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In this show I talk about sewing Pinto's Purse using the free buttercup purse pattern from Rae at MadeByRae. Her original (free) pattern is available at
http://www.made-by-rae.com/2009/02/free-buttercup-bag-sewing-pattern/
Rae's pattern is designed for
laying out on a fat quarter.
My buttercup purse is an example of green sewing. I created it both from remnants saved in my fabric inventory and scraps from Pinto, a sleeveless princess-seamed shirt I had just finished.
http://meencantacoser.blogspot.com/2016/07/summer-essentials-pinto-picnic-shirt.html
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Snapshot of This Month’s Show
* Primeros Pensamientos//First Reflections
Rae has created
a number of patterns linked at her site. One of them is this darling
free purse. It’s a tiny bag, though you
can enlarge the pattern easily on a
photocopy machine
or extend the pattern
freehand. I’ve made several of these purses both in the original small size and also larger versions. The small original, which is big enough to hold my keys, iPhone, iPod and maybe a little cash or a bag for a doggie’s needs, is perfect for a walk or an evening out.
http://www.made-by-rae.com/2009/02/free-buttercup-bag-sewing-pattern/
When you visit Rae’s site to download this free pattern, you’ll find the
terms of use. It’s free when you’re making it for personal use. Rae sells a
licensed-to-sell version of this pattern for
only $10. She also
links to sewists who sell these licensed buttercup purses from her site.
I often vary the size, construction, and details of this purse.
* Technicos/Techniques I use for altering and sew Rae's buttercup purse pattern
Rae includes directions for working at this pattern in the site, along with a
how-to-layout the pattern.
The pattern pieces include:
a)
Purse Outer Top – I call this the yoke. It shows on the outside
b)
Purse Outer Bottom – . It shows on the outside.This is what you see the most of from a distance. This piece has tucks at it’s top edge to give the purse fullness, and make it blouse out from the bottom of the yoke.
c)
Lining – The lining extends from the bottom of the outer bottom to the top of the outer top. This piece does not have tucks or gathers.
d)
Strap (no pattern piece – Dimensions are Given)
e)
Tab/Decorative Button Flap ( no pattern piece – Dimensions are Given)
My Buttercups
1)
Turning Scraps into Lining and the Magic of the Zig Zag
2)
How I increased the pattern size
a.
129 percent size
b.
Extend the bottom for a bigger purse
3) Play with it
1.
Paper
2.
Muslin
3.
Paper towels
c.
Vary strap length
d.
Add rings
4)
Interfacing for Light Weight Fabric Body
5)
Altering the original details to suit me
6)
Considering Embellishment Options
Pensamientos Finales/Final Thoughts
Buttercup purses Known and Loved – Kept and Given.
A few Buttercups that stand out in my mind
1)
Red Toile Evokes Marie Antoinette
2)
Think Vintage - Bluebird with Tatting
3)
Little Christmas Cowgirl
4)
Engagement Celebration
5)
Buttercup Dreams …
. . .
I never get tired of using, sewing, or envisioning, these charming accessories. Thanks Rae! Your buttercups purses are just one more thing that keep me…
Enchanted by Sewing
