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 19, 2010

What was I worried about again?

My first Birdie Sling is finished! And because naptime at our house was VERY productive the last two days, Birdie Sling has 2 sisters! That's right! Not 1, not 2, but I made 3 Birdie Slings this weekend!

So, without further ado, here they are!


I am so happy with the way they all turned out! And after all my trepidation about this pattern, I am not quite sure what exactly it was now that intimidated me. Once I actually sat down and read through the whole pattern, and read it again, and then read it again, (and again and again and again) it was pretty straightforward. The one thing that did suprise me though is the size...the Birdie Sling is a pretty big bag. The inside pockets are a must.

I have one more project I was able to work in this weekend, but I will wait and share a little bit later in the week! I can't wait to see what everyone else made over the weekend! I will be partying it up this week at the fun blogs I've liked to in my sidebar! Not only will you find fun sewing projects, but also you'll also find fun foods, furniture remodels and crafts! Enjoy!

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42 comments:

  1. ~Claire~September 19, 2010 at 6:14 PM

    That middle bag is gorgeous, LOVE the grey and yellow! Gotta love nap time!

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  2. GingerSeptember 19, 2010 at 8:55 PM

    I love these bags...is there a tut to follow? Thanks for linking up to Mad Skills Monday!

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  3. CecilySeptember 19, 2010 at 9:13 PM

    These are all great! I think the middle is my fav. Very pretty!

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  4. The SewistSeptember 20, 2010 at 12:16 AM

    Gorgeous Bag what pattern did you use to make it?

    And yeah totally agree that sometimes a pattern might look challenging at a first glance but after taking your time and reading it several times it simply clicks!

    Great job on the bags :)

    Mayya @ Sew Chic and Unique

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  5. jmtSeptember 20, 2010 at 10:23 PM

    I see that everyone is eyeing that gray and yellow too! :)

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  6. Misty @Creative ItchSeptember 21, 2010 at 9:36 AM

    Love these! Thanks for linking @Creative Itch's "Sew Cute Tuesday"!

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  7. Diane BohnSeptember 21, 2010 at 10:12 AM

    They turned out so cute!!! I really want to make this bag too! :)
    Thanks for sharing! :)

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  8. Katie @SwimBikeQuiltSeptember 21, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    Great bags!

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  9. Crafty HousewifeSeptember 21, 2010 at 4:45 PM

    Thanks so much for stopping by! I love this bag and would love to know where you got the pattern? This would make a great diaper bag for me and the newest little one due in December!

    Thanks for the ideas and I will definitely link back up when I make the cupcakes!

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  10. UnknownSeptember 21, 2010 at 6:10 PM

    Love them all!

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  11. UnknownSeptember 22, 2010 at 11:17 AM

    oooo love those colour combos especially the yellow and grey. wow, these are great!

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  12. PootleSeptember 22, 2010 at 11:59 AM

    These are lovely!

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  13. Macey at Olivia RennSeptember 22, 2010 at 9:14 PM

    These are so cute. I made this same bag a while back, it's great! I would love for you to join my linky party.
    http://oliviarenn.blogspot.com/

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  14. The Paisley AbbeySeptember 22, 2010 at 9:40 PM

    Those are great bags. The first is my favorite because I absolutely to the fabric on it!
    :)
    Courtney
    ThePaisleyAbbey.com

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  15. Macey at Olivia RennSeptember 22, 2010 at 10:25 PM

    Thanks for linking up! Here's my bag, it was my first big sewing project.

    http://oliviarenn.blogspot.com/2010/07/amy-bulter-handbag.html

    I really like the fabric you chose for yours, especially the grey and orange one!

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  16. QuiltstorySeptember 22, 2010 at 11:40 PM

    Love the bag! Thanks for linking up!

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  17. janimalSeptember 23, 2010 at 8:50 AM

    Love it when naptime is productive! Great bags.

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  18. UnknownSeptember 23, 2010 at 2:57 PM

    Wow, all 3 are beautiful! I found you via Paisley Passions Thrilling Thursday blog hop, and I'm now following you! Great job on the bags!

