Ikea stash
Oh my goodness, I went to Ikea! And instead of buying household items that I didn’t go there intending to buy (have you ever noticed that at Ikea, like at Bunnings, you go to buy one thing and leave with ten?) I got some fantastic fabrics to make some bags.
All terrific furnishing weight co-ordinating cottons that were way cheaper than most other fabrics I have seen lately. So, any suggestions as to the best shape of bag for these?
Mum, I know that you are reading my blog – which do you fancy for a Mother’s Day bag? Or will I delve into the rest of the stash and find something unexpected?
There are actually a few websites devoted to creative ways of using Ikea products. Lots of the craft and fabrics ideas are terrific!
This evening’s task – to draft out some bag patterns (never mind the ironing, unpacking the dishwasher, and other such domestic duties). Could be another late night!
Hi Lara,
As a never ending bag maker I have one tip to share. Draft up your pattern on kitchen towels (aper towels) they have a good drapability (is that a word) and allow you to pin and unpin without disintergrating. We have two types at our place – cheap nasty ones for using in the kitchen and slightly better ones for using in the sewing room (good for small things like doll clothes etc. too).
I am jealous of your ikea stash !!!
Thank you Jodie! It’s great to be able to pick your brain (as you know, I am new to bag making). Any tips also regarding how much interfacing to use, or what type? And should I interface main fabric and lining, or just one depending on fabric weight? Or is it trial and error?
You may need to plan a trip to Ikea next time you’re in Melbourne!