I seem to have lots of unfinished projects at the moment. Most frustrating is my Jubilee bag. I made the patchwork Union Jack ages ago as part of the monthly Folksy challenge. But I made my strap the wrong width for my fitting. Rather than re-do (because i was rather please with my stitching!) I tried to order some alternative metal rings - that was 4 weeks ago, and they still haven't arrived. However, since patience isn't my strong point, I'm going to share it with you anyhow...
I seem to have a bit of a patchwork bug at the moment, because I've also made this lovely lilac and green bag.
I really must get down to some finishing-off today because I've signed up for two craft fairs over the next few weeks. One is online...
Waiting for supplies is so annoying as like you I have the patience of a gnat. Love the look of your bags and patchwork is so much fun
ReplyDeleteGlad it's not just me! Drives my hubby mad that i'm not more patient!
DeleteI love the patchwork union jack bag - hope it wont be too long till you get the right size fittings you need to finish the strap - but just wait it out as you have made a lovely job of this Mich x
ReplyDeleteThanks for the encouragement Mich. I had toyed with the idea of using a larger or smaller ring - but i know deep down that i won't be happy if i do!
DeleteBeautiful bags, as usual Helen! I don.t think any of us are very patient when it comes to waiting for supplies!! X
ReplyDeletethanks Tracy.
DeleteYour bags are really lovely Helen - great choice of fabrics and colours. The Union Jack one is really special. Hope you have a good week.
ReplyDeletethank you! Choosing the fabrics (or should i say buying them!) is the best bit
Deletethose bags are gorgeous! i especially like the Union Jack one, it really is something to be proud of :)
ReplyDeletei am also guilty of having many unfinished projects - it just takes one little hiccup for me to put something aside to get on with something else.. they then often then get completely forgotten about, only to be rediscovered months or even years later!! x
I still have my very first bag i tried to make to finish! One day....
DeleteLovely bags. I think 4 weeks for the rings to arrive is a long time and I would be impatient as well. Hope you sell lots at your craft fairs.
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely,especially the Union jack bag.
ReplyDeletethe union jack does seem to be popular. Frustrating not to have it finished.
DeleteThe jubilee bag is lovely. The patchwork on both is great. Good luck with your craft fairs. Ali x
ReplyDeleteUnfinished projects by the ton and now blogging is distracting me!! Add it to the list, facebook, twitter, pinterest and blogging...
ReplyDeleteI know how you feel. No time for sewing these days - too much time spent promoting, buying fabric, searching for ideas, keeping up on the forums or just general procrastinating (although that might encompass the previous two!)
DeleteBoth are gorgeous bags - good luck with the fairs x
ReplyDeleteI love the bags. I am no good at waiting for things as once I get an idea I want to see if it works.
ReplyDeleteLove the mix of florals, especially on the union jack bag- pink and blue is lovely together
ReplyDeleteGorgeous bags, no doubt these will be a bestseller!
ReplyDeleteLOVING the union flag bag. off to folksy to have a peek.....
ReplyDeleteBoth bags are lovely. Especially love the fabric you've used for the union jack.Hope the rings turn up soon to complete it. Good luck with the fairs
ReplyDeleteThe bags look great! So talented. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteYour jubilee flag bag looks lovely in those colours. Such a change from the usual red, white and blue. Hugs mrs a.
ReplyDeleteYour bags are great, I love the patchwork design. Good luck with both craft fairs.
ReplyDeleteJan x
My fastenings arrived yesterday - hurrah!!
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