While there are a hundred and one ways great ways to make a box bag,
I set about to tweek what were already some great tutorials and patterns out there. What I was looking for was a bag that was fully lined, with no exposed seams or zipper ends...and something with a very boxy little shape.
Using the FREE HotPatterns/Fabric.com Diva-licious Cosmetic Bag pattern, I modified until I came up with this:
Laminated cotton lining , all seams and zipper enclosed and a chunky little knit tape handle. Adorable!
One thing that I wish I had done is interface the cotton fabric. I was thinking that the laminated cotton would make the bag sturdy enough, but I would prefer something with a bit more structure next time around.
While it's not perfect, it is going to be perfected so that ultimately, I will have created the Most Perfect Diva-licious Cosmetic Bag!
Christmas Vignette #3
Do you have a favorite holiday drink?
I am going to leave you a link of another fully lined box bag. Love your blag and hopefully the link works other wise it is on the 'it's a pretty modern life
http://prettymodern.typepad.com/its_a_pretty_modern_life/2009/08/zippered-box-pouch-pattern-and-tutorial-fully-lined-with-photos.html
Posted by: Cindy | December 09, 2010 at 05:34 PM
Super cute bag!
The vignette is adorable. I would never have thought of the wine glasses and little trees. Love it! And I would love to take a tour of your house to see all of your decorations. You are just so creative.
Favorite holiday drink...it isn't eggnog!!
Posted by: Laney | December 09, 2010 at 08:19 PM
Cute bag, are you going to make those for gifts? Another cute holiday vignette.
Posted by: lori | December 09, 2010 at 08:29 PM
Posted by: lynne | December 10, 2010 at 01:29 PM
Cute bag! I was thinking it might be nice if a little padded. You could use quilted fabric for one of the fabrics. Even if you had to pad and stitch or quilt it yourself. Just a thought. I am kinda rough with my bags. Nice idea with the glasses. I guess Christmas tea is good.
Posted by: Nancy | December 10, 2010 at 03:40 PM
The bag you made is adorable!!!!! Someday I will learn to sew!
Favorite holiday drink? Champagne always!!
Posted by: kathy b | December 10, 2010 at 04:41 PM
I will take Red cat in mine Please!
Posted by: Mama rose | December 11, 2010 at 07:16 AM