I have finished the zippered pouch for my secret partner for the Mouthy Stitches swap. It is about 7.75" square and the front is made from assorted Kona solids and black Quilter's Linen - which is a screen printed 100% cotton Robert Kaufman fabric made to resemble linen.
The Tippecanoe paper pieced panel is a pattern from Quilter's Cache here which I reduced to 20% its size.
The zipper went in nicely although I did have to fuss with the side seams and unpick them a couple of times. Since this is for my great secret partner, I did not mind. I installed the little tabs at the ends of the zipper, as many people in the swap were doing that. Usually when I make a zipper bag I don't bother with the tabs.
Here is the back. I decided to feature a small piece of fabric I had purchased a year ago in a pile of charm squares. It is lovely and reminds me of sewing threads or embroidery. Do let me know if you recognize it as I have no idea what it is.
I included an outside pocket which I lined and topped with a bit of Denyse Schmidt Hope Valley in orange. I am going to sew in a little snap to keep that pocket closed when something is in it.
The lining is an Echino print from the 2011 spring line. It is an 80% cotton, 20% linen blend and light weight. I might add a label and zipper tab. Then all I have to do is pull the requisite scraps and send this off.
And since this is the mid point of Rhonda from Quilter in the Gap's Finish-a-Long, I am also showing off my two FAL finishes so far.
The Kaleidoscope Quilt, which is going to be on its way to my nephew in a day or two, is all done. The Ta Da post is here if you want to read more.
And I am using this lovely quilt on my bed now, it was my first FAL finish. You can read about it in this post.
I have a few other projects to do for the FAL and I might even have time to get them done by the end of March. Wish me luck.
I am linking this post of finishes to Thank Goodness it's Finally Friday, which Rhonda at Quilter in the Gap is hosting this week.. I hope you have time to check out the other finishes linked there.
I am so glad that it will be Friday soon, I am looking forward to a relaxing weekend.
Leanne
24 comments:
Wow - awesome pouch, Leanne! So many thoughtful details - your partner is sure to love it! And lovely finishes all around!
Gorgeous pouch! Loving the paper pieced panel on the front especially.
The pouch-making excitement is now turning to nervous anticipation!!
Love both the pouch and the quilt - but you knew that already xxx
Hi Leanne! That pouch is really really good! I love the fabrics and how you have used patchwork and also the outside pocket is perfect! Thank you for a great idea!
How nice to see again your adorable quilts!
x Teje
It is all so wonderful! Your partner is going to be so delighted with your pouch and your nephew too!
And your own quilt looks great in situ! One massive quilt by the look of it!
Love your pouch... great finishes too!
the pouch is awesome!! love the colors!
I love that pouch Leanne, but I've probably said it a million times now! Your kaleidoscope looks fab too. Mind is all neatly folded on a shelf waiting patiently to be basted and quilted - I need to stop thinking of other people to make quilts for and get this one finished, but it's for me so I keep letting it slide. Yours looks great! Love the bed quilt too!
I don't suppose there is any chance whatsoever that I am your pouch partner? I love your pouch!!!
really cute stuff Leanne, you can quilt ;)
Those pouches are adorable!
i LOVE that pouch - pleaseeeee can it be coming to me
And love the kaleidescope quilt too, I really want to make one: how did you find making it?
The pouch is wonderful, front and back. Love that extra outside pocket.
Ooh, love your tippecanoe front, the whole pouch is fab, sure your partner will love it!
Congrats on all those finishes too :o)
Your quilt and pouch are both fab!
Beautiful finishes, Leanne! That pouch is absolutely adorable and it's so precise and perfect. I'm sure your partner will think she's hit the jackpot with this gift. Thanks for linking up to TGIFF!
That is teeny little piecing, and it looks fantastic. :)
I love your pouch!
You are doing well with your finishes! And that pouch is fantastic!
I so LOVE your pouch Leanne, everything about it is perfect! If it's for me I will be one very happy girl!
Wow.. so beautiful! Love both of the quilts, and that little zippered pouch is so cute! Great job!
Love the pouch. Your nephew is gonna be so thrilled to get that awesome kaleidoscope quilt :D
Love your pouch, it would be very happy living here!
Both quilts are fabulous, and great finishes for the FAL.
I am awestruck. Can't decide what I like best.
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