I love Japanese pattern books.  This is inspired by From Quilters Studio.  I drafted my own pattern and applique.  I used fleece interfacing to give it more structure. The fabric yo-yo I used is authentic vintage from the 1940's.  I think it looks better in person, the exterior fabric didn't photo that well, but I like the hand crafted look of it.
Thanks for looking!

I've sewn many a tote, but never a Messenger Bag.  It took a lot more time!  Here it is, I used a 1960s vintage print for the flap, pocket and lining facing.  I included a small cell-phone pocket on the inside.  I based this off a Vogue pattern, but made many changes to the size, lining and pockets. 

[$5 donation, 50% of which goes to Homeward Pet Adoption Center in Woodinville.]

Pre-Register  by January 17th for this event to make sure you're included.  Cost is $5.00 per swapper.    Register at www.iheartrummage.c om (click on Events)

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Help each other and yourselves by clearing out your old craft supplies and offering them up for grabs!

Have fun trading with other crafters. See old friends, make new friends, get cool stuff!

Snacks and beverages will be provided to add to the festivities!
 
Date: Saturday, January 20, 2007

Time: 2:30-5:30pm 

Location: Greenlake Library
7364 E. Green Lake Dr. N.
Seattle, WA 98115

 
$5 donation, 50% of which goes to Homeward Pet Adoption Center in Woodinville.
This is a no-kill, non-profit animal shelter dedicated to finding homes for the homeless.

www.homewardpet.org

Deadline for reservation: January 17, 2007

Hi,  I want to make sure this is correct before I actually cut into my beautiful vintage fabrics.  A Fat Quarter is 18 X 22 or 23".  So, I cut off 18" of fabric and then slice it up the middle to equal a Fat Quarter.  Is that correct? 
Thanks!

I just bought my own copy of the Rusted Root pattern and can't wait to start.  Has anyone done this in wool?  What yarns did you use?  Do you have photos?  Thanks!