Red, White and Blue Handbag

Another sewing project! I wanted a small shoulder bag to go with a particular outfit, but didn't want to spend much money. I had some plain off-white/cream fabric left over from an unused curtain, so I decided to use that with some heavy duty interfacing to stiffen it. I added navy and red stripes using ribbon stitched on to the panels before I stitched them together. I only had to buy a red zip, and a pair of metal clips / D-rings. total cost: less than £5. Bargain!

Winter Tote Bag

I like the size and softness of this slouchy winter tote bag I made. The fabric is a lovely textural one from Dunelm Mill, made up of strips of chenille and a silkier black cloth. I made the handles extra long for comfort and there's an inside pocket as well as an outside front pocket.

Tea Towel Tote Bag

Now I finally have somewhere to set up my sewing machine, I've been busy trying to improve my very basic sewing skills! I stitched this simple tote bag out of two (new) good quality tea towels (the appliquéd heart was already there - far too fancy for the kitchen!)