30 June 2009

Some of my bags

I want for this raffle to be a success. I think that for that to be so, you have to believe that I am a capable seamstress (otherwise, why would you want a bag that I made for you?). So, here are a few of my recent bag projects:

I'd love to hear what you have to say about them! Don't forget to throw yourself into the hat for the raffle!!!
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13 comments:

  1. KnitasticMay 20, 2009 at 7:59 PM

    Hi Jenn,

    Great idea... I love the bags you have displayed. My top 3 choices would be:
    1. Secured Top (zipper, closeur of some sort that does not snag the yarn) to keep the knitting inside and unwanted items outside.
    2. Plenty of pockets for all the notions.
    3. Inside lining that makes it easy to see into the bag. Nothing too dark.

    For a project bag:
    1. grommet (spelling) to be able to pull yarn through.
    2. Snag free zipper
    3. Small pocket inside for notions.

    Thanks,
    Robbin

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  2. moosmutzelMay 20, 2009 at 8:57 PM

    For a knitting bag

    1) at least two seperate big parts on the inside - one for projects one for personal things, like wallet etc.
    2) Adjustable handle (long to short)
    3) Needle holders in different sizes or made of elastic (the one knitting bag I have has fabric needle holder loops that are all to big for my needles)

    WIP bag

    1) drawstring
    2) hook to attach it to bigger (knitting bag)
    3) very flexible material that the bag itself is not to bulky

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  3. Valerie JMay 20, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    I love the drawstring bag at the bottom of your samples.

    My wishes would be for hook or loop to be able to attach it to another bag or belt....waterproof like nylon which would also make it lightweight...a adjustable big opening so you can open it all the way to see inside & to fit a larger skein without squishing it.

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  4. AnonymousMay 20, 2009 at 10:47 PM

    HMMMM Lets think, Well,
    1. Large opening to pull things out,
    2.Inside pockets for needles
    3. Large outer pocket for magazine or patterns.
    WIP:
    Drawstring
    easily washable fabric
    Inner pocket for small items

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  5. MicheleStitchesMay 21, 2009 at 2:32 AM

    Your bags look lovely. I sew and I am pretty picky! Your fabric choices work well together and your workmanship looks professional from what I can see. Keep up the good work!

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  6. operaknitterMay 21, 2009 at 3:36 AM

    I like the second bag with the wider shoulder.

    My ideal bag would have:

    1) a large bucket-styled mouth with draw-sting closure. (Some cute beads or buttons on the ends.)
    2) An equally large base so that the bag can "sit" by itself on the floor, or wherever you´re knitting. Something like a knitting basket.
    3)) Should still be collapsable to store and soft sided for traveling.
    4) Water proof on the outside? I´m usually on foot, wouldn´t want my knitting to get wet, heaven forbid! Also in case I spill coffee or anything on it (horror!)and this way it´s easy to clean.
    5) Inside should have tons of pockets along the side of the "bucket". Long enough for straight needles, some shorter ones for dpns, and other things like stitch markers, pins.
    6) How about attaching a tape measure somehow? A knitter can always use one. And a little "key chain" holder for keys as well as sissors maybe?
    Outside pocket for purse and cell phone.
    7) Fabric should be bright and modern-looking. No Granny bags please.
    8) handles could either be cloth or how about a "Gucci"-stlye bamboo type of round handles?
    9) Inside soft, non-scratchy for yarn. Reversable, maybe?
    10) Has to be inexpensive enough to want to "collect". Different ones for different projects? Fabric could be themed by colors or something?
    11) Sometimes I like to pin buttons on the outside of my favorite quilted one like from Ravelry, or wherever. Has to be forgiving enough fabric for that.
    12) What also could be cute is personalize the bag with monograms on the outside? a la LLBean?
    13) Lastly, pockets, pockets and more pockets. For everything!!!

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  7. HomeschoolinMomMay 21, 2009 at 10:12 AM

    What beautiful bags you've made! I don't currently have a real knitting bag and have been looking for the "perfect" bag for a while now, but have yet to find it. Here are some of the features I am looking for in a knitting bag:

    1) Roomy without being overly big. I'd prefer it to be deeper rather than tall and wide (if that makes sense).

    2) Lots and lots of pockets, both inside and out of various sizes.

    3) It MUST close at the top so that the contents don't spill out and so that cats (and kids) can't get in easily. Velcro is obviously a no-no and I'm not a fan of zippers either. I think a drawstring top would be best.

    4) Ideally, the fabric should be cotton and/or silk (I'm a fiber snob, can you tell?) but also needs to be washable in a pinch.

    My requirements for the WIP bag are essentially the same:

    1) It should have a carabiner so that it can easily attach to various things such as purse handles, belt loops, etc.

    2) Again, lots of pockets

    3) Again, a drawstring top

    4) Again, made of washable cotton/silk

    What a great idea! Thanks for letting us give you input!

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  8. gaelaMay 22, 2009 at 12:37 AM

    Your sewing skills are very apparrent, these are just lovely bags and wips and needle holders. Funny, I've been trying to come up with the perfect bag myself for a while, so this will be great in many ways. 1) large, round, bucket style, and deep 2)pockets all the way around the bottom of the bag, and the pockets can be different heights with the lowest being just a bit lower than halfway up. 3)straps that are wide enough and long enough to carry as a shoulder bag. 4)could also be carried as a backpack.

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  9. DottyMay 22, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    For a knitting bag, it must have the following 3 things:

    - a gusseted zippered divider in the middle; about a 30/70 split would be ideal
    - must stand up on its own when opened (some sort of heavy duty stabilizer needed)
    - weather resistant outside fabric

    For a project bag, my perfect bag would be:
    - see-through
    - drawstring top
    - stays standing when open

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  10. AnonymousMay 27, 2009 at 12:58 AM

    Thanks for starting this contest! :)

    My three suggests for a perfect knitting bag:

    1) Large, messenger style bag with a sturdy magnetic snap closure (so project is secured inside with out worrying about zipping your yarn!)

    2) large outer pocket on the back for slipping in a magazine or book

    3) inner pockets of varying shapes and sizes for notions, cell phone, pens, wallet... including one that also closes securely for your wallet.


    My three suggestion for a WIP bag:
    1) Double drawstring closure with straps long enough to put over your shoulder (I've always carrying way too many things!)
    2) Washable or at least easy to clean fabric
    3) Slim inner pockets for crochet hooks, cable needles, chibi needles, pen, etc.

    Hope these suggestions help!

    Purlescence on Ravelry

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  11. HollyMay 31, 2009 at 11:53 PM

    I love your bags!! I especially love the fabric on the top most picture. Are you on etsy? I would love to purchase a bag or two (whether or not I win the raffle!)

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  12. TurtleJune 29, 2009 at 4:21 PM

    very sweet...love the looks of that beachy one!

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  13. UnknownJuly 1, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    CUTE bags! I am a huge fan of project bags - big and small. Do you have an etsy shop or do you sell them?

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