Does anyone try to make Vera Bradley bags?
09-22-2014, 03:05 AM
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I am not enamored by Vera Bradley, esp since they are manufactured in China. With that said, when I put up to 8 hours of time and $40-$50 into the material to make a purse, suddenly Vera prices are cheap buys! But my purses are one of a kind. I get random compliments all of the time. Interestingly, the local Vera retailer complimented me on my "Vera" bag! LOL!! Even she was fooled! I felt vindicated.
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09-22-2014, 03:57 AM
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Well some brands are just better then others. So I look for that brand before buying another. I know I'll be getting what I expect. I have not found a tote or fabric purse with handles to stay standing or the sides not to collapse after washing. Even my oldest VB bag doesn't collapse or the handles fall down. I get annoyed when someone shopping with me say why by that when this looks the same but much cheaper. It's like they get put out because I buy the better one.
09-22-2014, 09:42 AM
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A LQS had a class in bags and they gave hand outs and I made mine from this handout. It was the regular vb that was a rectangular bag. It turned out great and I made a bunch. It also gave me ideas how to change the pattern and still make the purse work.
09-22-2014, 11:27 AM
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I'm ordering the materials to make these for Christmas gifts. Seem simple enough. Just need to buy one $10 Vera Bradley placemat. 
09-22-2014, 11:57 AM
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Check out this book. There are some really nice styles in it and you cold make a custom to your color favorite bag.
http://www.amazon.com/Big-City-Bags-...=big+city+bags
There are many more pictures of the other bags in the book if you click on the main book picture.
http://www.amazon.com/Big-City-Bags-...=big+city+bags
There are many more pictures of the other bags in the book if you click on the main book picture.
09-24-2014, 09:12 PM
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Hi, I am using a combination of 2 Simplicity patterns, plus some innovation of my own to copy a tote bag I purchased. They are Simplicity 1153, and 2201. I am using the one I bought for the details, and fabric I purchased.
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