I have a second finish for the FAL Q1. It is #2 on my list which you can find HERE. I started with B&W log cabins and turned those into little zipper pouch. The back side is also B&W. The shape of this pouch is basically the shape of Perfect zip bag by Elizabeth Hartmann. I have only assembled the zipper differently.
As I was working on my Color wheel quilt while making those B&W logs I had the colorful scraps on my table and it inspired me to play with the primary colors. I put the complementary color in the middle of the scrappy bright cabins.
As I liked the yellow/red combination the most I decided I'll make lining piece out of. The basket is well known pattern by Noodlehead called Divided Basket.
The sew along was really fun. You can find the winners over @ Sew Can She. The FB group was really interactive and supportive. I really enjoyed having almost instant feedback. I guess that is what drives people to Instagram.
It was the first time I was making log cabins. I used 1/4 inch presser foot with guide. I use it for all patchwork projects. That is my accuracy "secret" tool. I love that thing. I ironed every single log during my first B&W try but I wanted to see if it makes any difference if I don't. So I did not use the iron on those colorful ones and I don't see any difference. I'm not telling you not to use iron I just wanted to share my experience.
You might have noticed I used some leather for the handles. I wish I put them further apart as they slightly deforming the shape of the basket. It used to be a belt nobody was wearing. Unfortunately not long enough to use on tote but just fine for these handles.
I'll be linking that up with FAL Q1
That is not the only finish this week. If you are looking for some Valentine's inspiration check out my previous post on this theme - Valentine's mat. I'm currently working on tut for the woven fabric hearts so if you interested it should be up during the weekend.
** UPDATE: here is the link to the tutorial CLICK.
** UPDATE: here is the link to the tutorial CLICK.
Linking up with TGIFF and Crazy mom quilts.
The bag is adorable! Great use of the log cabins and the primary colors look fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThese are just too stinking cute!!! I love the black and white zip pouch:)
ReplyDeleteLove those tiny log cabins! I'm on a bit of a log cabin binge myself.
ReplyDeletefantastic! The little pouch is wonderful but that basket is just brilliant! I had to pin it straight away. I love the log cabins and the two different coloured linings, great job Vera!
ReplyDeleteAll of these projects are awesome! I will have to try some little log cabins! I put your basket on my Pinterest board for divided baskets - it is just brilliant. The little B&W clutch is so classy, too. Great stuff, as always!
ReplyDeleteThese are such great projects! I love the divided basket and the log cabins on the front are so fun!
ReplyDeleteOh WOW Vera, these bags are fantastic! Love the compartmented basket. You can send it now! LOL.
ReplyDeleteLovely bags! I've been making log cabins for a while now and they're definitely one of my favourites!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I think it's okay if you were telling people not to iron... always good to have a variety of opinions out there! ☺
What a terrific bag, I really like your use of color in it, cute valentine mat!
ReplyDeleteI love the leather addition - and the cute little log cabins. A very lovely basket.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work! I am green with envy!
ReplyDeleteThose are fabulous! I love how bright they are!
ReplyDeleteGreat job with the tiny cabins! I love your use of the bright colors with the gray and black.
ReplyDeleteI love the log cabins, these are both lovely.
ReplyDeletegreat basket - I love that you used an old belt for the handles. they look fantastic
ReplyDeleteLove your work Vera :)
ReplyDeleteI love then both. Live the idea of using an old belt for the handles. I would not have been so clever.
ReplyDeleteI love your basket and your tute (above) is great. I must try some of those hearts :)
ReplyDeleteGosh I adore everything about the bag, the colors, choice of handles,spaciousness and the shape of it!! Excellent work!!
ReplyDeleteThe basket looks wonderful, I like the grey around those bright colors. I also use my 1/4" presser foot a lot, I love mine :)
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful week!
-Soma
OH!! There's the basket I was just admiring on another blog post - it seems my reader isn't posting your new posts when they come through - I thought I was going to have to wait days to see that, lol! LOVE IT!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your divided basket! Those little log cabins are perfect, and i love the leather handles!
ReplyDeleteI love how you used the color wheel for the blocks in the bag - beautiful execution! :)
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