This was one of the more challenging things I've done recently. One of those little things that can make you lose it just a bit, or maybe make ya stark raving mad (speaking from my own experience).
My family steered clear yesterday afternoon.
You see, I needed a diaper bag for the new one coming in just a bit. I also didn't want to pay $50 -$80 for the adorable ones I was seeing on Etsy.
The following came out of my decision to make something myself. It ended up costing me about $30 to put together. I had to actually buy a pattern...and follow it...for the first time ever.
I now think that the $80 would have been completely worth it!
It did all turn out in the end.
A LOT of blood, sweat, and near tears later. Just kidding, but it was a painful process!
There are four exterior pockets for bottles or anything and everything. The interior only has a couple of pockets but that should do considering I usually just chuck everything into the center anyway.
This sucker even involved using interfacing, something I hadn't really heard of until I decided to make my own diaper bag.
Yes, I am really good at getting myself in waaaaay over my head!
There is absolutely NO tutorial for this bag because I can't say that it is perfect. In fact, pretty much the opposite.;) What matters to me is that it is done and will be functional when it's needed.
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Wow, nice job!! I steer clear of anything involving actual patterns, haha. Sewing something like that would drive me nuts. At least now you have a fabulous big bag! :)
ReplyDeleteThat's really cute. I think it looks like it was worth it.:)
ReplyDeleteThat's totally cute Heather!
ReplyDeleteLooks awesome! I am sure you are now the master of the diaper bag.. great job!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing with the Pink Hippo Party.. can't wait to see what you share next!
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Very very cool. where did you get the pattern? i never thought of making one...
ReplyDeleteThanks for the compliments everyone! Ruth the pattern is one by Anna Maria called the Multi-Tasker Tote. I actually picked one up at a store close to me called Stitching It Up.
ReplyDeleteThat is nice :) - wonder if it could be used as a purse...no more little babies :(
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I love the choice of fabrics - great job! Your newest follower, Karima
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I think it turned out fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric combo, too. That tree print is awesome. :-)
I had a slipcover project that brought me to tears once. So, I feel your pain.
Kimberly
That's a great bag. Love the external pockets and your fabric choice.
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog on The Shabby Creek Cottage's Tranformation Thursday and I love what you did with this.It is inspiring me to go out and buy a sewing machine I've been wanting for the last 3 years!
ReplyDeletefyi: I'm your newest follower :)
Jessica