Oct 31, 2007

gnomes

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It was time. You know what I mean - that Byrd's song - "Turn, Turn, Turn (To everything There is a Season.)" A time to laugh, a time to weep ...

It was time for gnomes. How can they not bring a smile to your face? This messenger bag is an amalgamation of an old pair of wool pants and Heather Ross fabric. I love it. It's sturdy, the perfect size, and has plenty of pockets. The gnome patch on the front is the icing on the cake.

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What do you think? Should I make this into a pattern in my collection? I would be more than happy to do so if you give me the thumbs up. ;)

Peace,
Meg

61 comments:

Jaime said...

Yes, make a pattern! I've never left a comment but I love your bag and my prayers were with you yesterday after reading your post.

Carrie said...

Oh yes, yes please. . . a sturdy messenger bag pattern would be lovely.

Anonymous said...

Love the fabric combinations, the gnomes are too cute! I'm always keen for bag tutorials, so yes please!

Laura The Crazy Mama said...

YES! It's adorable!

Unknown said...

That is absolutely darling! Do you think it would work as a laptop bag?

vickthompson said...

Yes Please! A fabulous sturdy messenger bag like this would be great!

Anonymous said...

Yes, Yes, Yes!!! Make a pattern. Can't wait!

Meg McElwee said...

Yep - my laptop fits, and it's not super tiny. But that's a great idea - I could make sure the pattern fits most models.

Fabric Fanatic said...

Meg, go for it! Love those gnomes too..........they are a perfect companion to the corporate tweed..LOL ...I love it.

sarah said...

oh my! your bag leaves me speechless. It is incredible and I would like to make one. Unfortunately I do not think I could pull a bag like that out of thin air. I want a pattern! (pretty pretty please?)

Lori said...

Your bag is incredible and yes, yes to a pattern.

Bethany said...

A big thumbs up from me!! Love the gnomes too!!!

Angela S said...

I think that is a great idea!

Leah said...

Yes. I got my Mei Tai pattern in the mail today and it is so beautiful. I would love to make a bag like this.

Michelle said...

both of my thumbs are up!

Anonymous said...

please please post this pattern! This bag is so cute!

Sharonnz said...

Absolutely yes!! Dh is already requesting one for his Vespa, in a manly fabric, lol.

Lynn in Tucson said...

That's your pattern? It's fabulous!

ash said...

I just found your blog, and this is the first post I've read, but I had to comment! I love the messenger bag, the little gnomes are darling. The patch on the front is a lovely touch. I'm voting for a pattern!

Marmadaisy said...

Yum!

dutchcomfort said...

Oh, yes please, a pattern would be a great idea! The gnomes and dots are in my stash too. Wonderful combination!

Nicki said...

A pattern.....oh YES PLEASE!!!

Love that gnome fabric.

Susanne said...

Yes, pattern please. Messenger bags are always good.

Anonymous said...

I would love that pattern! I even have some of the gnome fabric in my stash...

Anonymous said...

Yes please!

wayfarer said...

That is an awesome bag! I love the inside pocket being lined with gnome's - like they they are peeking out!

Lisa said...

Gnomes! That's what I need! I have been racking my pea sized brain for a purse idea for my oldest daughter for Christmas. Youngest is a princess, so no problem, but oldest...sheesh! She loves gnomes. I love you fabric combination too!

I vote for put up a pattern too!

sewhipbaby said...

Yes! Definitely! It is so cute! Looks like a great size for daily use!

Ali said...

You get two thumbs from me!

Angel Funk said...

Yes, pattern please! I already bought the others.......

Alyssa said...

A pattern would be great! I've been looking for my next purse to replace my current one and this is great!

Andrea Gray said...

I love it! A pattern would be wonderful.

Anonymous said...

Absolutely! It's adorable!

Anonymous said...

thumbs up! yes.

Anonymous said...

yes, pattern please.

Julia said...

this is awesome- i bought some of this gnome fabric a while ago, and just can't figure out the perfect project to use it for. loving the bag!

and glad you're back in action.

Anonymous said...

Yes, yes, yes! I love it! Especially the fact that you've used some old pants for part of it. I've got some old wool pants that would be great for this!

Beth said...

A pattern would be great! I love this bag.

Anonymous said...

I love it! A pattern would be a great addition!

Melissa said...

I love this messenger bag and the fabrics you chose are perfect together...great job!

sammyjo said...

i love the bag its really grovey lol you should make it into a pattern it would be a crime not to lol.

Anonymous said...

YES!

Suzanne said...

Yes, Yes, a pattern pleeease!!!

Anonymous said...

it IS quite adorable! i'd want one. i'm a messenger-bag fiend. i LOVE 'em.


excellent gnome choice.


katherinelaura

Beth H said...

Definitely, that is so awesome. I'd love to have one! maybe if I'm motivated, I'd even make one for myself!

The Wooden Spool said...

so cute! YES! (what is that I saw on your sleeve?) Some more cute fabric peeking out?!

Jeannette Bruce said...

YES!!

macati said...

oh yes...
this is a success bag for sure!
:)

heatherly said...

Yes yes yes! How cute is that and the size looks perfect! I have to go back and look at the gnomes again!!! perfecto!

Anonymous said...

For the 50 tiest time probably: that bag is too cute and so well designed ! You definitely need to put the pattern up, I for one would gladly buy it and my son would just be delighted to have such a nice bag!

Anonymous said...

add it! :)

Anonymous said...

Another newbie here: I definitely want a pattern too! I love your blog!

Kelly said...

Oh my... That is one CUTE bag!!!! Just happened upon you blog today. Love it!! Subscribing! :)

bLaSk said...

Of course this should be made into a pattern!!! I love this bag and if it can be used for a laptop I am going to have to make them for my daughters friends.. What cute presents these will be!!!
Please Please Please!!!

jenny gordy said...

please, please sell this pattern! i will buy it in a second. the perfect bag shape. love the combination of the wool + gnomes.

Julie said...

I love that bag.
Please make a pattern for it.
because I need it.
julie

Anonymous said...

Ooooooh I would love to make that!

Please make a pattern!

Karla said...

yes,yes,yes!!!!!

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