Satchel Bag {Made!}

I've been sewing! Samantha's newest pattern is the Satchel handbag and - lucky me - I got to take it for a test run before it's debut in her etsy store! 

A medium-sized messenger bag, this pattern has lots of great details - both fun and functional. 

I made mine in a cotton duck, with a shabby rose print and lined it with a natural canvas to it's really sturdy.

I used antique brass hardware, but I was unable to find a tri-glide slider for the adjustable strap in the right color. No problem! I found a pretty belt buckle and just removed the prong with pliers!

I love how versatile this style bag is. You can see how although our bags are nearly identical, my version looks so different from Samantha's pattern cover just because of my fabric choices.

(can you tell I'm ready for spring?!)

One detail I love is the button-closed tabs on the sides. I used some carved wooden buttons, they were a tad pricey at $6 a pair, but they complemented the fabric so well I couldn't not use them.

The bag is fully lined with fusible fleece, and the bottom, sides and handle are all lined with buckram and/or a heavy fusible interfacing to give the bag it's crisp shape.

The bag is rated intermediate/advanced, but I think an experienced beginner could manage it with some patience - and an automatic button-holer.

Feel like taking this bag for a spin? 

I've already given the one I made to a friend - but you can make one for yourself!

Check out Mrs H patterns on Etsy - or better yet, click here for a giveaway and a chance to win it for free!

Tell us! Do you carry a different bag each season?

Satchel Bag Pattern Giveaway!

I'm so excited to host another giveaway from Mrs H handbag patterns! 

This time Samantha has offered up her newest pattern, the Satchel handbag to one lucky ASG in the SLC reader! 

This pattern has all the great details we've come to expect from Samantha - interior zipper pockets, adjustable straps and clever design.

I've already made up my own lovely version, you can get a look at it in this post.

 Not feeling lucky? 

That's okay, you can stop by Samantha's Blog: At Home with Mrs H for a coupon code to receive 10% off everything in her Etsy shop!

There you'll find more than just great purse patterns, she also carries handbag supplies like tri-glide sliders and lobster clasps.

Enter Below, Good Luck!

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Bow Pleat Bag {Made!}

I'm so lucky, I recently got to test a pattern for the Bow Pleat Bag by Mrs.H!

Here's how mine turned out, what do you think?

I love it!

I used a tan twill for the outer shell and a piece of Moda cotton for the lining.

The pattern has great instructions for the zipper and adjustable handle.

One of my favorite features is definitely the adjustable handle!

It just looks cool, doesn't it?

Want to make on of your own?

Mrs.H is offering a discount to all ASG in the SLC readers for 15% off at her Etsy store!

use code: BOWPLEAT15

Better yet - Check out our giveaway here and win a pattern for free!

Tell us! What have you made this week?

Bow Pleat Bag Giveaway & Promo!

I love this bag - don't you? Want to make one yourself?

Well, Mrs. H is offering  this pattern to one of our lucky readers for FREE!

Hooray - it's our first Giveaway here at ASG in the SLC!

Not only is she giving away a free pattern for her Bow Pleat Bag,

but she is offering a discount to all ASG in the SLC readers!

Use code: BOWPLEAT15 to receive 15% off anything in her Etsy store!

She even sells lovely antique brass, gunmetal and silver nickle triglide sliders to make the adjustable handle,

one of my favorite features of the bag!

So stop by, check her out and enter our giveaway below!

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Good luck!