I have tested bag patterns for many independent designers which I really love doing. By my side was Liz, testing for many of those same designers. Now, guess who is designing bag patterns? Yes, Liz, from Moments. I have been excited to be one of her testers through her first two releases, Up, Up & Away Passport Wallet and The Fine and Dandy Pouch. But now, she has released her first handbag pattern in two styles. Introducing Eve...
The first version of Eve is one with a flap. I made mine from two different faux leathers with quilting cotton for the interior.
If you have been wanting to try faux leather, this could be the pattern for you. Liz gives lots of tips throughout for sewing with faux leather. The bag can be made with cottons as well. The back mimics the front design.
Liz includes patterns for a faux leather overlay for the inside zipper.
I love the linings in Liz's bags. She uses a special technique to keep them fitted and snug to the bag.
The second version I did was with a zipper top instead of the flap. It is made from upholstery fabric, faux leather and cotton for the interior. These three fabrics are from three different places, purchased at three different times. It amazes me sometimes when things just match. My explanation of that is that I must just tend to migrate to certain shades of colors that I love.
You will really enjoy making this one. The pattern is clear and concise with many pictures along the way. You can purchase the pattern here on craftsy. Can't wait for the next pattern from Moments.
It has been fun to watch the progression of Liz moving into the Design phase. :) I always enjoyed testing alongside her.
ReplyDeleteYour bags are really awesome. The purple one is so classy, and the taupe bag has fantastic fabrics, too.
Thanks, Krista. Can't wait to see what other ideas Liz has floating around in her brain. I love this one.
DeleteThank you for the lovely review and for being on my testing team.
ReplyDeleteYour bags are always awesome !
My pleasure, Liz. I really enjoyed this one. Now, back to work!!
DeleteJust gorgeous as always Marilyn!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Daryl. I just love how the lining fits in this bag. Attention to detail.
DeleteGreat versions!! I was a bit "under the weather" during the weekend and tody Monday is that I first see this great design. Liz did a great job. Your versions as always stunning! Love both equally so couldn't pick a favorite. They are both very classy, I think.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Norma. Hope you are feeling better.
DeleteI've been seeing this bag on FB, so I figured you must have tested it, too. :) Beautiful job, as always! I love your fabric choices! This looks like a great design... I love the inside touches, too. I'm sure with all the bag-making that Liz has done, she really knows how to write a good pattern. I must try one sometime soon!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Candy. The lining in this bag fits better than any other bag that I have made without adjustments. It makes it look neat and clean and I'm loving the overlay over the inside zipper. It's a great pattern.
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