Friday, 8 February 2013

Decisions, decisions

One of the best things about our new flat is that it's across the road from our friends Dave and Raych. When we first moved in it felt a bit like being back in halls at university - being able to pop by and see people so easily, instead of having to make plans like boring grown-ups! Alongside their many other wonderful qualities, Dave and Raych are great because they have a shower. We, on the other hand, currently have a building site/bathroom with no shower and a lot of mess. So they have very kindly been letting us pop by to use theirs.

I had been wondering whether I could make them something as a thank you, and then they mentioned to my hubby that whenever they have loads of things to think/decide/pray about, they put them all in a hat, draw out one and discuss that one. Perfect! I had been waiting for an excuse to try out Jeni's drawtsring bag tutorial, and this was it.

First up, cutting.

The fake patchwork fabric was a birthday present from my good friends Matt and Kirsten.
It's perfect for Raych, and I'm sure Dave will be OK with it!

Next was the exciting bit - getting to use my new embroidery hoop! It was a Christmas present from my in-laws, and I loved using it. I felt a bit like I was in Pride and Prejudice :)


Then I sewed the pieces together...


... and, ta da! One lovely little bag.


Jeni's tutorial was great. Very clear and simple to follow. I'd definitely recommend you give it a go! I gave the bag to Dave and Raych a little while ago while on one of my many pop-round-for-a-shower trips, and Raych described it as the prettiest bag she'd ever seen. So I think it's fair to say it was well received!

Gotta love the button fabric

I'll be linking up to Finish It Up Friday and TGIFF (hosted by Kit) and checking out what everyone else has made too :)


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12 comments:

  1. Fran8 February 2013 at 08:27

    That's so cute! I love all those fabrics you've used.

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  2. Marit8 February 2013 at 11:14

    What a nice touch to add the personalized embroidery! Great finish!

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  3. MsMidge8 February 2013 at 11:44

    That is one VERY pretty little bag :)

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  4. Amy's Crafty Shenanigans8 February 2013 at 17:14

    What a beautiful bag - well done!! Popping in from TGIFF :)

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  5. Cathy Tomm8 February 2013 at 18:51

    Great bag. Love the fabric and a great gift.

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  6. Kirsten8 February 2013 at 19:59

    I wish we were organised enough with our decision making to justify a bag like this - so pretty! Well done again Emma!

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  7. Anonymous8 February 2013 at 23:09

    cute project, love the colors

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  8. Kit Lang8 February 2013 at 23:37

    Your little bag is very sweet!

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  9. Allison9 February 2013 at 01:57

    very pretty bag :) how nice to have such good friends close by!

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  10. April9 February 2013 at 02:27

    what a sweet gift! and pride and prejudice is one of my favorites!

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  11. Lynette10 February 2013 at 13:11

    This is a perfect gesture. And you made such a nice one - the personalization is a great touch. :)

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  12. SarahZ10 February 2013 at 16:03

    I love Jeni's tutes, too! Fun use of the drawstring bag! I also appreciate a good shower, when and where I can find it.... ;)

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