Here is my first BurdaStyle creation. Seems like making an Estelle bag is a rite of passage around here.
Decorator fabrics that I found on sale, light velvet for the handles that I re-enforced with fusible interfacing, a magnetic snap closure
Estelle Bag pattern
Project of the Week
Perfect for Autumn days we’ve created a cardigan with a flowing, extended lapel.
Project of the Week!
This week: The male counterpart to the Louisa vest
Member Project of the Week
A dress made from cotton batik with traditional Javanese pattern called ‘Kawung’
Technique of the week
Learn how to alter a basic bodice into a "leaf" pleated bodice
Blast From the Past
Nothing better than a handsome fellow in a well fitting suit.
Apr 8, 2009, 08.05 AMby HawaiianDee
This looks fantastic! I love the colors. I have yet to embark on this rite of passage but after seeing so many beautiful examples I think I’m ready for challenge. How long did it take you?