The kids have been home from school for three days now! This is what happens when we get snow and ice in Atlanta with very little equipment to clear the roads. We’re definitely starting to get cabin fever, but luckily we have power. I even found some time to sew. For this handbag I again used an embroidered cotton, this time with a Tana Lawn Liberty of London print. Both fabrics were picked up during our visit to Purl Soho back in September.
I made a basic bag, actually quite similar to a simple tote bag, but with knotted straps. I used fusible fleece to reinforce the outer portion and a heavy-weight interfacing to bulk up the lining. There is a magnetic snap and simple pocket on the interior.
I love the knotted straps! And the embroidered fabric is beautiful 🙂
Terrific fabric, and those knotted straps are fabulous!
Atlanta must be similar to Evansville. We are home for the second day. Thankfully, the boys are playing well and I’m plowing through a new quilt top. Your tote is a great example that snow days are not all bad.
Adorable!
Oooh. I’m really loving those knotted straps. Such a simple step in construction that really adds a lot. Great bag!
I love the bag and the fabrics you chose for it! We are in Marietta and are home for day three, also:)
The knotted straps are a great touch. I love the fabric you choose too.
I love your website!
Just snorted about and just love it!
I’ll definitely be back.
Nashville schools were out for three days, too! I teach at a private school, though, and we were back today… sledding at recess, students too squirrelly to think straight… Love seeing what cabin fever produces in you 🙂
This is so lovely – especially the knotted straps. This will definitely be tacked onto my ever-growing “List of Things To Try”. Kudos to you!
Gorgeous bag! We had a snow day up here in Vancouver, BC too. No sewing got done with the kids home but lots of playing so not a total loss.
Love the knotted straps! What a fantastic idea!
OMG I just love this bag! Do you have a pattern?
Fusible fleece? I did not know of such a product! I made a bag a year and half ago but its since become saggy, I wanted it to be firm, would this product help? Nice bag!
Wow I love this! Are you going to post a pattern?
this is lovely, the handles are wonderful 🙂
I just have to tell you how much I love this bag. What great fabrics, and the handles are great. Spot on!