The first thing I made a few years ago when I got back into sewing was a tote bag in Echino fabric. It's has lasted really well and hasn't really worn out, I just fancied a change. I've been wanting to make something from the Echino bird song fabric since it arrived and it just seemed perfect for a bag.
So here is the finished product, it's lined (in an attempt to make a dent in my fabric stash) and I made a pocket for my phone inside as I am always scrabbling around in the bottom of my bag for it.
I love this fabric, I think it might be my favourite Echino fabric at the moment, there is so much in the design to use. I would love to make my daughter a skirt from the dark pink leafy border on the bottom. And for myself, I was thinking the other side would make a great skirt too, something simple lined and A-line, what do you think? (modelled from the offcuts!)
(Note to self, wear shorter jeans)
or this way
or (great idea Stash Avalanche) this way
The grey already co-ordinates with your top- it's practically begging to become a skirt!
ReplyDeleteYay - thank you! I feel duty bound to make one now!!
ReplyDeleteI like that fabric as well and now I think you have given me an excuse to buy some - the bag is fabulous, and the skirt is pretty groovy too. What does it look like the other way up (pink at the top)? I think that could work too.
ReplyDeleteOh these fabrics are soooo lovely. They make my heart sing. The bag is beautiful! Love, Amanda xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks Amanda!
ReplyDeletelove the bag! Do you have a pattern to share? Skirt idea terrific!
ReplyDeleteHi Diane, I don't have a pattern, but it's a great idea - I will put something together and post it here when it's ready!
ReplyDeleteHello again! I received my order of fabric this morning...totally inspired by this post.Oh I love, love, love it! Thank you! It will be a handbag soon I promise! Love, Amanda xxx
ReplyDeleteI'd love a pattern for the bag too. Gorgeous fabric - can't wait to use it!
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