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First, an update on my black tee shirt. I knew the length was going to continue to haunt me, so I dug a second tee out of the refashion basket, chopped off the bottom few inches, and added another layer to the bottom. I kicked around the idea of adding some of that reverse applique thing a la Alabama Chanin, because I figured it would make it look even more like I layered two shirts, but I thought it would be too much going on with the gathering at the neckline.
Which one?
Next up is the Tokyo Tie Bag. There were two areas I wanted to play with: the depth of the bag and the fabric requirement. I lengthened the bag's body by 2.25 inches. Know how I came up with that figure? I was using a piece of scrap paper that was 3 inches wide!
That two and a quarter inches was just what I needed, though. Now all my stuff fits!
Regarding the fabric requirement, my goal was to use only a half-yard of each fabric. As long as you're willing to add two more seams, up the sides of the bag, you can easily get away with just a half-yard. Good news if you want to use a more expensive fabric! I honestly don't think it detracts from the bag, either.
Oh, that reminds me, I made one more change: I fashioned a little fabric loop for keeping the bag closed. Now I just have to decide on a button.
Which one?
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Use the last one!! Definitely!!
Are you going to post a tutorial?
I love your work!
The last one! It has a certain elegance to it and looks lovely on the bag...in my humble opinion. :)
I also like the last one the best!
I really like the last one.
I wandered into your blog and think you're incredibly creative. I also have a question. I'm trying to buy a sewing machine and thought that since you're a great sewer, you'd have some great insight... What kind of sewing machine do you use and what others would you recommend? I hope it's not too much of a hassle to ask you to post some suggestions! :) Thanks so much!!
The last one without a doubt, although the second one is good too.
I'm with the others... the last one. Gorgeous.
Last one! You are so totally creative when it comes to patterns and fabric. I wish I could have you with me when I pick out what I think should be matching fabrics for a project!
I liked the first two, but as soon as I saw the last one, I ADORED it!
Nice bag. It's good to know a nice bag can be made from 2 half yards- I have LOTS of smallish remnants. I like button #2 & #3, but I would have to agree, #3 is probably my fav.
I'll just make it really resounding--the last one! :-)
My first reaction was the middle one, but I also really like the last one, too and I think it might actually keep the bag closed more effectively. I really like both projects!
gorgeous bag. well done.
Button # 3!!!
Last one like most other people, I have bought the book after watching you play with this pattern on wardrobe refashion and my fabric has just been washed and is drying, I'll be having a go at the bag tomorrow, I've only got 1/2 yard of each fabric so I'll let you know how I get on, I also thought it would be great made out of an old pair of jeans.
Love Janey x
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