Finally some sunshine

yesterday so that I could snap a couple of pictures of a cute and quick bag I just finished.

This is the 'Dapper Day Bag' from Meg McElwee's book, Sew Liberated.
I used some thrifted denim and vintage heavy weight cotton to make my version. I love the simplicity of this design and the added kick that the pleats and piping give it.


As in the original, I used a magnetic snap for the closure and then for my own extra "touch" I made a self cover button to match the piping and top stitched the bag handle with a twin needle. Simple and fun.

Comments

  1. dutchcomfortJune 9, 2010 at 11:58 AM

    Gorgeous bag, Katherine! Love the piping and the button! The icing on the cake!

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  2. meriJune 9, 2010 at 12:57 PM

    Beautiful! The piping is perfect

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  3. willywagtailJune 9, 2010 at 3:43 PM

    That looks sooo good!

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  4. Chookyblue......June 9, 2010 at 4:39 PM

    great bag Katherine........and I love using magnetic clips.......

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  5. Mrs A.June 9, 2010 at 6:15 PM

    Love your spotty piping and the yellow material is divine. A real show stopper!!!

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  6. Days and colorsJune 10, 2010 at 12:58 AM

    A lovely bag and the piping looks so perfect! Your work is beautiful!

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  7. Brenda Leyland @ Its A Beautiful LifeJune 10, 2010 at 10:52 PM

    oh how pretty............ you have the most beautiful ideas!

    And yes, today I sat with my mom and sister for a few minutes in the sunlight on my mom's deck... it was wonderful to feel its warmth!

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  8. JanellybellyJune 14, 2010 at 4:07 AM

    Oooo, pretty - you know how much I love bags, your new one is gorgeous!

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