Chemisette handbag
A month or so again I tested the pattern for Craftapple’s lovely Chemisette Handbag. And now the pattern has been released!
It’s a lovely pattern, easy and fast to assemble, with pretty gathered/pleated detail across the front. Linda generously sent me the fabric in the above photo as a thank-you; isn’t it gorgeous! Clare is trying to lay claim to it, but she’s not going to succeed! Here is my version of the bag:
The fabric is from the Zazu line by Tina Givens for Westminster Rowan fabrics (and I bet that Nikki has the same fabric in a different colourway – this happens to us constantly!) And here’s the inside:
There’s a magnetic strap closure, two interior pockets, topstitched handles, and interfacing (and some fusible wadding) throughout for structure. I really enjoyed making this bag, and I’ll definitely be making more. Thanks so much to Linda for being such a terrific person to test sew for and for such a nice bag pattern!
What a lovely bag – thankyou for sharing!
I think I’ve just found my new summer handbag!!
Off to check out Craft Apple right now.
looking lovely, that blossom is fab in yr garden and that fabric u got is cute
Loving that bag pattern. Off now to see more.
this bag is GORGEOUS!!!
That’s a great bag. I love the pretty gathering on the outside. The print is beautiful too.
Brilliant pattern. Love the fabric you used! Being a pattern tester sounds like so much fun
Yet again Lara – your sewing is wonderful – I love the fabric haven’t seen anything like that around our way – the pattern looks wonderful
Simply divine! Well done, I think I need to check out that pattern…
Ummmm…. yep. I have those prints in the green and peach colourways!!
Hi Lara
Just popped over from Craft Apple to take a look at your version of the Chemisette Handbag – yours is Stunning, you’ve done a beautiful job.
Blessings
Janelle xx
Very pretty! I’ve been reading (and enjoying) Craft Apple for a long time. BTW, where do you get your labels made? (If you’ve already posted about them…sorry!)
Great bag! I love the owl and tree fabric in the first photo. Where did you find it?
I’m so glad it made it to you! Thanks again for test-sewing – you are an excellent seamstress and a great pattern tester! Thanks so much!
I love that bag!!! I’m going to have to get the pattern and make my daughter and I one!
Lara, I love that bag – I am a sucker for pleats.
gorgeous! i am so envious of your sewing skills! wow!
Another lovely bag! You have such accurate sewing skills and even remember to sew in labels before sewing pockets in! Impressed.
too cute! Love it hanging on the cherry blossom.
Beautiful bag. Are you able to share which designer the fabric is from? (it’s gorgeous!)