Thinking Pink...
 

...For Spring. Does it sort of resemble a '50's retro look? I don't mind, I was born in the late 50's so I suppose it fits this old girl ;). It came out 9 1/2" long, 4 1/2' deep (at the bottom, the side pieces narrow to 2" at the top) and just under 7" high, enough for my eyeglass/sunglass holder to stand upright and be easily accessible. I just serpentine quilted the pieces and outlined the flowers/leaves on the double-batted flap so they have a little dimension. Thanks for looking and keep heart that Spring is just around the corner. :)

it's a beauty! Like your outline stitching and the spring feeling. Goo for you!

Oh now that is adorable and I"m not a pink girl. But i love this!!

Very nice and professional looking

I'm a pink freak but even if I wasn't I think it's really cute and so well made.

Love it! Did you design the pattern yourself?

Great job! Awesome work!

This is a wonderful job, it is so pretty. Can you tell us what the pattern is please.

Love it! I would also like to know where to get the pattern.

Love it! Where did you get the pattern. I would love to find one like that.

love the coordinating fabrics!

Thanks everyone! :) I didn't use a commercial pattern, just decided what size I wanted the finished purse and worked out the dimensions, I cut all the pieces about 1/4" larger and then after quilting trimmed to:

Front and back: 10" L x 7 1/2" W
Bottom" 10" L x 5" W
Sides: 7 1/2" L x 5" W (trimmed to 5" on the bottom narrowing to 2 1/2" at the top)

I did make a paper pattern for the flap lower edge shape, I started with about a 10 1/4" x 9" piece and cut to pattern shape, 2 layers of Hobbs batting and the fabric top and back, sewed around the three sides, turned right side out and edge stitched and then outline quilted the flowers/leaves.

The polka dot pink are pockets on front and back, the strap has 1 3/4" polka dot fabric and 1 3/8" of the main fabric so when sewn on each side and turned right side out the bottom fabric curls up over the edge. One layer of batting in the strap, and edge stitched in the ditch. D rings on small tabs sewn in the seam of the sides/lining, and small covers over the strap ends. The lining pieces all cut 1/8" smaller than body pieces (and even then still had to re-sew to get it sized enough to not bag [too much] on the inside).

I hadn't thought of feet on the bottom Tartan but thanks for the idea (I do have some pink polka dot buttons lol). :)

This is a very Cute bag!

Cute, definitely cute…great job on constructing without a pattern. It came together nicely and will be a wonderful accessory to your spring wardrobe. Thank you for sharing.

Yes, that was my thought too. I looks like you just bought it off the shelf at a fine boutique. I had not thought about feet, but I agree that little feet would be not only charming but also would help keep the bottom clean. A lovely effort. The next Vera Bradley is among us! ;) .

amazing, and without a pattern. You are a pro!

You did an outstanding job and I'm amazed you did it without a pattern too. I agree, you are a professional.

It's beautiful!!!

I really love your purse. It looks very contemporary and professionally made. Such attention to detail makes a great looking bag. Well done!

Oh, very nicely done. You have a great eye for quilting a purse. I wish I had your talent. Very pretty.

Beautiful purse and colors. Looks very professional.

You all are making me blush, thanks for all of the lovely comments and thoughts, such a wonderful group we have here. :)

geevee, there are those among us (me) who can't imagine making up your own pattern! That in itself is an art form to me :)

Beautiful bag, geevee! Great for Spring time.

Such a beauty and I am a pink girl and I am loving this, congratulations on a fine finish

cherrybsixty

That is a gorgeous bag! Thanks so much for sharing the pattern! Wow! Just love it!

So cute! It would be darling with a pair of black jeans/slacks and a white shirt and black flats. For like you said, it does look fifties styled.