Tuesday, March 8

Pattern testing - The Layla bag

I've been lucky enough that Linda from Craftaholic Anomymous selected me to test patterns for her new Etsy store the Ruffled Begonia


It's such a cute bag. I was first going to use some Amy Butler fabrics then I remembered about this fat quarters set of Moda called Freshly Squeezed that I got a couple of years ago and it just turned perfect for a spring handbag.




I took some liberties with the pattern (longer shoulder strap and loop for a D-ring)
Oh and the pattern is only $6 - To make something this cute definitely worth it
You can purchase the pattern at : 



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53 comments:

  1. TanyiaMarch 8, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    oh my word, that is so darn adorable! I love the ruffles!

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  2. Lee AnnMarch 8, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Oh I want it!!!! Might have to get that pattern! I love your spring fabric choice!! X

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  3. MelissaMarch 8, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    It is adorable - I love the fabrics that you picked.

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  4. Little Blue MouseMarch 8, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    That's great, I love the colours together.

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  5. Crazy Life of a Writing MomMarch 8, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Absolutely darling! I love that ;)

    I'm following from the hop.

    ecwrites.blogspot.com

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  6. NikeMarch 8, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Oh wow ... gorgeous. (Curse you rookie sewing skills, curse you!!!!)

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  7. AmandaMarch 9, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    Adorable! The colours are wonderful, and ruffles, love 'em!

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  8. janimalMarch 9, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    I think it is REALLY cute. You did a great job. I think I would change how the handles are stitched on though. I don't like when bag patterns have you just sew them on at the end on the outside. Hmmmm. Could this be tucked in to hide that?

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  9. TeenaBugg38March 9, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    that is just adorable! I think I would love to make one with faded denim and pretty fabric ruffles!

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  10. TeenaBugg38March 9, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    that is just adorable! I think I would love to make one with faded denim and pretty fabric ruffles! YOu did an amazing job!

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  11. {northern cottage}March 9, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    gorgeous colors and ruffles - yum.

    this just SCreaMS SPrIng!

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  12. Linda@CraftaholicsAnonymousMarch 9, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Caroline,
    Still love your Layla bag! Thanks for the shoutout!! And a big Thank You for being an awesome pattern tester!!! :)
    Happy crafting!
    Linda

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  13. AbbyMarch 9, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    So pretty! Love those ruffles!

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  14. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    J'adooooooore, je veux le même!!!! Mon anniv s'est e Juilet tu sais ;-)

    Au fait, ton écharpe, super, elle tient bien chaud au cou!

    becs, T2

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  15. LibertyMarch 9, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Absolutely fabulous!!

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  16. AnonymousMarch 9, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Gorgeous, I love the ruffles :)

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  17. DIYbyDesignMarch 9, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Really cute bag - thanks so much for linking up to the party.

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  18. AshleyMarch 9, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    The ruffles are adorable!

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  19. Hi, I'm Suz!!March 9, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Love the fabric you used!!! Thanks for sharing!!

    Hugs ~~ Suz

    www.inspiringcreativeness.blogspot

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  20. AnonymousMarch 9, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    Super cute!

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  21. Katie @ EyeSpyDIYMarch 9, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    That is great! Love the ruffles!

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  22. JillMarch 10, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Very cute indeed! I love the name too :) I have a niece named Layla.

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  23. WendyMarch 10, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    this is just beautiful! The fabrics are perfect.

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  24. WendyMarch 10, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    this is just beautiful! The fabrics are perfect.

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  25. WendyMarch 10, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    this is just beautiful! The fabrics are perfect.

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  26. KristinaMarch 10, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    This is beautiful! I just love the fabric. I reeeally need to get to working on my sewing skills!

