If you have caught up with my blog lately you will know that I've made the tough decision to give up making bags for the time being to pursue other things that make me happy.
It was an even tougher decision as I had just finished this custom bag for a lovely friend of mine. I have really pushed myself this year to not be afraid to dive in and try new designs and I'm proud to say I think I nailed that one.
As always I loved making this bag and loved the brief I was set by Michele. It took longer than I anticipated but I got there in the end......
Its a little bit ridiculous that I was so scared of zippered pockets, they weren't half as difficult as I thought they were going to be and this year they have appeared in every bag I've made.
Michele was as pleased with her bag as I was with the end result. I have no doubt in my mind that there will be more bags in the future but it will be as and when I feel the need to get back in the saddle so to speak.
I feel content that I "went out with a bang" with this bag, although it did make me question my decision to stop making bags. That was until I reminded myself of all the new projects/tasks that I was looking forward to getting started on.
I'm hoping all this practice with piping will stand me in good stead to get cracking on those cushions I was planning to make over a year ago!!! :D
So I leave you with this picture........
Bagladee xxx
Good luck with pursuing your other interests in the future and thank you for your blog. I have enjoyed reading about your progress with the bags and I have always been impressed with how perfect they look. One question I have always meant to ask you is where do you get your lovely embroidered labels from?
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