Originally Posted by katier825
Before you cut, check the strap length compared to other purses you like. I added a few inches to mine, meaning I had to cut another strip of fabric and fleece.
I cut out my first one this morning...also decided to lengthen the straps. I'm making mine out of reversible pre-quilted fabric, using coordinating non-quilted fabric for the lining (and I won't use batting on the lining since it will get enough body from the outer parts. Seems like I never make a pattern exactly according to instructions.
Although this is my first bow tucks bag, I've made many many bags before, usually from my own patterns.