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Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Project Gone Wrong!

Have you ever had an idea in your head and translating to reality sometimes is difficult? Well, that is what happened to me tonight. I had the idea of a super cute ruffled heart on a baby onsie. It started out ok...
I picked out the fabrics I wanted to use.  
I cut the fabric into three quarter inch stripes. 
Yes, I know, I should have stopped here. This looks like a hot mess! 
Actually, I thought that after trimming the edges and placing the heart to the onsie that the project could be salvaged. 
NO WAY! Embroidery gone bad! YUCK YUCK YUCK! I had such high hopes for this idea that was in my head....I think I am going to go to bed.

I was so frustrated that my idea didn't work out, that I knew what I had to do. I needed to sew a bag! Because of the frustration level...I was not planning on blogging the bag I made tonight, so I didn't take any picture of making the bag. But, after I was done with the bag, I wished I would have taken pictures to show you, because I LOVE IT!  
If you are a red/black and white fan, you will love this bag!  
I added some felt flowers to the front of the bag for some whimsy. 
I love the contrast of the fabrics! 
There are four big pockets! 
I think this would make a great bag for church, work or even a knitting bag. 
The bag measures approximate 12.5 inches wide, 10 inches tall and three inches deep. Perfect size for a few books, crafts or binders. 
The back of the bag is cute too!

Ok, now I can go to bed calm!



Posted by Crafty Girls at 2:42 AM
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33 comments:

  1. AmandaJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    Such a lovely bag, the fabrics are lovely!

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  2. SharonJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    Seriously? It's 2:00 AM and you're sewing???? Who expects a project to turn out well at that hour? LOL I LOVE THE BAG!

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  3. DebbieJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Where did you get the pattern or how to for that cute bag?

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  4. Bethany @ Our 4 Sons Plus 1...Super Cute Girly GirlJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Oh I've had my fair share of "hot messes" in the sewing room too! Love the bag you made- it turned out beautifully!

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  5. LacyJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    I think this may be my favorite bag I have seen! What exactly do you do with all these bags you make? If you sale them I want to buy this one!! LOVE IT :)

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  6. Amy at Ameroonie DesignsJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Really cute! love this bag!

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  7. Crafty GirlsJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Thank you for the nice comments! Debbie...I just start cutting and then I end up with a bag! I should do a quick tutorial on the bag...if the time God's allow! :)

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  8. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Sometimes things go bad, but you were pushed into wonderful. I love the bag and wish I had one for myself - for my hooking and knitting. Your blog is delightful and I will now be following along. ~Kelly

    unDeniably Domestic

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  9. Crafty GirlsJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Oh, thank you Kelly, you are too sweet!

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  10. Sew Me MineJanuary 26, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    I love that bag!!!! I want it LOL you should make a tutorial ;)
    Found you through Sew Much Ado :)
    Donnelle
    Sew Me Mine

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  11. TejeJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:11 AM

    Hello! This is again fabulous bag! Really beautiful!

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  12. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:32 AM

    Love the bag! Red, black and white are one of my favorite color combos! The shirt is adorable too! Hope you will share with my Pink Hippo Party @ http://pinkapotamus.blogspot.com/2011/01/pink-hippo-party-lucky-13.html

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  13. AnnieJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Love the onsie and the bag!
    Beautiful work
    Annie

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  14. DebbieJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    I would totallt love you forever if you made a tutorial for this bag, I am in DESPERATE need of a church/scripture bag and I would love to make a smaller one for my daughter

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  15. Misty @Creative ItchJanuary 26, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Love the bag!! Thanks for linking @Creative Itch's "Sew Cute Tuesday"!

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  16. Moms of all TradesJanuary 26, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    Oh the bag is adorable. To save your heart you can take it off the shirt and add it under the onsie and cut it out,like 3D, did that make sense? Hopefully good luck!

    momsofalltrades.blogspot.com

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  17. WaniJanuary 26, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    You definitely redeemed yourself with the bag! So cute!

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  18. Crafts a la ModeJanuary 26, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Bravo!! You put your not-so-successful projects on your blog also. I try to do that also...

    Oh, but that bag is WOW!!

    Blessings. Linda

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  19. Tammy @ she wears flowersJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    The bag is beautiful!! I thought the onesie worked, too, though! It's adorable!

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  20. ElegantpawsJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Gorgeous bag, such a great size and shape!

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  21. Emily ThompsonJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    Really, really cute! I always see everyone sewing such cute bags, and I love bags, I really should try one! I like to change my purse/diaper bag avery few months anyway :o)

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  22. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    ah these both turned out adorable!! Thanks so much for coming and linking up to handmade tuesdays @ ladybug blessings!! Make sure to come by tomorrow for a giveaway!! :)

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  23. ShallanJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    I love this bag. I was looking on your esty store and didn't see it. Is it already sold? If not I would love to get that bag. And a plus no shipping, I can walk right down and pick it up.

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  24. Crafty GirlsJanuary 28, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    Thank you everyone for the nice comments! Shallan...you crack me up! Actually Lacy M. bought the bag! She even ordered three more just the same. I think I have enough for one more, the lining might be different, but just as cute. Just let me know if you want one! And of course, no shipping for you! :)

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  25. UnknownJanuary 28, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    This bag is so feminine and adorable! I love the combination of fabrics and color you used!

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  26. UnknownJanuary 29, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    Love the flowers!! ;) And I love the ruffled heart! How can we add one to the bottom of a pair of pants for Ainslee???!
    Kristy craftin-on-my-door.blogspot.com

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  27. Pati @ A Crafty EscapeJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Great bag!

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  28. WobiSobiJanuary 31, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    Beautiful, Awesome job!!!

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  29. CherieJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Very Cute! I am a new follower~

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  30. Cecilia A. Machuca de EscalonaJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Muy lindo... yo siempre estoy necesitando un bolso para los libros... ojalá puedas subir los patrones.

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  31. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    What a darling bag!! Thanks for showing your blooper heart project- I have lots of those oops projects at times!

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  32. JenFebruary 3, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    It is nice to know that someone as talented as you still has craft mishaps!

    Thank you for linking up to Fantastic Friday.

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  33. {Bellamere Cottage}February 20, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Love that handbag.... So happy!

    Warm blessings,

    Spencer

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