Mom Purse Front

I finished Mom's purse. It looks better in person than in the picture. There is a flap to fasten it- with velcro so it is easy for her.

The design on the back is a little different. Since yellow is a favorite color of hers, I used more of it.


And inside it is lined with a lighter grey and has two contrasting pockets - all the better to be easier to see inside.

I hope she likes it.

Starting on Mom's Purse - Pieced Front and Back

Mom Purse Pieced Front and Back
Originally uploaded by GeneBlack

Mom saw the other purses and ooohed and aaahed. So I am making one for her.

On the left is the back, on the right is the front. I love it. This purse will be similar in design to the Nana Purse. I haven't decided on a closure yet. I am thinking maybe a magnetic catch or velcro for mom. I may call and ask her.

I am thinking that this pattern would make an awesome quilt.

Nana Purse

Another adventure in sewing today. After seeing the purses I have made for my nieces, my Nana (adopted grandmother) said "When are you going to make a purse for me?" So I asked what color and she said " Something dark, since I like to wear dark colors." Nothing is darker than black, so I got these two fabrics and dat down and designed a purse.

I love using the buttonhole feature and sewing on buttons with a machine. I have used a button on every purse so far. Maybe I should branch out and try some velcro or a zipper. I really think a button makes it pop a little bit more though.

Oh yes, it is lined in gray to make it easier to find things inside. And there are two pockets inside-done in the dotted fabric, just for fun.

Rag purse For my Niece

Rag purse For my Niece
Originally uploaded by GeneBlack

Surprise! My next project was NOT a quilt. Rather it was this rag purse for my niece. I am in the process of making the other niece a purse also. You see, the nieces' birthdays are one day apart in May.

You can click on the picture and go to my Flickr photostream to see the other side of this purse.