Sewing is definitely good therapy; I really needed to just get my head down and make something on Thursday; so with my lovely Christmas present Echino and my Noodlehead Go Anywhere Tote pattern, it was thankfully a no-brainer!
I found this pattern easier than the 241 Tote. Due to the heavier weight of the Kokka linen, I didn't need to add interfacing to every piece, and there are no tight curves to negotiate. My only gripe was turning through of the handles, (far superior brains than mine would know why this method is better than just folding and double folding), my fingers just aren't that strong, but I coped.
So this isn't just a 'Go Anywhere' tote, this is a 'Going there' tote!! Woo hoo!
PS. Things are starting to hot up over at the FQ London 2012 flickr group; if you are heading to the Retreat, make sure you join up and don't miss out; there's a Secret Name Badge swap to currently sign up for, a Fat Quarter swap to start thinking about and much much more.
I wish it wasn't Sunday night here, I'd get my own 'Go Anywhere' pattern out and start sewing. Love your version, that fabric is soooo cute!
ReplyDeleteOoh that reminds me - I bought the Go Anywhere pattern aaages ago! Need to get my Bag Lady hat on PDQ ;-) love the Kokka linen - as ever ;-)
ReplyDeleteThat is a smart bag. The handles look like they are part of the top? Probably have to be turned but I would also favour folding etc..
ReplyDeleteGorgeous - loved the fabric since I saw it on Lynne's blog! Must get a bag made for that event too! Thanks for the heads up about what is going on!
ReplyDeleteNow get your bag packed or you will be doing it at the last minute like me!
Your 'Go to London' tote is lovely. I will see it THERE. Di xo
ReplyDeletewish I was going...if only to see all the bags!! Will just have to "live" it through all your pictures ....REMEMBER to put the camera in the scrummy bag xx
ReplyDeletesounds like i need to hop over the the flickr group and get signing up! fab bag - looking forward to seeing it in person!
ReplyDeleteGreat Bag! Perfect for London! Jxo
ReplyDeleteOoh that looks really nice! I have the Go Anywhere pattern but I have not made a bag from it yet. I think now I will put it on my list ;-)
ReplyDeleteLove the bag! I am all signed up for the name tag and fat quarter swaps!
ReplyDeleteLove the bag, but I'm betting you'll need a suitcase... lol
ReplyDeletemy word verification was just "panterest" lol
I have this pattern too but haven't made a bag yet because at the time I bought it I was making so many bags for Christmas presents and then I forgot I had it.
ReplyDeleteAs it's highly unlikely I'll be going in June I won't need a bag for that, but I'm sure I'll find another excuse!
Looks great! I started making that bag yesterday and I couldn't agree more about the handles. But yours is lovely so it must have been worth it.
ReplyDeleteLove the bag!!!! Perfect fabric choice for the venue! :)
ReplyDeleteIt's perfect! What a great make.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the heads up on the FQ flickr site...I'm heading over right no!
Great bag, hope your fingers have recovered?
ReplyDeleteGreat bag and perfect for London! I best figure out which bag to make for me to bring.
ReplyDeletei used that fabric in black for a bag for sis-in-law in Oz, I was so glad I could use it practically whole rather than chop into it!
ReplyDeleteYeh baby!!
ReplyDeleteVery cool. I use forceps to turn things through, but I realise not everyone is a bearmaker that has these lying around ;o) They're very cheap though, and great for grabbing hold of teeny things and pushing out corners
ReplyDeleteOh hell, do I have to arrive in London with only homemade items?!! Couldn't I just bring a cake? But your bag looks fab so I will just look like a poor relation.
ReplyDeletelol forceps Katy C!! My first thought would have been obstetrician not bearmaker LOL
ReplyDeleteHadley this is fab ... love the Echino spot I spy inside??
I'm still scrimping the pennies for Retreat so am not joining in on flickr yet :(
Your bag looks fantastic! x
ReplyDeleteFabulous bag, I can see you filling it with lots of specials items from London.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! So perfect!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tips about Flickr, I've been bad about checking groups lately! I'm joining in both swaps but I already feel bad for the person getting a badge from me!!
I wish those people with brains smarter than mine (and apparently yours) would tell us why it is more better to turn the hand than to fold them over. I hate turning handles. I will avoid a pattern that calls for that. I have tried all different tools none of which are spectacular. Great back though. Sure wish I were going to be there. I am living vicariously through Leanne.
ReplyDeleteI am such an anglophile (is that the right word?) and love everything abut your blog. I'm happy to be a new follower. Deb.
ReplyDeleteperfect bag for your trip to london! ;)
ReplyDeleteLovely bag H...I'm counting the pennies & checking the flights, so fingers crossed I'll see the bag in real life soon! :)
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