Road Trip Bag a.k.a. The Big Bag
Well, we're leaving this weekend for a 3 week road trip and I needed a big bag to take with me. I wanted it to sit on the seat next to me and be able to hold the books, magazines, projects, and of course regular purse stuff that I take with me. I don't know when I'll have time to read or do any projects but it's a comfort to have it with me anyway, just in case :)
The fabric is actually several kitchen towels that I got at Kmart specifically to use for a bag; I really loved the print and colors and couldn't pass them up, especially when the price is 5 towels for $4! I embroidered a few details on the pink flowers. I used fusible fleece again for the interfacing which makes it stand on its own but is still soft. The handle has fleece too and I machine stitched some ribbing on it. I put the apple in the picture so you could get an idea of how big it is. It'll be perfect to use for the pool later this summer.
The interior is light brown ticking and there are muslin pockets on both sides of the bag - I love lots of pockets! When I get back I'll draw up the pattern and I'll make a smaller version too. I'm quite smitten with the profile of this bag.
Love it! Have a great vacation!
Posted by: cricket | 06/04/2007 at 09:44 PM
hi love all the things that you make, and i love your blog. was wondering if you ever put up a pattern or tutorial for this bag. i went to my local crate and barrel and got some gorgeous towels and fleece interfacing, but am unsure as to how to proceed. will you be putting up a tut? or just let me know how you did a bag with interfacing and a liner without it showing stitching?? thanks
susan
Posted by: susan sobon | 05/17/2006 at 11:57 PM
You really should sell your patterns. I am just starting to sew again after a looong hiatus, and would love to have somewhere to start. Your stuff is really beautiful. Thanks.
Posted by: cay | 06/21/2005 at 10:43 AM
Must have that bag! NOW! Oh, would make such a great diaper bag... :)
Posted by: Linda | 06/14/2005 at 03:18 AM
This is super fabulous. Love the print and the bag design. :)
Posted by: Tina | 06/03/2005 at 11:46 AM
Please do put up the pattern! That is LOVELY!
Posted by: africankelli | 05/27/2005 at 04:18 PM
Beautiful bag! My sister has been asking for an airplane bag (for carry-on type stuff) and this would be perfect! And I love the fabric - so wonderful that you are looking in unusual places for inspiration... Gorgeous!
Posted by: Sarah | 05/27/2005 at 07:46 AM
LOVE your site! Beautiful things...I'm so jealous of your talent and creativity! :) Your blog and shop are now linked on my blog!
Posted by: Dulcinea | 05/24/2005 at 07:47 PM
You are so clever, this will be great for your road trip, have fun!
Posted by: Amber Lee | 05/22/2005 at 03:33 PM
I love the bag!!! Your work is incredible!!!I want one, unfortunately I live in Berlin, Germany and I can't run to K-Mart, why am I being punished like this? How big is the bag, I think I need one just like it, as if I didn't own enough bags but one more is a must.
Posted by: Kimberly | 05/20/2005 at 11:12 PM
I absolutely LOVE this bag. Congratulations :)
Posted by: rosa | 05/20/2005 at 04:39 AM
I found you through Giao. What a beautiful bag - it sucked me in, and now I'm drooling over your numerous creations.
Posted by: shokufeh | 05/19/2005 at 07:01 PM
totally random question for when you return: what do you stuff your pincushions with?
Posted by: carolyn | 05/19/2005 at 11:22 AM
Love your purse ! My daughter called last night to tell me she made me one...happy me. And, in your sidebar (thankyou) you have under books, Amy Krouse Rosenthal's book, which I meant to look for and completely forgot.
Posted by: Maggie Ann | 05/19/2005 at 09:32 AM
You are making me want to go to Kmart too....You are so talented!
Posted by: monicalee | 05/18/2005 at 11:17 AM
Too CUTE!!
Posted by: Leah | 05/18/2005 at 08:27 AM
Wow!!! I love that vibrant fabric!!! I so wish I knew how to make bags... Yours is gorgeous and I'm admittedly envious!
Posted by: bellablue | 05/17/2005 at 06:51 PM
I L-O-V-E this! Great choice of fabric, I'm heading off to KMart tomorrow!!
Posted by: shanna | 05/17/2005 at 11:59 AM
I L-O-V-E this! Great choise of fabric, I'm heading off to KMart tomorrow!!
Posted by: shanna | 05/17/2005 at 11:59 AM
LOVE this one Cassi! Who would've thought it was from kitchen towels???
Posted by: jes | 05/16/2005 at 07:01 AM
your stuff is the bomb. who would know it's made of dishtowels? :-)
Posted by: thriftgoddess | 05/13/2005 at 07:16 PM
Have a fun & safe trip! I adore this bag, I love your clever use of the kitchen towels. That print is great. I buy up pretty cloth napkins from crate and barrell sometimes to make pillows, and seat covers for my dining room set. The best fabrics are found in the housewares section. :)
Posted by: kathleen | 05/13/2005 at 10:22 AM
what a great find at kmart--that bag is rockin'!!! looks sturdy, and i love pockets too :)
Posted by: susanne | 05/13/2005 at 12:48 AM
Wow! The bag came out great. I've never heard of fleece interfacing. That's really neat. Great job!
Posted by: abbyjane | 05/12/2005 at 08:10 PM
If we had a Kmart nearby I'd be there in a flash. This is my favorite of all the bags I've seen lately. Wonderful fabric!
Posted by: Kate | 05/12/2005 at 08:00 PM