Sewing is a lot like life...sure, there are patterns for just about everything, but in order to love what you do, or love what you make, you have to change the pattern to make it your own regardless if the change is a fraction of an inch or the length of a yard. And more often that not, those choices you make to change the pattern do not work out exactly the way you hope. It can be frustrating and challenging, and sometimes you have have to rip it all apart at the seams and start completely over. Which requires patience. A lot of patience. But in doing so, you create something that is far more rewarding, and far more beautiful, then what you started with.

Sunday, September 26, 2010

Japanese Knot Bag

Earlier in the week I posted about a new fun project I found for using leftover fabric of at least a quarter yard....the Japanese Knot Bag (get the free pattern here)! Over the course of the last few days I have been able to go through my stash and find several combos I was able to put together over the weeked and I am sharing them this week!

I mentioned that these would be a great gift for the upcoming holidays...sisters, daughters, nieces, in-laws, girlfriends....everyone on your list! If you end of making one, please link up because I would LOVE to see them!

Here are the ones I worked on over the weekend (some I have included the open version so you can better see the interior fabric).






Retro Brown Flower (w/red interior)



Retro Brown Flower (w/yellow star interior)



Pink Polka Dots (w/small pink polka dot interior)


Black & White Garden (w/bright pink interior)


Purple Leaf (w/bright purple interior)

Green hexagon (w/bright yellow interior)


Multi-color (w/purple stained glass interior)


I am off on a quick 2 day business trip to LA, but I will be linking up at all the fun parties on my sidebar! A girl can party anywhere, right? Have a great week!
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22 comments:

  1. JillSeptember 26, 2010 at 10:39 PM

    These bags are gorgeous! I must have a look at the pattern and have a go!

    I'd love if you could link this up to my weekly Round Tuit party!

    hope your business trip went well

    Jill @ Creating my way to Success

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  2. UnknownSeptember 27, 2010 at 6:18 AM

    LOVE your choice of prints! Very cute.

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  3. KristinSeptember 27, 2010 at 8:02 AM

    Too cute! I'm your newest follower!

    Kristin :)
    Keenly Kristin

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  4. UnknownSeptember 27, 2010 at 8:16 AM

    Congratulations! I have chosen you as the recipient of The Versatile Blogger Award! Go to www.adornonashoestring.com to claim the award. :)

    Chrystal

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  5. UnknownSeptember 27, 2010 at 8:53 AM

    SO CUTE!! and they look within my skill to make, too. Definitely going in my inspiration folder.

    Kimra
    crafty-cove.blogspot.com

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  6. Kimberlee, The Spunky DivaSeptember 27, 2010 at 10:50 AM

    How fun are those! Love the fabrics you used.
    ~Kimberlee
    www.TheSpunkyDiva.blogspot.com

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  7. AmySeptember 27, 2010 at 11:28 AM

    These are soo cute!! I love the blue geometric shape fabric with the yellow lining!! Thanks for sharing!!

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  8. KristieSeptember 28, 2010 at 6:18 PM

    Wow, you were busy! I used this pattern as my Christmas gift go-to last year, and they were a hit. Great pattern, isn't it?

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  9. QuiltstorySeptember 29, 2010 at 1:13 AM

    Ooo so pretty, and you're right, they'd be a fab gift for pretty much anyone! Thanks so much for sharing and the link!

    Thanks for linking up, see you next week! :)

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  10. AmnahSeptember 29, 2010 at 1:07 PM

    Very cute! I'm going to have to add this one to my "ideas to try" file.

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  11. KimMalkSeptember 29, 2010 at 3:12 PM

    How cute and clever these are. You selected really nice fabric combinations, too.

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  12. Heather @ Life Made LovelySeptember 29, 2010 at 9:54 PM

    love your fabric combinations! very lovely :)

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  13. khristian a. howellSeptember 30, 2010 at 9:54 PM

    Great Bag!

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  14. Lori@Paisley PassionsOctober 1, 2010 at 8:49 AM

    I simply adore these bags!!! Thanks SO much for joining in on Thrilling Thursdays @ Paisley Passions. I love to see the creative talent of other fellow bloggers. Hope you will stop by again soon :)
    ~Lori S.
    Thrilling Thursdays @Paisley Passions

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  15. thebirdflockOctober 1, 2010 at 12:10 PM

    How fun! I am going to put these on my list to make. I love the black and white one:)

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  16. Kissyface KreationsOctober 1, 2010 at 1:53 PM

    These bags are gorgeous, I especially like the pattern of black and white garden. It's great to have found you on New Friend Fridays at The Girl Creative or The Trendy Treehouse.

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  17. MiriOctober 1, 2010 at 4:56 PM

    WOW! These are really beautiful bags!

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  18. LarriOctober 2, 2010 at 7:04 AM

    Very lovely! I can't decide which is my favorite. Visiting from Sew&Tell. Thanks for sharing. Happy Sewing! :o) Larri at Seams Inspired

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  19. Rene'October 4, 2010 at 6:04 PM

    Cute bags. Haven't seen this pattern before. Thanks for sharing!

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  20. BethOctober 4, 2010 at 9:36 PM

    Love the color choices!

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  21. KatieOctober 6, 2010 at 7:43 PM

    Thanks for sharing your knot bags on A Crafty Soiree! You were busy, so many different fun fabrics! I bet you have a the perfect bag for every outfit. I hope to see you next week too!

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  22. gift ideas for menSeptember 21, 2011 at 1:32 AM

    Combo of those fabric is excellent. I used this same pattern as my Christmas gift go-to last year, and they were a hit. Great pattern which is totally stunning.

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