Back in 2022 when I joined the Mini Series Sew Along, I had in mind to use the 4,5" unfinished blocks as focals for a collection of small drawstring gift bags, and I've finally made it happen. 16 in all - 15 sew along blocks + my first chevron block that was the wrong size. What a variety, right?
For the majority of the bags, I made use of stashed prints, though a few were made of solids - one each of Essex cotton-linen blend, textured cotton, and AG Kaleidoscope. It was my original intent to use Essex natural and quilt the exterior, like the first bag shown below; but when I realized I was low on that fabric, I figured why not use up some other stash?
The finished bags range from 6.5" wide x 8" tall to 8" x 10", all depending on the amount of a particular fabric I had.
It feels great to have that project finely completed, and a couple of the bags have already been gifted.... just as I'd hoped. I'm happy to have a stock of them, and I look forward to sharing more of them in the months ahead.
How fun is that! I love the various colors and prints and the fine piecing skills for the blocks, wow! Working in a series is a good way to fine tune skills isn't it?
ReplyDeleteWhere do you get your Essex cotton/linen blend?
These all make me smile - I love all the different fabric and block pairings!
ReplyDeleteI love your little blocks and your bags. The fabrics you choose for each bag playing with the block make each block happy :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely variety of bags. They are so very cute. Beautiful blocks in each!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I really enjoyed making them, and look forward to using them!
DeleteWhat a great idea! They are so fun to look at with the variety of fabrics and designs.
ReplyDeleteAh yes, definitely a good feeling to have made all these. Each of them looks great. I'm curious as to how you plan to use them. You know, practical me needs to have a reason for making something! :-)
ReplyDeleteYou are always so generous and kind! Could comment the same on your green stole and the letter quilt for your daugther...
ReplyDeleteSuch amazing bags for gifts. I am impressed with your ability to give them away. xo