Re: Quilts in Movies...

I recently made a nappy/diaper bag for my niece. I didn't use a pattern but simply cut the front, back and gusset to a size I thought would be useful and then used the principles for making a basic tote.

Here are the 'frills' I added:

- used suède-lined curtain fabric with teddy print (moisture resistant) and navy cotton drill for the lining.

- used iron-on bamboo batting to add substance (ie. stand-uppage) to the bag.

- welted zippered pockets - one on the outside front and one on the inside lining. I managed to get large-tooth nylon zippers for those.

- a recessed zipper in the top (googled 'recessed zipper' and came up with instructions)

- elasticated pockets on both lining pieces as well as insulated (with cotton batting) bottle pockets in the end gussets. For these, I just cut out pockets, made casings on the top and threaded elastic through them. Final assembly was a little fraught, as I had to stretch the elasticated bits to reach into the side seams. But I got there in the end!

- a wide, quilted strap (easy on the shoulders) with side-release buckles so it can be attached to a supermarket trolley when needed.

Just yesterday, my little niece made me glow when she told me it's the best nappy bag ever! I love my niecie! :D

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Trish Brown {|:-} 

Newcastle, NSW, Australia

Oh yes! Forgot to add that in my post. I used the plastic covers from a foolscap folder to stiffen my bottom (well, actually, the bag's bottom...) and added six metal plated bag feet by punching holes in the plastic with a centre-punch. I also added two magnetic bag closures above the zipper for exactly that reason: to give a tighter closure when the bag is not so full.

It was so much fun making the nappy bag, I went on to use up some of my precious Laurel Burch cat-flavoured fabric and made a handbag for my teenaged daughter: she was overjoyed and now takes it everywhere. Next, I'm going to make another handbag for an elderly nun who taught me in school. She has a thing for Siamese cats and I've got *just* the fabric in my stash! Can't wait to give it to her! :D

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Trish Brown {|:-} 

Newcastle, NSW, Australia

Yeppers, I read here, and post once in a while. Don't do Facebook or any of those things. Finally learned how to text on my phone last year when my dad was sliding downhill.

This group is my first quilt guild. I've met amazing people here, some even face-to-face!

G> That is a very good point, actually.

The magnetic snaps are ridiculously expensive here (about £3)so I have started to buy old handbags from charity jumble sales (which are cheaper than charity shops) I can often get a bag for about 20p if it is well-worn. The snaps are very easy to remove with a pair of old scissors and usually look like new. I have a nice little collection now and sometimes bags come with the added bonus of a buckle and strap links. Now I just need to make some bags!

Sally at the Seaside ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~uk

On 02/08/2013 04:29, Trish Brown wrote: ....... I also added two magnetic bag closures

Thanks very much Trish. This is what I was looking for. I knew the newsgroupies would come through for me. I'll be following the thread for more ideas so I'll get thoroughly confused. Donna in Bellevue

Thanks Lizzy. That looks like just what I was looking for. Now to do it. That's the hardest part. Donna in Bellevue

I am doing both FB and check in here. We moved and getting up and running took some work. I feel worked to the bone and having a bit of trouble finding some routine. Nice to see folks here. FB is ok but I feel like I am home here. Hope folks will post more here. Taria

Pat > That is a very good point, actually.

I check in every day but don't post much either. I'll try to do better in future! :D

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Trish Brown {|:-} 

Newcastle, NSW, Australia

Howdy! Speaking of bags, I just acquired one from Helen, a former RCTQer:

I got the bag that's on the "about" page; LOVE IT! It will hold many necessary things, including the quilted wallet made by our Donna in Idaho (I am still Queen of the Beggars). Btw, Donna is having some "health issues"; she's on FB, too, so y'all think good thoughts for her. Keep making those bags, folks. 'Cause I love 'em, but don't want to make 'em, but am a happy customer on the other side of the deal. ;-) Cheers! Ragmop/Sandy

I am sorry to say that I don't check in as often as I would like. I do read this group more than the FB one. Only when a big request for a HUG or other does the FB catch my eye.

My favorite quilt in a movie or show is the one Jean (Judy Dench) had on her bed in "As Time Goes By". An old British show that is in re-runs here on PBS. It's all in plaids and HST's. I've been collecting those fabrics forever so I can make one just like it.