This one-of-a-kind bag combines a second-hand handmade patchwork quilt top with vintage pre-loved fabrics, creating a practical and unique accessory with plenty of character. Handmade by me, Katie, in my sewing studio in Sutherland Shire, NSW, so no two bags are exactly alike.
Outside
- The exterior is made from a handmade quilt and features a unique patchwork design made from small rectangular strips of fabric arranged in a horizontal pattern.
- Reinforced with Vlieseline H640 Wadding for added structure and durability
- A softer bag rather than a rigid, structured style
- Boxed base to provide depth
- Outer slip pocket made from the quilt fabric, with the patchwork rectangles arranged vertically
Interior
- The interior is made from a vintage fabric with a light green background featuring large red and pink flowers outlined in white.
- Reinforced with Pellon SF101 Woven Fusible Interfacing for strength and durability
- Inner slip pocket made from the same vintage interior fabric and lined with another vintage de-stash fabric featuring a colourful floral pattern
- Inner zipper pocket with a vintage fabric lining
- Dark pink second-hand zipper purchased from Achieve Australia’s The Sewing Basket
Closure~ The bag closes securely with a cream-coloured zipper featuring a silver butterfly zipper pull.
Straps~ Two comfortable handbag straps made from the patchwork quilt fabric on the upper side and the green vintage floral fabric underneath.
Measurements (cm)
Height: 31
Width at top: 34
Zipper opening: 26
Width at base: 23
Base depth: 12
Straps: 4 cm wide x 70 cm long, with an approximately 35 cm drop
Pockets
Outer slip pocket: 18 W x 17 H
Inner slip pocket: 19 W x 12 H
Inner zipper pocket: 18 cm opening x 17 cm deep
Materials & Upcycling
- Incorporates pre-loved, thrifted and vintage textiles, including a handmade quilt top and vintage fabrics from a sewer's de-stash.
- Some new materials are used where required for quality, durability or because suitable second-hand alternatives were unavailable: Rasant thread, Vlieseline H640 Wadding, Pellon SF101 Woven Fusible Interfacing, Zipper pull & One of the two zippers.
- All pre-loved textiles used in this bag are washed before being sewn.
Please Note- Every item is individually handmade by me. While I take great care to ensure consistency, slight variations in dimensions, pattern placement and finish are a natural part of the handmade process. These individual characteristics are what make each piece unique.
Care- Spot clean only. Line dry in the shade. Warm iron if required - avoid ironing over the zippers as heat may damage or melt them.
Postage- Sent via tracked parcel post with Australia Post.
