Rose Burlap

I've got to say I LOVE this bag. Last fall I saw a burlap bag; it had a rose too...but I like better :) I  put fabric inside, and did it my style. 

SO back to my story, Last fall I bought the stuff to make it, and it sat around. got buried and abused. 

Tomorrow I have a party to go to where we have to bring something- I thought since I had the fabric laying around I would use it to make the bag finally. I'm really sad to see it go!! it better go to a good home.

 Sewing with burlap was interesting. I was a little nervous cause its so course, and just DiFfErNt. I'm not much for branching out since I don't really know what I'm doing. I'm usually just making things up as I go. 

But it was easy to sew on, but it made a HUGE mess. lots of fibers everywhere. I started this bag early this morning- I was in my PJ's. After making it half way though I was going to shower...but decieded not to considering my clothes were covered! 

I also though later, its a good thing I didn't put in my contacts either. My nose already was itchy, can't imagine having the fibers in my eyes. ouch. 

Since this was NOT a custom bag for a client, I didn't spend lots of time on fancy pockets and stitching. I didn't line the whole thing either, but I don't think it needs it. The burlap holds it shape so well, unlike the quilters cotton I usually use. If I don't line the cotton the bag is so flimsy it annoys me. 

I did line the band and the handle...just for good measure. 

I also thought it would be nice to have the bottom side of the handle fabric. burlap would be scratchy on your bare summer arms. 

I love texture. 

I think its why this is a favorite.