I am pleased to be able to share with youmy new bag :)
This is the second 'seaside tote' I have made. This one is made using 1 strand of nettle & 2 strands of cotton held together. I was really keen to try using nettle and was pleased with how my bag turned out. I lined the bag with pure linen fabric and added leather handles and a magnetic closing flap. I feel so proud to use it :)
Pattern for Seaside Tote can be found on
Nettle Yarn can be purchased from Spunkyarn on etsy :)
It is the last day of school holidays tomorrow, it's been a fun and very busy time....
and I will miss having the kids around....but I guess I will be happy to get back into the normal weekly routine once more ;)
and I will miss having the kids around....but I guess I will be happy to get back into the normal weekly routine once more ;)
Have a happy week
~ Gillian :)
~ Gillian :)
I like this bag - looks very nice. :)
ReplyDeleteLove your new bag. it's wonderful!
ReplyDeleteFantastic bag Gillian. I've been missing you, glad you've been having a lovely creative time.
ReplyDeleteAnne xx
Lovely bag!!Perfect finish!!
ReplyDeleteI love your bag, it is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful - interesting how the different yarns and finishing touches make such a difference to the overall look of the bag
ReplyDeleteLove your bag! I'll have to check out the "nettle" as I've never heard of it before. Have a wonderful day. :-)
ReplyDeleteI agree with everyone- it's a fab bag and thanks for the links. Where did you get those great handles?
ReplyDeleteOh thank you all so much for your lovely comments x
ReplyDeleteTrudi, and anyone else who is interested I purchased the handles from this ebay seller http://stores.ebay.com.au/mooncraft - excellent service and genuine leather handles :)
Love,Love,Love...
ReplyDeleteYour bag is just gorgeous Gillian and love the detail of the handles and lining...Very professional and so stylish...
Amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteGillian this is just beautiful. now how come i have missed the last few blog posts of yours?? I am scrolling backwards checking out all your craftiness. so awesome. I also love your shawls and your first seaside tote.
ReplyDeleteThat bag is gorgeous! I love the leather handles. I think it's those kinds of things that totally make a bag. Very professional looking! Now I want one!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful
ReplyDeleteI love your new bag.
ReplyDeleteThe natural color and the beautiful handles are perfect!!!
you made a great job!
marlene
Your new bag is beautiful. I love the colours and and the handles. You've done a wonderful job, I'd be proud to use a bag like that too;) xo
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable pretty bag! I understand you're proud, I would be too! Just lovely! x Lily
ReplyDeletethis looks totally store bought! well done
ReplyDeleteGillian, your bag is simply stunning,You should be very proud.well done you!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the natural look of this bag. The leather handles are perfect with it, as is the linen lining. Great job!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great bag - it looks so professional.
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ReplyDeleteNICE!!
que linda!!
me encantan las fotos
gran idea!
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Very beautiful! I like this bag . Thank you!
ReplyDeleteFrom the moment I saw this bag on your blog, I knew I had to make one, and it is finished now. So beautiful!
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