Linen & Flowers

Being a newer sewer I rarely see a project and think, "I can do that".  Except the June issue of Martha which showed how to make a bag out of a pillowcase.  I read through the instructions several times and decided to make this bag instantly.  Since all my pillowcases are white, dingy cotton I used some linen and made a pillowcase shape.  The rest was incredibly easy and the results are perfect.  I love my new bag.  It's kinda nice that my skill level matches my taste.

I made a second bag out of this gifted fabric for a friend's birthday and she was floored.  Not only that I made it, but she loved it. I think it is my first sewn gift.

Cheers all!

Comments

[shari]

i love these hayley. i noticed the pattern in the msl too and thought once again, "wow, i wish i knew how to sew." cheers!

[gracia]

A bag from a pillowcase... how clever is that? Yes, I must give these a try too.
see you, g

[Jenny]

What a great idea. I followed your link and am going to make one.

[Nubiancraftster]

Wow, it has been a long time no see Haley. i saw you bag on flickr and decided to congratulate you on your new sewing prowess. I looks wonderful. Love the linen