I’m packed, my house if you only take a quick glance looks clean and I have stopped obsessing over the loads of gifts that I had planned on making but never got to. It will all work out.
I just finished God’s biggest bag.
The Betty Shopper has taken me over a year to make. I had plans to make it before embarking on our Christmas trip last year. I sew faster in my head then in real time I guess. I took the cut out pieces with me to Florida to sew at my Mother’s machine. Except I didn’t cut the pocket correctly, so it came back with me. This year I’ve been trying to clear out the unfinished bits and was determined to complete it before our departure.
I was done with the exterior and working on the interior when I discovered it helps to not skip the fourth step under section A. Sew interfacing to the exterior of the bag. I added it to the interior and it seems to be fine. This bag has some serious structure. I also guess that I missed something about sewing down the seriously LARGE pockets. They appear a bit floppy.
It turned out great. So big I will certainly have a sore shoulder by my serial over packing, but can maim anyone who ticks me off. Over 12 hours in airports and flying alone with a five year old might push me to the edge.
Gotta love those big bags! Yours looks wonderful. And you deserve a pat on the back for your bravery in traveling with a little one. Over the holidays. With possible bad-weather delays. Good luck. Happy travels. And, I’ll look forward to reading your blog when you return.
Hi! I’ve had this on my list to do for a while also. The pattern comes with two versions – one large and one super large. Which one did you go for?
They meant Large for sure. It is one, serious, bag.
lovely! i considered sewing this bag although a friend warned me that it’s HUGE and since i am serial overpacker i figure that was just bum shoulder waiting to happen. but i am flying back to seattle soon and could use another travel bag. will have to rummage through the stash to see what my options are….
The bag looks amazing – have a great trip!
that is one great looking bag. i started the week-end traveler about 2(TWO) years ago. ouch!
LOL! I sew faster in my head too! 🙂
Good luck with your trip. Remember to pack lots of patience.
Now that’s good advice.
Have a great holiday!
What you need is a portable DVD for your travels – one with a 6 hr. battery. It is a saviour! I want to add this bag to my list of many things to do. I am in the midst of trying to complete my 8 pencil holders – 24 slot!!! Enjoy your trip and lets plan a sew date when you return.
Got one and it ended up not working on the plane.
What a fun bag! I’ve got the weekender bag in my pattern collection and now I’m just waiting to overcome my fear of sewing it before I begin 🙂
I love that shopper bag….the fabric is beautiful! I’m happy you finally finished it!