It dawned on me recently that my etsy shop was looking a bit like same-old-same-old, and I decided it was time to offer some different sized bags.
In other words, it was time to shake things up!
I have been making zipper pouches in a 7' by 5" size for a long time. Recently, I have been making some samples or prototypes of both smaller and larger bags, and will be listing some new ones in the shop over the next few weeks.
The first one is the Mini-pouch which measure approximately 4" wide by 3" tall, and has a sewn-in tab and detachable split ring to attatch keys to or to clip to a purse strap.
I have been making these bags for quite a while now, and it involved a lot of trial and error to get the perfect fit between the inner lining and outer part of the bag. At first, I measured obsessively, but have gotten to the point where I can eyeball the seams and it usually comes out fine- usually!
Sometimes, I make these bags with inner pockets and sometimes with no pocket. They are wide enough at the bottom so it is very easy to see everything inside at one glance.
These can carry a lot of stuff and make colorful addition to your bathroom vanity or dresser top- roomy enough for travel essentials like lotions, cosmetics, hair brushes, or for valuables such as jewelry. Makes a unique, handmade gift for someone who travels, or to dress up your vanity at home!
Here a couple of new bright and colorful new fabrics in my Bags of a Feather Etsy shop. As you can probably tell by now, muted pastels are not my thing!