quite a while, I almost forgot how-lol-
Tell Meganne to pay the postage!!! Kay
Postage is shamefully high!
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queenofhearts
30 Sep 2016
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Lots of work here but so worth the effort. It is lovely.
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Just a day well spent! I didn't have any distractions, so I was able to stay with it, from beginning to end. (Of course, I did stop to eat! I don't miss too many meals, although I should-lol) Thanks-Toogie
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It is absolutely beautiful. You are certainly the bag expert
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I don't know about that, but thank you Sarah. I'm glad you like it and I'm getting pretty fond of it, just looking at it more.
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Very nice, good job. Greetings from Poland,
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Hello to you too, from USA! Thank you for looking!-Toogie
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Sieht toll aus.
Gruß
Stubioma
Gruß
Stubioma
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Thank you and hello to you too!
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wonderful cross body bag!~hugs~
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Thank you Loralye-Toogie
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I like this one, maybe I should try a bag. I have 3 that are kits waiting to be assembled.
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Now Bev! three? Bags are easy, if you know how to sew already, and I'm sure you do. Whatcha waitin' on? What do they look like? Curious minds and all that-lol
I've got 1 project to make first, you could probably make 3 bags in the time it will take me to do 1
lol, funny-I just told my daughter if she wanted one, she better get herself over and choose her fabric, while I'm in the mood.
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WOW !! I love your creation ! Well done !
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Thank you Abby, with all this encouragement, I'm in the mood for another one.-lol
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Way to go.. Great job. Awesome purse
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Thanks, I'm in the process of making another, if my daughter can decide the fabrics!
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I LOVE IT!!! Luv Chris
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Thanks Chris!
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Super result ! Love it !
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Thank you!
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Gorgeous! You are a very talented woman.
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Awe shucks, 'tweren't nothin'-lol-thanks Sharon
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Toogie--I 'examined' all your pics close up--You are an expert bag maker/designer. This is a stunning bag. I love all the pockets and zips. All fabrics and ribbons blend so beautifully. Your daughter better hop to it and get her fabrics picked so you'll get 'er done. So wished you were my buddy next door!!!
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That would be nice, wouldn't it!!!
The 'ribbons' aren't ribbons but fabric same as lining, little pokadot. I do like my pockets, but this is so small I didn't want to many inside.
Daughter brought me over some outer fabric she wants one out of. To me, it looks more for summer, but hey, what ever rocks your boat. (or hers in this case) I have the outer fabric all quilted, straps made. Everything is ready for zipps and lining. I want to finish and use what I have but I am waiting on her......a while anyway.-lol- I may just make it like I want to, with what I have.
The 'ribbons' aren't ribbons but fabric same as lining, little pokadot. I do like my pockets, but this is so small I didn't want to many inside.
Daughter brought me over some outer fabric she wants one out of. To me, it looks more for summer, but hey, what ever rocks your boat. (or hers in this case) I have the outer fabric all quilted, straps made. Everything is ready for zipps and lining. I want to finish and use what I have but I am waiting on her......a while anyway.-lol- I may just make it like I want to, with what I have.
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Fantastic work Toogie/Lillian
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Thank you Lillian-X&O's Toogie
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My Granddaughters would love these!! You must have $5. or $6. in the zippers. Wonderful job! Kay
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Kay, hasn't Bev told you about zipper deals? She must be slipping, although that's hard to imagine-lol-Thanks for looking.-Toogie
It seems zippers have gone up since I last bought them, the best prices I have found recently are on Amazon
Here she is Kay! I knew she would know 'where to buy'.
Thanks Bev!
Thanks Bev!
I knew Joann's was not the answer!
I would like to know the best place to buy zippers. Please don't keep it quite. Please tell!
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Fantastic work. You need to open a business. Your work is always exquisite.
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A business is too demanding, church and family come first, don't need demands from a business, but I do appreciate your compliment. Thanks Toogie
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Toogie. This is just stunning. When I am in Honduras, I buy a purse with Guatemalan weaving. Now I think I will just by the woven fabric and make my own purse the way I want it. You are such an inspiration.
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Do you buy fabric there, too? If you already know how to sew, put together a pattern, then purse making isn't hard. I hope you give it a try. My friend loves it! Thanks for looking.
Go to swoon.com and get free pattern for purses. Add all the pockets you want. hope I was aloud to put this web site on here. Sorry if not aloud.
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No one has mentioned it, but did anyone notice my 'Toogie' on the back? It's kind of hard to see, but its in photo 2.
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I don't see it but is it the tag hanging off the zipper, can't tell if it says anything.
It's on the bag itself, opposite side from the zipper pull. Look on the right, under the corner of the zipper.
found it. next time do it in red. lol
lol
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Beautiful bag and so many great pockets and zips...
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Thank you very much and a woman can never have too many pockets!
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This is beautiful. Is it an embroidery design? Or a sewing pattern or did you make it up. Such a practical bag.
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The bag is something I made up. It is small, but holds what I need most.Thanks
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