So excited to be able to share your wonderful designs for all to see. I am submitting my “variation” of your Chinese Handbag. As I wanted a larger tote style bag, I adapted these designs for a tote that was my own pattern. I actually used batting under the designs and really like the look. The layout was slightly different to get the effect I wanted and used this design for the large front pocket. I also used a combination of folding the fabric back on one side but left the other one open flat in order to sew the inside parts together. The pocket has a magnetic snap as does the tote itself. I used a medium weight linen for the main sections with additional padding between the tote and the lining. The lining is a batik cotton. There are 5 sections within the bag, which don’t show up too well in the photo. The embroidery thread is poly. The only thing I would do different is add an inside zipper! Judy
I love what you did with it!!!! It’s so much fun for me to see where designs can go and become…Suz
