As I was checking out patterns yesterday for these bags and making one up, I decided that the design for the smaller loop was too difficult to sew properly. The opening was just too small and the end result wasn't pleasing.
So, to the drawing board I went and decided that sewn on handles would be much, much better. I also preferred a straight edge along the top - more like a tote.
And of course, something extra needed to be added to make the bags unique. A simple flower was the trick. Now I'm ready to start sewing and making these little bags for our Etsy shop. Gosh are they perfect for knitting projects!
The original design is like this and the first knot bag turned out pretty good, but I'll stick with my own design.
And because this was my first attempt, I thought it would be fun to have a little giveaway for this one. If you love to sew, you'll love the fabric that has spools of thread and other sewing notions all over it. Just leave a comment with your contact info and on Saturday, July 20th I'll randomly draw one name to win this little "Japanese Knot Bag." Good luck and I'll see you then.
34 comments:
The bags are really cute. They would be great to take a small knitting project with you.
What a cute bag!
SO cute! Rav amchart theharts at windstream dot net
It's very cute. My friend Eileen has one of these bags and now I want to make one. Lord knows I have fat quarters!
Would love to win this cute project bag. I currently use whatever I have lying around the house.
sherryglover1 on Ravelry
What a great bag, very practical and beautiful at the same time!
rosebob on ravelry
Very cute - I love that you used ticking! alcbrooks on Ravelry
Very cute bags! I'm knitterphd on ravelry! :)
Love the fabric and style of this bag!
kbeck on Ravelry
Very cute, love the bow on the first bag. The thread fabric is lots of fun. Thanks for the giveaway. I can be emailed thru my blogger profile.
I love your flower design. would love to win a bag!
So cute! I just love the Japanese knot bags. I bought one for my secret santa partner last year and so regret not getting one for myself.
Oh, what a great looking bag!
I love it! Super super cute, thank you, a fun giveaway. I will now follow your blog as well
Ummrania on rav.
Super cute. I haven't seen this kind of design before.
tktl on ravelry
I love it! This is another type of bag I want to sew also.
StaceyKnitsIt ravelry
Sign me up to win a bag. I'm Patternwhisperer on ravelry.
I can see myself using this often. Love the flower...just the perfect finishing touch!
KnitAweigh- Ravelry
Unique design for a bag - perfect for a small knitting project.
Would love to win it!!
The thread fabric is cute! I like your new design. It seems it would have less fabric waste too without the curves and the handle being cut with the bag.
Would love to win this bag and since you are pulling the winner on my Birthday it would make a great present to me.
Ravelery id Sandee8908
The added detail makes a great accent to an adorable bag!
Very cute, very useful.
Your right, they would be perfect for knitting ... err ... crochet projects ;)
very cute bag! I would love to win it!
Cute bag! I've not heard of that concept before. But yeah, those would be great for knitting, crochet, sewing... lots of fun!
Great bag. sparky 136on Ravelry
Looks wonderful,I would love to have this bag.lovely giveaway,thank you for the chance to win it.
These bags are such fun! Great for toting my latest sock project around.
lindarumsey on Ravelry.
That's such a cute little bag, please add me to the draw, wand I've been browsing through your blog. I might have to do some baking now. Joyo on ravelry
What a cute little bag! You did a great job
Cute bag!
Thanks!
lee(underscore)Gifford(at)Hotmail(dot)com
This is SO cute and original. I am sweeetpeaches on Ravelry also
I love this bag and I would love to win this for my daughter who loves to sew, and cross stitch.
Thanks for the chance to win.
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