PPC27: Church Windows

July 4, 2022 / Kat /

So…

since the sample we made in our last post turned out to be a bit of a debacle, I went back to the drawing board determined to straighten out the “issue” with the main compartment zipper area! And thankfully after finishing this next sample I am pleased to say that the zipper closure issues are now in our rear-view mirror!

All in all, I’m fairly pleased with this incarnation. There’s still a couple of very small details that need attention, but nothing that would keep this particular sample from becoming a show sample!
Here’s a good look at how I resolved the zipper entry for the main compartment. This is a close facsimile to the entry area I had in mind but its oh so much easier to stitch together and that’s a good thing.
But this picture also shows an area in which I’ll probably make a change… because in my first sample I kinda thought that the D-ring area would look good in a different fabrication than the side panels, but going forward I think I’ll change this and go for a more continuous look by keep the side areas all in the same fabric.
Here’s a good look at the bag back where the grommet will of course be an optional feature. Its a very generous drop pocket with a snap closure for security. It can easily accommodate your cell phone and a few other items as well and its secured with a magnetic snap.
And this is the first interior shot I’ve shown you where you’ll find an almost full-width zippered pocket. Additionally, you might notice that my iPad Air is safely stored within the confines of this bag’s interior with plenty of room to spare!
And of course the main feature of this design is the “Wallet area’ on the bag front. There’s room for 8 credit/loyalty cards as well as a few other small items, such as a lipstick, a pen or even a set of sunglasses! There’s also a slip pocket for important receipts, tickets or other important pieces of paper or even a memo pad!

And finally- here’s a few answers to the questions
we most often receive when we’re working on a new pattern design!

What are the dimensions? the dimensions of this bag are 8″ tall X 10″ wide X 3″
Will my iPad fit inside? YES, most likely. My iPad Air easily fits in the main compartment of this bag.
What will the name of the new pattern be? I don’t yet have a name for this design, but I’m all ears!
When can I purchase this pattern? right now, I’m looking forward to an early September release of this new pattern.
Where can I get this fabric? This fabric is called “Silent Night Metallic Arabesque” and it was from Henry Glass Fabrics.

And now, it’s YOUR turn!

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Kat