When your husband suggests that it may be time for a new bag, it’s a good sign that it’s time! My husband made that comment a couple of months ago and I just got around to making a new one this weekend. I will admit that the bag I’ve been using is a bit worn and ready to be retired.
A few weeks ago, I went searching for new fabric for a bag and picked up these lovelies at my LQS. They are from Denyse Schmidt’s Chicopee collection. They waited patiently on my table while I went through my string quilt frenzy.
Look what they became – my new messenger bag!
Although I don’t consider myself a huge orange fan, I love this shade. It is a rusty, golden type of orange, a color that reminds me of autumn, making this a perfect bag for the upcoming season.
I used a pattern from 1, 2, 3 Sew by Ellen Luckett Baker. It’s a great book for learning basic sewing projects. From napkins to baby blankets, this book has clear and simple instructions and helps you to build your sewing skills.
I adapted the pattern so that instead of pleats, I made the front flap plain and a bit longer than in the pattern. I also added interfacing and an interlining of canvas to give the bag extra structure and metal feet to protect the bottom of the bag.
I placed a couple of pockets inside and a loop to attach my keys. They’ll be no more fishing around for them in this bag!
I finished this bag just in time for the start of a new work week and the return of {Sew} Modern Monday!
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Very pretty. I love the simple, red fabric. I also like your photos. What do you use for the white background?
Great bag! I have the same red fabric that I have not had time to cut into yet, but it is waiting patiently for me :). I love it!
My goodness it is a brave husband who says his wife needs a new bag! But I'm glad he did because this bas is great. My next project is a bag with Melody Miller fabric – I am a bit scared of messing it up but I am going to take the plunge!
Very pretty! That is one of my favorite prints from Chicopee because it's not too orange and with just enough red. Well done!
Jennifer 🙂
This is very pretty.
That's a good looking bag. I agree with you about the color.
Very nice and was cool tweaks to the pattern to make it your own!
What a great bag!! Its time for me to make a new bag, too. I'll have to check this pattern out!
lovely, my mother-in-law would apreciate it a lot, she's mad with reds
It is beautiful! I think that is one of my favorite prints from Chicopee. And yes, if your husband notices you need a new bag it is definitely time!
Gorgeous!
Love how neat it is.
Carol
Wow what an eye catching bag! =D
It looks fab, your husband is obviously a wise man ;o)
Lovely bag – it looks like the perfect size! And great to put in a loop for your keys – fishing for those in your bag must rate as one of the most annoying things ever!
Beautiful job, Nicole! I love the colors you picked!
Awesome bag Nicole 🙂
Amazing bag Nicole. It's beautiful!
Nicole, darling, when the husband says you need a new bag, you just need to ask, "Which man shall I get it from? Louis, Gucci or Prada?" He is so lucky that you make your own, don't let him forget!
This bag is totally awesome! I love everything about it!!
gorgeous! I love the color!
Congrats on your finish! A messenger bag always comes in handy, and I love your fabric choice. 🙂 Thanks for linking up to Craft Book Month!
I love how this turned out Nicole! That orange print is one of my favorites from the line. It's such a perfect bag for autumn!
Orange and green make a perfect combination – they somehow remind me of a water melon. Hehe. At first glimpse, I thought you bought the whole bag from a classy shop. You certainly did a fantastic job with it! It’s beautiful. 🙂
~ Bianca Grove
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