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Finished Project Friday: Scripture Tote & Covers for MN

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I was privileged to make the scripture tote for my good friend's daughter.  She recently turned eight-years-old and received her own set of scriptures.  I quickly learned that when I develop my own pattern for something, I should probably write it down!  It was June 2010 when I made the last scripture tote ... the one for which I actually made the pattern.  I didn't write down anything about it, except what I did on my blog ... so I just went off of that and what I could remember.


I spent quite a bit of time trying to remember how to make the bag, and actually made one and it was too small!  So, I took it apart and changed the pattern measurements and then it was slightly too big.  *sigh* I started again, but this time I had expected it, so I just had to do a couple of alterations.  I also eliminated one of the pockets in the inside and added a zippered pocket on the outside ... A change that I will definitely do again next time.  At any rate, I finally figured it out ... and I did write down everything, so I know how to make it next time without all the mistakes!




My friend's daughter picked out the fabrics, and I supplemented with some navy in my stash, which I love so much more than without the navy.  In all, I love the cover and tote! They turned out much more beautiful than I expected.  And, I just may have to purchase some more of that fabric line and make a bag for me!
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Lynette said…
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!! Thank you again and again and again. :) I can't believe you made them without any kind of pattern -- I think I somehow missed that! Very impressive. BTW, you haven't told me what I owe you for them...I have $$ and would like to give it to you so I don't forget!
November 05, 2011
Aubrey A said…
You are a very talented woman my friend! I love this!!! Envious of your sewing talent. :) So envious.
November 05, 2011
Ashley said…
OHH that turned out SO cute, I love the covers as well!!
November 07, 2011
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