Here's the latest Lollapalooza sample I worked up, featuring the corded handles I made with the Cord Diva. I've had lots of requests for information concerning the pieced exteriors I've made for these bags.
So far, each bag has been a variation of the same technique. I actually considered including a description of the technique as part of the pattern itself, but decided against it. It would take too much space on the instruction sheets & since everyone wouldn't be interested in this technique, I decided against that plan. Instead, I'll upload
a detailed "Kat Trick" pdf after the pattern is released, but in the meantime, here's the low-down.1) You're going to need a gridded cutting mat, a rolling fabric cutter, and a LONG ruler.
2) Next, you'll need to choose your fabrics, the red sample shown above, showcases 4 contrasting fabrics, whereas the mudcloth sample shown to the right makes use of only 3, and the country paisley sample below utilized 7 pieces that I already had in my stash!
Of course if you want to, you can accomplished the pieced look of this bag exterior, by making a wedge-shaped template, and then cutting each piece out individually, but as many of you know, I HATE fussy, time-consuming embellishments. I can accomplish the same look and have fun in the process, so go get your fabrics together and let's hook back up in a day or two and we'll cut it all out! And don't worry about the fact that this new pattern hasn't released yet, because you can try this technique out on the Bellagio Bag, the Mezza Luna, the AbracaNiche or many other handbag, tote or apparel patterns that you already have in your closet right now!
See ya then and enjoy your weekend!
I can hardly wait to make this bag--I already have that CORD DIVA thingy - been watching for something to do with it - thanks for showing the samples....
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Beautiful! I love using my rotary cutting tools and coordinating fabrics in my stash. I look forward to the next installment.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning!
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