I think everyone needs to read what Jodie has to say about the Stitches and Craft Show. It's the post I've been trying to formulate in my poor little overworked brain these last few weeks and haven't been able to find the words. She says it all. Jodie also points over to Jennie, who has very nicely made a linky list of Incubator bloggy-types who you should really come and say hello to at the show.
And now I'd like to introduce The Straw That (Nearly) Broke the Camel's Little Overworked Brain..... known to those-in-the-know as the "Party Purse".
The Party Purse is a cute little wristlet with an optional draped detail (which can be on one side, both sides or not included at all). It has a zippered closure (a different method from the Coin and Make-Up purses) and darted shaping in the body of the purse. It's a quick-fix project for those afternoon "Yikes! I need a bag to match my outfit by this evening" moments.
It's $15 for the pattern and the product code is P1001.
If you're just beginning to branch out from beginner sewing projects, this is an excellent choice. It will teach you a few tricks without being too daunting. If you've used (and learned from) my other bag patterns, you can add rings and detachable straps and change it into a small shoulder bag or handbag.
It'll have its first outing at the Stitches and Craft Show. To celebrate, there's going to be a SUPER GOOD DEAL involving it.... at the show. You have to come.
If you'd like to order the Party Purse Pattern online, it's on the website. Leah's holding the fort while I'm away and will be answering enquiries and processing orders as efficiently as ever this week. Go on... give her something to do!
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See you at - or after - the Show!
"Bend both knees, keep the back straight."
ReplyDeleteCute wee bag!
Good luck!!!
Cheers,
AJ
May the force be with those hamstrings!!..........I do remember waking up on the Monday after the last Sunday packup aching in places I didn't know I actually had muscles!
ReplyDeleteBest of luck with the show Nikki.
Oooo Nikki, it's the worst bit isn't it!? You just want to get to the fun bit of chatting and selling and seeing but dang, there's that nasty stuff called 'hard work' inbetween.
ReplyDeleteGood luck, may your muscles not fail you and remember, caffeine is a helper when you get tired!
See you Friday AND Saturday!!
Leah will have something to do in the morning. I placed an order not too long ago!
ReplyDeleteHave fun Nikki!
ReplyDeleteOoh, gorgeous bag! Love the fabric choice used for the third sample.
ReplyDeleteSee you at the Show Saturday!
Good luck with all that loading and set up today!
ReplyDeleteJodie certainly has a way with words. Sounds like the show is going to be a real hoot!
ReplyDeleteHope your set-up went well (and before the rain came though!). I can't wait to get my copy of the Party Purse (though mine might have to be more your out-for-an-early-dinner-at-a-family-restaurant-and-home-and-in-bed-by-9pm purse!)
ReplyDeleteBest of luck and have a good time, Nikki!
ReplyDeleteOooooh! Pretty, pretty! Love the new bag design... you rock.
See you tomorrow Nikki!
ReplyDeleteLovely to see you today, hope it all goes well for you. Looking forward to Friday.
ReplyDeleteGreat to see you at the show. Loved, loved your kits and purchased a lot to keep me busy. Your web page is also BRILLIANT! Thanks for your tips, encouragement and passion.
ReplyDeleteYour stall looked great. Hope you made lots of sales -- so much hard work. Well done.
ReplyDeleteYour stall did look lovely. I hope the rest of the weekend was fun and profitable!
ReplyDeleteIt was good to see you again, and very nice to meet Lara and your other helper who is drop dead gorgeous (damn her) but I've forgotten her name.
I made the Party Purse, gonna try it with some sheer fabric when I get up the nerve.
http://beasplace.wordpress.com/2010/05/11/partypurse-by-nicole-mallalieu-design/