Dolly Mama Tote 2-23

[Sixinthenest]

Here is another Dolly Mama design on a microfiber tote bag. I learned a few things on this project.
1) For me, it is much easier to rip out both sides of the tote bag halfway down - instead of ripping one side all the way down.

2) These are the microfiber totes from Joann Fabrics - $4.99 regular price, a real steal with 40% coupon. BUT, the vinyl lining does not like the peel and stick stabilizer! Actaully, I guess it really does like it, because it stays with the stabilizer when pulling off hoop.

3) After the sticky stabilizer didn't work as planned, I tried a basting stitch instead. This seemed to work well, until I removed the bastings stitches, AND THE HOLES REMAINED. I decided I had to keep the bag for myself. :D But, after carrying the bag around for a week or so, I noticed that the basting holes all closed up. Too late, the bag is mine.

[artsiegirl]

Very cute Six-in-the-nest! Don't you just love it when a bargain works out this beautifully! You had what I tell my art students about all the time...a happy accident!:p They love to throw away a project the second it doesn't look perfect to them, but we have to carry it on to the end and make something from it! Great Job!

[craftmama]

Excellent job, and a gift for you.

[anpola]

Awesome job! Thanks for the tips as well. They are very helpful to me. So glad you shared.

[stitchcrazy]

I love that you posted your lessons learned with your project - that is so helpful!!! I love the bag, too. That's one of my favorite designs (that hopefully I'll be purchasing in the very near future). ;)

[alissa]

very cute bag.

alissa