Princess Coraline Clutches with Straps {swoon sewing patterns)

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I made a couple new Coraline Clutches (affiliate) but instead of doing the handle or the wristlet like I have done (you can see them here, here and here) I added a short strap to these. They put the clutch right at my waist, but are perfect for a little one too!

Isn't that crown one just too cute?  And, have to throw Frozen in there too considering it's still popular amongst the littles.

For the strap I cut it at about 30" and basted it to the outer shell prior to attaching the lining. The princess one is raw edge appliqued with some heat-n-bond light to hold down the crown as I stitched it in place.

These I made for an auction for my MOPS group's fundraising event at the end of the month. I found the fabrics at Wal-Mart and thought they were perfect for our "princess" themed basket that my discussion group is putting together. The two are basically reverse of each other.

Hubby asked me if I wanted to make myself a new one with a strap... Maybe just a little. ;)

Check it out! Coraline Clutch (affiliate)

Happy Sewing

A Bag for MOPs: Dorian Messenger: Swoon Sewing Patterns {Pattern Review}

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I signed up volunteered to be a Discussion Group Leader for my local MOPs group.

Wait.. Me? I volunteered for leadership?

Ha! Yes. I did. And I needed something to carry around my DGL binder, small notebook, planner, wallet, keys and a water bottle (lets face it, that is a necessity in the desert). Totally the crafty mentality, right?

Anyway. It needed to be perfect and fit the theme, because I am a dork that way. The theme for this year is Be You Bravely and the logo is a feather. The feather symbolizes the bravery, courage and hope that come with motherhood. I love it. I love the feather, love the logo; love it.

Of course, I needed to play up the feather and found this awesome Feather Paper Pieced Pattern from Shape Moth and thought it looked awesome!

I asked the question to some of the fabulous ladies in some of the sewing groups online and they suggested the Dorian Messenger by Swoon Sewing Patterns (affiliate link). I thought it was perfect to display at least one of the feathers from Shape Moth. And, it was! I love the hodge podge of fabrics bravely placed together to create this messenger bag to use for MOPs meetings. :)

Look at that space. Gotta love my use of scrap fabric choices... Lol....

Two pockets in front, another set inside and a zipper in the back make it perfect. You can customize with extra pockets on the inside easily by adding another pocket panel and I almost added a zipper to the flap. It gives directions for 3 different closure options. I used magnetic snaps.

The only thing it needs now is the strap! How I'm going to attach it, no idea...

The directions are clear, easy to follow. I really enjoy her patterns. Swoon Sewing Patterns (affiliate link) always turn out awesome.

Happy Sewing!