Thursday 27 January 2011

Zipper fear ...

... I don't tend to make much that requires a zipper, however I was really taken with the Origami Bags in AmyButler's Style Stitches Book and know I'd have to take the bull by the horns!

I was really please had it turned out (even if the sewing machine did throw a wobbly and some unpicking had to be done which resulted in the fabric getting torn!!) The beauty of it is that it opens out really wide, so you can actually see what's in there. This one's a present for my step mum but I'm sure I'll be making some more.
And a big congratulations to my dad and stepmum who celebrated their Silver Anniversary yesterday (the interior fabric of the bag looks a bit like the fabric my bridesmaid dress was made in!) A simply card for them.

4 comments:

Emma said...

Your bag looks v professional!! Re the woodgrain emboss folder, yes it was on eBay and they have more!

lisa said...

Very nice Fay : )

Lizzie said...

Very pretty bag, Fay. I also like how the zip goes right to the ends - so useful. I'm sure your step-mum will be very pleased to have such a lovely gift.

The card is gorgeous - simple, but pretty and nicely made.

A day of Triumphs really then!

♥ Audrey ♥ said...

Gorgeous colours you used on the bag. Luv the card.