One of my favourite go-to patterns is the Lined Drawstring Bag by Jeni @ In Color Order. Jeni shares a free tutorial for one of the sizes, but you can purchase the pattern to get eight different sizes.
I decided to try the Tiny size. I need a small bag to carry my mouth guard when I travel. It's usual plastic case is too bulky and cumbersome (includes a repair kit built into the bottom). I love the fabrics!
I decided to use fusible fleece on the exterior panels for some padding. I was going to put more fusible fleece on the interior panels, but I didn't feel that it would be padded enough. So I jumped in with both feet and used Pellon Flex-Foam instead. I didn't have a clue what I was doing, so I made it up as I went along. I think things would have gone a lot more smoothly with a larger-sized bag.
I'm happy with the results, but I'm not sure it's padded well enough. But really, it just needs to be protected while in my luggage. So all is good. The bag finishes approximately 4.5 x 3.25 inches.
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What a cute finish; I would never have guessed it was as small as your listed dimensions! Also, great orange prints. :)
ReplyDeleteSew cute!!! I'm sure the Flex-Foam will add a good bit of padding.
ReplyDeleteThat is super cute!! Great colours!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute little bag!
ReplyDeleteYour bag is adorable. I love that pattern, but I've never made one that small. What a great idea on the flex foam. I hope it works well for you. Thanks for hosting TGIFF!
ReplyDeleteThis is a cute bag :)
ReplyDeleteSweet and juicy finish!!! Love it.
ReplyDeleteThat bag is so sweet Anja! Great fabrics, and I agree, it will work for your mouth guard, no problem.
ReplyDeleteLove this little bag, perfect size for your needs and it goes without saying that the colours are amazing. You have such great taste.
ReplyDeleteHi Anja, that's a cute bag and very lovely fabric.
ReplyDeleteYour little bag is so cute! I have the lined drawstring bag pattern and love it except (this is consistent for drawstring bags) I somehow have trouble operating drawstring bags?! I find them really difficult to close, somehow.
ReplyDeleteIt's a great little bag. I love it.
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