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  27. AmandaMarch 10, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Oh, I love a ruffled bag and this one is too sweet! Thank you for sharing! I am definitely interested in that pattern! Visiting from The Shabby Chic Cottage!
    Best Wishes and Blessings,
    Amanda - onegirlinpink.blogspot.com

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  28. Spittin-ToadMarch 10, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    So cute...I have an old purse that I purchaed years ago with ruffles on it...I've hung onto it to copy the pattern...but I think it would be much eazier to purchase a pattern!
    Denise
    PS: Love the fabric choice!

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  29. Gwen @ Gwenny PennyMarch 10, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Love the fabric, Caroline. Perfect for spring. What a cute pattern.

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  30. very merry vintage styleMarch 10, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    It's beautiful! Great fabric choices and the ruffles are amazing. Thanks for linking up to my Share the Love party--hope you'll be back again next week!
    Mary

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  31. MelissaMarch 10, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Such a Cute purse! Just might have to get me that pattern! Great Job!

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  32. Rachel // Maybe MatildaMarch 11, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Found you at Fingerprints linkup--your bag is SO cute! Adorable blog, I'm excited to do more reading!

    Rachel

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  33. SarahMarch 11, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Love it! In response to the reader who asked about the straps, I just bought the pattern and it actually has you stitch the straps on the inside of the purse. Anyway, I can't wait to get started! Thirty-One sells a bag like this and I have wanted it for so long and now I can make my own!

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  34. Emily CarterMarch 11, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    This is adorable. Thanks for linking up!

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  35. SarahMarch 12, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    This is a beautiful bag, perfect for spring!

    I am a new follower from Chic on a Shoestring, I would love if you could stop by www.mooseandtater.com

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  36. UnknownMarch 12, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    Well, your post made another sale for Linda. :) Can't wait to make mine!

    @Janimal: The pattern actually calls for sewing the strap to the inside of the purse. I think Caroline just did hers this way because she wanted to add the loop for a D ring.

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  37. Caroline @ Artfully CarolineMarch 12, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    In response to the controversy about the strap: The pattern called for the strap to be sew inside the bag but wanted to be able to hang my work ID badge outside so it made sense for me to sew it outside so I could make a loop for a D-ring.

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  38. Lana @ SweetJilliBeanz.comMarch 13, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    Beautiful bag! But of course, I love pretty much anything with ruffles!

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  39. Kitty BMarch 13, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Absolutely LOVE this bag :)

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  40. JessicaMarch 13, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    This is PRECIOUS! Visiting from tatertots and jello link party.

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  41. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Great job!!
    Here from under the table!

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  42. nancybabbMarch 13, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Ka-UTE!

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  43. AllieMakes!March 13, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Adorable! I love the colors you chose!!
    Thanks for linking up to Making It With Allie! I can't wait to see what you have for next week!
    AllieMakes.Blogspot.com

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  44. Kaysi @ Keeping it SimpleMarch 14, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    so cute, love it!!

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  45. Lindsey March 14, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    That is so cute! I am loving the fabric you used!

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  46. StephanieMarch 15, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Gorgeous!

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  47. Lynne March 15, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Love it. Wish I had daughters to sew for, might have to make one for me.

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  48. Beverly {Flamingo Toes}March 16, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    Oh the ruffles are fabulous! I love the fabric you used too! Great job Caroline! Thanks so much for linking up to Think Pink Sundays!! :)

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  49. Sara @ Sew SweetnessMarch 16, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Cool, I like that bag, and lucky you that you got to test it out!!

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  50. AnonymousMarch 16, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    I'm loving all the ruffles and the happy colors and prints. Enjoy carrying your bag this spring!

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  51. Holly LefevreMarch 17, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    What a fun endeavor - testing patterns. This bag is super cute!

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  52. QuiltstoryMarch 17, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Very cute! Anything with ruffles gets my vote! :) Thanks for linking to Fabric Tuesday!

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  53. MelanieMarch 18, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Saw your bag at I heart Naptime. My Link Party is still open and I'd love for you to link up!


    Smiles,
    Melanie
    Reasons To Skip The Housework
    Tuesday Time Out Link Up Party

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