The two things that were going so wrong in the last post are sorted. The zip problem - well, I interfaced the fabric until it was unable to do any shifting and that sorted it. The fusible batting and (not)bond(ing)aweb we couldn't exactly fix so it was just a matter of time and effort to re-fuse the batting every line and stitch very slowly checking each and every petal. It's still a Work In Progress.
However. The finished bag... made to order for a fabulous mate with a paisley obsession....
It's Lisa Lam's Reversible bucket bag, but not reversible as it now has internal pocket with zip, internal pocket for mobile, pen, passport etc, ZIP CLOSURE (woohoo!) key rope & clip, plastic bag bottom and plastic tubing handles. Just a few wee alterations then....
Another finish is a project that mum and I worked on together at the start of the year (well, mum worked I bossed a whole lot) our Sirrius Spring Quilt. In case you've forgotten (I wouldnt expect you to remember everything you read here. Just most of it.) it is so called as we were making it in the middle of a Harry Potter Marathon... You try 2 HP films a night including dvd extras and see if you can still say Citrus...
As is usual for this time of year, especially in this ole house, there is no daylight, and very little room, and poor interior lighting too, so these photo's are pretty good with all that in consideration...
Its another Kate Conklin pattern called "Off the rails". We used klona Ash and a selection of citrus-ish coloured prints. I especially love how the orange binding works and how the quilting turned out - we did random straight lines all over it at all sorts of different angles, in a bright orange variagated thread!
And finally, number 3 of 3 but the first one I've remembered to take a photo of - a series of mini quilts I was asked to make a shamefully long time ago. All done now tho! Phew!
Meanwhile I have 2 zippys to finish, 2 totes to finish, 2 scarves to make, 2 quilts to bind, 2 cushions to make, and a secret santa to sort out. Odd how there's ended up being two of most things! So, best get on with it eh. Dont we just love Christmas?!
Wow, you've been very busy indeed. I really like the bucket bag. The extra zips and the new handles make it really very different. I love that about bag patterns. You start with the basic shapes and then add or take away details until you get *your* perfect bag.
ReplyDeleteToo much goodness to comment on one thing. I am an overload of loving it all. So pleased you had such a productive time with your mum. Isn't it lovely that you can share this sewing thing with her!
ReplyDeleteMissed your previous post, which I just read-glad you got that sorted. Live your projects, especially the bucket bag, I have made a few: they're great to do
ReplyDeleteWhat a lot of lovely makes. You and your mum have had a sewing fest. Di x
ReplyDeleteWow! Nuff said! Ok, gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYou've got some lovely makes. I really like your colourful mini quilt. What was the fusible batting you are using? I ask because I was about to try a 96" square quilt with hobbs fusible and I'm hearing bad things about fusible batting everywhere lately :(
ReplyDeleteWoot to the finishes, all looking fab! Good luck with the list!
ReplyDeleteAre all those 2's going into the Ark?! Your bag is to die for, and LOVE the Constellation quilting on Sirrius! Fab! And that mini - oh my! Your mum certainly brings out your talent in bucket loads! Jxo
ReplyDeleteI loooove the citrus quilt! Kate's patterns are fab, and it just works awesomely in those colors. And that mini is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteGreat list of finishes. You've been busy. My favourite is the mini quilt - gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWell done, great teamwork! Just another six nights and the days start drawing out, then you'll start getting a bit more daylight! Good luck with the list!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a great pile of finishes, wee yin! I love Sirius (he's my fave, y'know) but my heart is fluttering over that tree mini. Such pretty embroidery once again. Clever clogs.
ReplyDeletePhew indeed.
ReplyDeleteLove Sirrius, great colours, love the mini, 'specially the stitching, and love the bag - that 3 loves!
I am extremely impressed with all your lovely finishes, but especially the bag *in awe*
ReplyDeleteAll fabulous - when are you planning to sleep.....not that it is always planned. Looking forward to seeing all those makes, wow. Juliex
ReplyDeleteY'all got quite a bit done! Lovely things at that.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous - tell me do - was the bucket bag easy? hard? I love that bag!
ReplyDeleteThe Sirrius quilt is just what you want for summer - or to remind you of the one we didn't have this year!
Oh my, that is a bit of a list there. I love the mini and the Sirrius quilt. That bag out of the new liberty fabric is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteYou did great with your Mum there, now on with your ark-load of makes! xxx
ReplyDeleteWell done! That's so much work. Love everything but the tree and mini quilt looks even better than I expected. I thought it might look too busy but it's brilliant. I'm glad it's finally finished though, I was getting stressed on your behalf! Sorry haven't phoned yet - Elaine's been a bit off colour.
ReplyDeleteIs that the final mini for the builder? It's marvellous! The bag looks fabulous (what great colours!) and Sirrius is terrific (love the quilting). Well done you and your mam! Hope the sod of a quilt goes smoothly from here on out...
ReplyDeleteI have Lisa's book bible and am desperate to make something from it. I love your bucket bag and the quilt is gorgeous - bad light or not!
ReplyDeleteWell done, what an amount of work though! We all seem to be in the same boat! It just doesn't seem to matter how early we start we all seem to have a shed load of stuff to finish at the end :)
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