Wednesday, January 29, 2014

What Do You Do When You Have No Pockets?

Although pockets tend to inform my shopping to some extent, a few of my clothes don't seem to have them. Although I can't be bothered carrying a lot around with me, I do need somewhere to keep my iPhone, a bit of cash and maybe my Visa card and my keys.

On Monday, I showed you a 6 inch square of my rust dyed fabric that I had embellished using Michelle Ward's stencil design and some hand stitching, and I promised to show you how I was going to use it.  Well, it has become a tiny little pocket/bag!

I created the bag using a simple pattern idea from Jane Davila, which I altered to suit my personal needs. The 6 inch hand stitched square was bound with the same fabric that creates the accents by the zipper and the inside lining.  This creates an open front pocket in addition to the one compartment within the bag.  I couldnt' find a strap that I was happy with, so I made my own by combining some Blue trim and a bit of copper coloured 'rope' trim.


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25 comments:

  1. Anne Marie - TorontoJanuary 29, 2014 at 8:07 AM

    Cute bag and I love your use of the rusted fabric! I've already downloaded the pattern from QA's. Thanks! Of course, who knows when I'll make it? LOL!

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    1. Linda KittmerJanuary 29, 2014 at 8:31 AM

      Thanks Anne Marie. Isn't that a great little bag pattern! Have fun making it.

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  2. CandyJanuary 29, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    Great way to use the fabric. Candy

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    1. Linda KittmerJanuary 29, 2014 at 9:26 AM

      Thanks Candy. I think it will be a much used little bag, especially in the summer!

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2014 at 9:30 AM

    Perfect bag and a great way to use your stencil stitch piece. xox

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  4. Linda MJanuary 29, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    Great little bag, the perfect size and it shows off your beautiful stitching.

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    1. Linda KittmerJanuary 29, 2014 at 10:41 AM

      Thanks Linda. It's fun to have a little piece of art with you where ever you go!

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  5. CCJanuary 29, 2014 at 4:41 PM

    My GF makes bags like these! I wonder if she got her idea there too? I love your version!

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    1. Linda KittmerJanuary 29, 2014 at 5:09 PM

      Thanks! It's a really great little pattern...sews up real quick, especially if you don't add a pocket like I did.

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  6. Marjie KemperJanuary 29, 2014 at 7:56 PM

    That's just fabulous, Linda! Love the colors and all the detail on your bag.

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    1. Linda KittmerJanuary 29, 2014 at 7:57 PM

      Thanks Marjie. I'm really happy with how it turned out.

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  7. Teresa RJanuary 29, 2014 at 8:24 PM

    What a great bag for a few necessary items for shopping. Great use of your cloth square

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  8. The Artful DivaJanuary 30, 2014 at 3:47 PM

    I love little bags like this!

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    1. Linda KittmerJanuary 30, 2014 at 8:26 PM

      It's a great pattern...quick and easy to sew up.

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  9. Kit LangJanuary 30, 2014 at 9:10 PM

    Beautiful. Now I'll have to make one, ;)

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    1. Linda KittmerJanuary 30, 2014 at 11:07 PM

      Thanks Kit. Yes, you've got some beautifully hand stitched rust dyed pieces to work with too! It's a great pattern...very quick and the lining becomes the zipper accent...literally can be cut and sewn up in 30 minutes or less from start to finish!

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  10. Denny1600February 2, 2014 at 9:18 PM

    Creative!

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  11. MariaFebruary 3, 2014 at 11:42 AM

    You are one CREATIVE lady!!!! LOVE it!

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  12. Mary C. NasserFebruary 3, 2014 at 5:01 PM

    Oh, Linda, you continue to astound me with your amazing art!
    This is so very lovely...the pattern, the color palette, everything!! :)

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  13. KendraMarch 5, 2014 at 11:33 AM

    that is gorgeous, Linda! I love your creativity. beautiful! i found your post from your headline and just wanted to share ... I patented a handy helper after my pockets failed me horribly (spare tampon rolled out at the gym...*gah!* .. lol!) but you might find it useful. just an idea, and letting you know in case you could use it for something..great for gym & travel. It's actually for much more than fem hygiene..that's just how it started. xoxo, @PortaPocketGal (site is www.portapocket.com) Cheers! keep up the great work :)

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