Unfortunately, it's other types of fabrics that seem to call my name.
I decided to re-do the tote that I had switched the measurements around on before. I had wanted to make something that was out of a fashion fabric instead of a quilting fabric and it was equally rewarding as it was challenging. I've had it in my closet for so long, never having the nerve to cut into it. I bring it out from time to time to touch it and think of all the things I could do with it. But then it laughs at me and I get intimidated by it and put it away. It's thin, slippery, and a bit stretchy. It's very hard to cut or iron straight. It's flowy and soft... wait... someone please tell me why I chose this fabric???
Um, hello? Because it's gorgeous! :)
I used the free Pink October pattern from www.mamaspocketbook.com. I omitted the pocket (i was afraid it would take away from the fabric, but I'm wishing I had left it) and I added a magnetic snap closure (my first try!). It has an interfaced lining and I also adhered a stiff felt-type interfacing to the outer fabric to give it some body. The handles were quite a challenge. I also put the felt stuff in the middle of the handles but getting them straight and even wasn't easy. At any rate, I am proud of myself for standing up to the challenge and breaking out of my comfort zone. It was worth it.
"I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I--
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference"
...Robert Frost
: Quilting
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