I saw this idea on Crafty Vegan's blog last week, it's a pillowcase bag from Martha Stewart. I used a vintage case from my Grandma. It was very simple and I think it'll be just right for the beach. It's the kind of bag you can get dirty and toss in the wash. The pattern was very easy to follow and I made only 2 changes - I sewed down both diagonals (4 diagonals total) so that it wouldn't flop on the inside (hope that makes sense) and I added a snap. Can't wait to use it!
too cute. You always find the neatest way to photograph your creations. That door is really neat. We have a lot of older houses in our town and those doors reminded me of that! I bet your house is beautiful!
Posted by: Amber | June 11, 2007 at 10:58 AM
ohh so cute! I've used that "pattern" and it's so simple and easy. I also sewed the 4 diagonals and I wonder why they didn't suggest that in the magazine!
Posted by: Katie | June 11, 2007 at 11:32 AM
Where on earth did you find that fabric? That's the very fabric from my childhood beadspread!
Posted by: Kathleen | June 11, 2007 at 11:34 AM
I love it!
Posted by: Jen | June 11, 2007 at 12:09 PM
I love the bag! Does it tie on top? I can't wait to start making some bags for myself. I was always so busy sewing for customers I never had time to make anything for myself. After I get past my move, I will make myself something cute = )
Posted by: Cheryl | June 11, 2007 at 12:10 PM
super cute. I saw that in the latest issue and it looked very functional.
Posted by: kate | June 11, 2007 at 03:30 PM
You are so creative! I also find that door very intriguing...
Posted by: Sara | June 11, 2007 at 03:40 PM
sooooo CUTE! And thank you for your very encouraging words (regarding my purse). I truly admire your designs so it means a lot. :-)
Posted by: Angelique | June 11, 2007 at 06:55 PM
Ditto on the fabric! That's from my childhood bedspread too! Too cute :)
Posted by: Kris | June 11, 2007 at 08:10 PM
It's fantastic! I love the door it is hanging on also... Makes me want to go to the beach....xxxoooo
Posted by: Vanessa V | June 12, 2007 at 01:21 AM
Great job and i love the fabric you choose. A snap to close is a perfect solution!
Posted by: vania | June 12, 2007 at 07:49 AM
I've saw this pattern popping up on several blogs. The bag is so cute...I need to find a pillowcase to make one!
Posted by: Darcy | June 12, 2007 at 10:48 AM
oh wow, that is so great! it is a perfect weekend bag. and man, your Grandma has such great taste in pillowcases!
Posted by: connie | June 12, 2007 at 04:34 PM
My bedspread too!!! I had the comforter for years, washing it over and over until the fabric was so delicate it would tear with the slightest tug of the blanket over my legs while watching TV... I can't tell you how happy it made me to see that some of that print is still out there! :) Cute bag, too.
Posted by: MissChris | July 01, 2007 at 09:41 AM
hi~ just found your blog! love the bag,you would not happen to have more of that fabric would you? I know you made it a while ago but I actually HAD that fabric on my bed growing up!would love something made from it,even a tiny wristlet?
Posted by: lulu sparkles | February 26, 2008 at 09:45 PM