In a way this post is an adjunct to my regular Various & Sundry posts. I did NOT buy these patterns. I just took pictures because there was something interesting about them. I have a record when/if I need the type of bag.
First was a Mat bag. It is called the Modern Mat Bag by Sew Organized Design. This is the most likely pattern I will buy. I have wanted to find a good Mat bag pattern to make as gifts for people I want to encourage to go to Sew Day.
Sew Organized Design is a company I have never heard of before. I went and looked them up and found they only have a few patterns listed on their website. All of them are on-the-go sewing related.
Next is the Hopscotch Handbag. It is designed by Karen Pratt of Creamcraft Goods. This another company which is new to me.
I liked the shape and design of this bag. I have to admit that the quilting on the top really adds to the look of the bag. I saw one site that sells this bag that had photos of the inside as well.
Karen has a nice blog post on another project called the Tri-Fold Journal Folio and Journaling tote.
As mentioned in the Picking Daisies post, I saw more Karen Pratt patterns at that shop. Don’t worry, I am not going to tell you about all of the Karen Pratt patterns. I just wonder about how her bags came out of nowhere for me. I also liked the look of the Rambler pattern. It is a small messenger type bag with inside pockets for your phone and other small items.
I think including the hardware is a good idea, especially for new bag makers, however it means you are stuck with the chosen color rather than selecting the hardware finish you like.
The other pattern I saw at Picking Daisies was the Wide Open Tube Frame Pouch. Since I am enamored with open wide bags at the moment, this one caught my attention. This open-wide bag is in pouch form. As shown and described the bag opens fully so you can see everything inside. It would be great for a knitting project bag.
The Side Hustle is a Mrs. H pattern. Mrs. H has a lot of patterns, a bag club, a book and bag retreats. The Side Hustle is a messenger-style bag that is designed for carrying a laptop and files. I really like the name of this bag, but also that rounded slip pocket on the front in the photo.
These bags have really widened my horizons in terms of bag designers. I know there are only a few. This is another reason I like to visit quilt shops when I travel.