May 25, 2015

The New Girlfriend Bag from Imazzpatterns






I have been so busy and I have so many completed bags to show you.  Today, I get to share a new bag from Imazzpatterns that I have recently tested.  I love hearing the stories about the inspiration behind the bags that designers create.  This one made me chuckle.  Imaz's daughters "demanded" this bag and "helped" her to create it.   They knew what they wanted and it was up to mom to figure out how to go about it. Lucky girls to have a mom who could do just that!  Here is the Girlfriend Bag.






It is a small, but well thought out bag, with room for all the essentials.  It measures 6" high and 8" wide.  Think of two pouches sewn together with a secret compartment created between them.  One pouch has a zipper top and one pouch is open.  The pouches are then covered with a flap with a magnetic closure.





Here you can see the two pouches and the compartment in between them.



Inside the open pouch is an optional zippered pocket that I chose to add.  I have made hundreds of these pockets but this one is done differently from the way I am used to doing them.  This new method makes it an easier sew, and since this pattern is for the confident beginner /intermediate sewist, it makes it perfect.  The bag has an adjustable 3/4" strap.  Since there are so many layers coming together, Imaz says to avoid heavier weights of fabrics.  I have used all quilting cottons.  When I make it again, I will try adding fusible fleece to just the flap, front panel and back panel but cut the fleece down so it is not in the seams.

This is a cute, and practical bag.  It is,also, a quick and easy sew.  That makes it a great choice in my mind and I will be making more.

You can find the pattern on craftsy here  or on etsy here..







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14 comments:

  1. kathyMay 25, 2015 at 9:11 AM

    Your fabric choices make me want to sew this.
    Great job as usual.

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    1. MarilynMay 25, 2015 at 10:03 AM

      Thanks, Kathy. I want to do more of these, too. I think a lot of girls will want these...phone fits, lipstick or gloss fits, and money, debit card and ID fits.

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  2. Rochelle @ eSheep DesignsMay 25, 2015 at 11:49 AM

    Yes, what is it about travel-themed fabrics (and a splash of red) that makes me like a bag?? Curious though - the last photo seems to show a navy lining whereas the black in the previous photos shows very black... you didn't actually make two bags already did you?

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    1. MarilynMay 25, 2015 at 1:44 PM

      No navy blue in this one...it is black. Only one bag...so far.

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  3. Norma's Bag BoutiqueMay 25, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    Nice job! Of course you needed a red interior for a black and white bag. Good that you've kept yourself busy sewing.

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    1. MarilynMay 25, 2015 at 10:42 PM

      Thanks, Norma. I really do love red with black and white!

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  4. imazzMay 26, 2015 at 8:20 AM

    Thanks for testing this pattern for me. The bag is meant for casual wear and it goes very well with jeans and T-shirt. Girls will definitely love this kind of bags.
    Your bag is awesome as usual. I love the fabric choice too. The red lining looks very classy.
    I look forward to see more of your creations.

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    1. MarilynMay 26, 2015 at 10:32 AM

      Thanks, Imaz. I certainly loved testing this one for you. I love it!

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  5. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioMay 26, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    I love that fabric Marilyn. A very nice looking bag.

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    1. MarilynMay 26, 2015 at 10:31 AM

      Thanks, Daryl. I may have to make another for me.

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  6. MOMENTS DesignsMay 28, 2015 at 7:02 PM

    You never cease to amaze me...I have yet to see a bag i don't like !
    Beautiful!!

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  7. MarilynMay 28, 2015 at 8:58 PM

    Thanks, Liz. I can say the same thing right back at you. You never disappoint.

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