Great lil bag!  The floral U is a wonderful touch (headachy to sew, I'd think) and nicely tied in to the lining.  The pattern is admirable and the bag so well made.  She should like it very much.

That's a very nice take on the knot bag.  The long handle is interesting, as it makes it a shoulder rather than the usual wrist bag.  Love the fabric.

A lovely little bag!  Nice fabrics and great composition.

Great job - beginner or not!

Orange swan, we are not all called to do the same thing.  You too played your part.  Your skill and determination were needed to make this come alive as the thing of beauty that it is.  Without them, it's an interesting design on a piece of fabric which could come to grief in less capable hands.  Be proud of what you have achieved and enjoy it .  Merry Christmas!

Nice bag.  Thanks for the tute info.

Great little bag!  The button closure is especially neat since it's reversible.  Love everything about it - fabric, straps, pockets, change purse.  You certainly covered all the bases.  Lucky girl!   

You sure did a good job in matching your fabrics.  What a stroke of luck that your grandma's piece fit in.

Very nice.  I like the first one too.  Great fabric.

May I ask what kind of machine you sewed it on?