Purse is done!

[elizabeth_mn]

When I started the embroidery, I did plan on placing the tree asymmetrically, then I wavered a bit, then finally went ahead with the asymmetry.  I really like it that way!

   

These photos actually show the color more true to life than the previous ones; it's a meduim-bright green somewhere between olive and grass.  

The lining is a cotton print with autumn leaves that I've had forever and thought would be fitting.  And I like bright print linings on things.



I made one inside pocket.  I couldn't wait to put all my things inside (and besides, it adds perspective to the photo).

The inside, during construction:
 

I interlined the whole body of the purse with really heavy Peltex interfacing.  I wanted it to be very firm and boxy.  I sandwiched the peltex between the wool and the lining, with right sides out, then sewed the seams up, then covered all the seams with self-bias binding.  The thick layers of seam allowances are really stiff and help the purse to maintain its shape (just like I planned!  amazing it actually worked).

The flap is interlined with horsehair canvas, as I didn't want it as stiff as the body.

I added the flap and straps last, then finished the top edge with self-bias.

Yay!  I'm so happy with my new purse!
 

Comments

[laurenmonkey.livejournal.com]

OOH! I officially want one. SO cute. And green's my favorite color.
Looks lovely!

[ashamanja-babu.livejournal.com]

Thank you! Green's my fave, too. I don't think any other color goes so equally well with either brown or black.

[ashamanja-babu.livejournal.com]

Thank you!

[undycat.livejournal.com]

It's adorable!

[ancient-days.livejournal.com]

That looks great! I heart green as well.

[koshka-the-cat.livejournal.com]

That's adorable! And very fun lining :)

[nanaknits.livejournal.com]

Oh. My. Gosh. That has to be the coolest thing ever. I want one! I would pay a huge amount of money for something that cute.