A while back, my sister-in-law gave me a book about sewing different bags. I found this great tote pattern that folds up on itself and buttons (think: Envirosax), but it was actually a bit labor-intensive and I couldn't simplify it. Call me lazy, but I like my sewing to be simple -in style, maintenance and construction.
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| A little dark - I was taking these photos at night in the sewing room. |
So, flash forward to yesterday when I was wanting to make a little something for a friend's birthday (8 days late!) and knew she was a fold-up, environmentally-friendly tote kinda gal. A bit short on time, I made up my own tote using the button idea, and loved it. It was one of those projects that didn't take too much time or brain power, and I could enjoy the process, thinking of my friend walking home toting her groceries with her new bag. Very satisfying!
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| All buttoned up. |
P.S. See the label? My aunt had those made up for me LAST year and I just rediscovered them - I love the look - kind of Cath Kidston? If only...
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| Fancy crafter! |
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