    Chrystal
    www.adornonashoestring.com

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  19. UnknownSeptember 23, 2010 at 4:24 PM

    Those bags are great! Thanks so much for sharing your project with us at Anything Related!
    {Rebekah}

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  20. Lori@Paisley PassionsSeptember 23, 2010 at 6:21 PM

    Love the shapes of those bags. They are so cute. Thanks for sharing your “creative mojo” with me on Thrilling Thursday. I hope you will be back again soon :)
    ~Lori S.
    Thrilling Thursdays @Paisley Passions

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  21. Brandy M. September 23, 2010 at 7:53 PM

    Love the top bag. Wish I had that talent.

    I am hopping in from Thursdays blog hops. Would love for you to visit back if you have time. Have a great Friday!

    http://giveawayblogdom.blogspot.com

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  22. trishSeptember 24, 2010 at 8:35 AM

    your bags are just gorgeous!!

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  23. JoleneSeptember 24, 2010 at 8:59 AM

    Love that top bag! It's the same fabric I used for my Amy Butler project.

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  24. KaseySeptember 24, 2010 at 8:59 AM

    They are so cute! I love the colors you chose.

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  25. pinksuedeshoeSeptember 24, 2010 at 9:05 AM

    Holy Productive Batman! I love the birdie sling too, it's the perfect shape. Your combo's are fantastic, nice work!

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  26. AmySeptember 24, 2010 at 9:09 AM

    So cute! I especially love the gray and orange one. I hope you are planning a tute to go along with because I would sure love to make one, too. :)

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  27. Susan J BarkerSeptember 24, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    I do like your bags, and since my eye likes the lines and zigzags make me happy, I will have to be contrary to most of your other commentors and choose the mauve/ziggs as my fav.
    I found you via 30 days link party -- will RSS feed you and be back for future visits...

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  28. LeslieSeptember 24, 2010 at 9:40 AM

    3 that is awesome!!! i love the grey and yellow bag

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  29. ktquiltsSeptember 24, 2010 at 9:42 AM

    Wow! Love them!! Way to go for those good nappers too!!

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  30. DeeSeptember 24, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    Love those naptimes where so much gets accomplished! Love the bags!

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  31. TashaSeptember 24, 2010 at 10:23 AM

    Love love Love. All three. They turned out so cute. Love your fabrics. Love the pattern. Love them. Happy weekend to you!

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  32. HayleeSeptember 24, 2010 at 10:26 AM

    Nice finishes. I'm amazed that you finished 3 of them.

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  33. MarySeptember 24, 2010 at 10:44 AM

    Very nice job! The first one is my favorite. So pretty!

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  34. Sara @ Sew SweetnessSeptember 24, 2010 at 11:58 AM

    Wow, I love them! The green with the purple floral is my favorite...it's gorgeous!!

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  35. UnknownSeptember 24, 2010 at 12:12 PM

    Beautiful bags! Thanks for visiting my blog!

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  36. KimberlySeptember 24, 2010 at 2:15 PM

    Wow! I am impressed. Three bags in one weekend is amazing! I love the top one the best. The handle print in the third one, I used the same print as lining in the modern Diaper bag I made. Ha!
    Lovely finishes!

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  37. Nina...September 24, 2010 at 7:13 PM

    Such lovely bags, gorgeous fabric combos. too!

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  38. Aunt SpicySeptember 26, 2010 at 10:39 AM

    They all turned out so well! Way to go!

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  39. KatieSeptember 28, 2010 at 11:12 PM

    Very lovely, I especially like the top one. I so need to learn how to use my machine better so I can say things like, "I whipped up three of these." Thank you for joining us at A Crafty Soiree! I hope you'll come back next week and link up again!

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  40. maliaSeptember 29, 2010 at 7:06 PM

    Hi Girl... LOVE this so much I am featuring it at A Crafty Soiree tomorrow! Hope you link up your latest project! Malia
    www.yesterdayontuesday.com

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  41. Jerri at Simply Sweet HomeSeptember 29, 2010 at 7:23 PM

    Such lovely purses! Great work!

    Thanks for linking up for Friday Favorites!

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  42. Elizabeth DacksonNovember 3, 2010 at 5:56 AM

    So pretty! And three of them? Wow. I'm impressed, that's some serious sewing right there! Thanks for sharing your bags!

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