I first saw this bag in July last year at the quilt exhibition in Melbourne, I am pretty sure it was on the Kelani stall.
I loved it. Obviously they wouldn't sell me the sample so I was inspired to buy the pattern and kit. It became an unfinished project- that initial burst of enthusiasm wanned because I forgot to cut out the pocket when I cut out the rest of the pattern pieces and had gone as far as I could go without it (does that kind of thing happen to anyone else?).
I tried to win the bag but another lucky person did (I really hope they appreciate it!).
BUT- I have been inspired to drag out my lap top bag and 'first day back' now applies to my children at school and me at the sewing machine.
It's finished.
There is something very satisfying about completing a long desired project. I enjoyed learning lots of new techinques and I am reminded that I do love Nikki's patterns because they are full of tips and tricks.
Apparently I have 'graduated' to 'intermediate'. Nice one!
Is it weird that I am very keen on this bag but don't own a laptop?
Well, my hubby has a new laptop but no bag. Want to work something out with him? Cos I can't say that I am enthused about sewing a laptop bag lol. Yours looks rather schmick though.
ReplyDeleteLove the red! I reckon it might be time for a laptop...you do have the bag after all.
ReplyDeleteThey rock, don't they? I've just finished my 2nd one, and don't own a laptop either! Love those patterns....
ReplyDeleteWell done, you!!!! Now I'd best get off my butt and finishe the one I started around the time I release the pattern (especially now I've given my favourite sample bag away!!).
ReplyDeleteHi Tanya - I was the person who won that bag instead of you (sorry!). I do appreciate it, and I promise to take good care of it... Your bag looks FANTASTIC!
ReplyDeleteThe bag's too nice for just a laptop anyway! (and no it's not weird!)
ReplyDeleteI agree with you about Nikki's patterns - like a little personal tutorial. Love 'em!
that looks great - I think I'll need to make one of those!
ReplyDeleteI love the pavers too, a great holiday activity!