Fusible Applique' Art on Scrap-bags Triple Squares Pattern

I met Pam Ring at Surtex, she is a mixed media artist. The poster below is an example of her work. We agreed to do an artist swap at the show. I took inspiration from her work to design a bag for her.

I created the house image (on the bag) in adobe illustrator and printed it onto printable fabric, the fabric brand was Printed Treasures by Milliken.

Pattern: Scrap-bags Triple Squares pattern.
Bag Front

Bag Back

After creating the bag for Pam. I was intrigued by this Fabric Inkjet printing technique and so I took one of my gouache portaits and scanned it into my computer and then printed it on the fabric and created this bag.

All of the fabrics shown in this post are from Lonni Rossi's Paint Box Collection from Andover fabrics.

Posh by Chez Moi for Moda

Fat-Quarter Scrap-bags™ pattern.

Version #1 using a Single Fat Quarter of Fabric.

Version #2 using three fabrics sewn in strips.

April Cornell Maypole Collection for Moda

Scrap-bags™ Checkbook Cover pattern.

Za Za by Erin Michael for Moda Fabrics

Fat-Quarter Scrap-bag™ pattern. Super Easy, quick sewing project, make one to match every outfit!

Trend Alert - Peace Sign Trend - Free Applique Download

Peace Sign Trend

We've noticed the return of the peace sign! Being a child of the 60's it takes me back in time and puts a smile on my face. It's retro . . . yes. But if we think about it, it might remind us to allow peace in our personal lives, which could spread to our families, communities . . . and who knows?

If you'd like to incorporate the peace sign into your next project please visit our Free Stuff page and download a pdf file free with instructions for this fusible applique version.

We think our Triple Squares Scrap-bag™ (shown) is great place to feature the applique.

Winter Inspiration from the Scrap-bags Studio

I don't know what the weather is like where you live. But, here in Minnesota it's very BLACK and WHITE. It's cold and snowy and a bit gray. I think it's beautiful.

I've chosen some bags that reflect those same qualtities. Sorry I don't have the fabric info to share this time. I used my STASH and scraps don't always have the selvage info.

If you live in the north and are not a fan of winter like I am, don't worry . . . out of winter comes spring. It never fails. Every night after work, I peruse the new seed catalogs that have arrived!

Wurlitzer! Fat-Quarter Scrap-bag™

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1 fat quarter of "Wurlitzer" from Alexander Henry Fabrics.

1 additional 6" strip the width of fabric from the same 'Wurlitzer" fabric for the strap.

To make strap: Press in half lengthwise (wrong sides together) and then press the raw edges into the center meeting at the pressed halfway mark. (wrong sides together) Then press in half lengthwise and in half again until you have a strap about 3/4" wide. Then stitch down the long side on both sides and you have a strap.

You'll also need:
Pattern: Fat-Quarter Scrap-bags #202 FQBP
Closure:(1) Scrap-bags 18mm Gold magnetic snap.
Thin fusible fleece or quilt batting: 11"x18".

Detail: We hand quilted down the center of all the white stripes with a teal quilting thread.

Checkbook Cover in Heather Bailey's Freshcut Fabric

Pattern: Scrap-bags Checkbook Cover Item #608 CBC


This project will take you no time at all to complete!

Vinyl covered checkbook cover with cardboard insert is included with each pattern. Cover fits standard and duplicate check with slide in pockets for checks and register.

We used one fabric (Heather Bailey's Freshcut to match the handbag above)for this sample. (8"x8') D1584-130 from Free Spirit.

You will also need:
Pattern: Scrap-bags Checkbook Cover Item #608 CBC
8"x8" of a light weight paper backed fusible web.

Peas and Carrots, Building Blocks by Moda

Peas and Carrots plus Building Blocks by Sandy Klop of for Moda. Pattern: Triple Squares Shoulder Bag #401 TSSB GREAT BOOK BAG FOR BACK TO SCHOOL! This is an EXCELLENT first time sewer's project. Our Triple Squares bag is SUPER EASY . . . even with the zipper! You'll need: Pattern: Triple Squares Shoulder Bag #401 TSSB 1 yd -of Peas and Carrots Stripe Yellow 21063 16 Moda #1 for the front, back, lining and strap. 1/2 yd - Peas and Carrots Daisies Green 21059 14 Moda #1 for large pockets. 1/8 yd - Building Blocks Dots Yellow 21048 22 Moda #1. Fusible Fleese or Thin Quilt Batting: (2) 15" x 15" Closure: (1) 12" Zipper OR (1) Scrap-bags 18 mm Magnetic Snap

A darn cute child's tote! Duck Duck Goose by Jamie Kalvestran for Andover Fabrics

Pattern: Triple Squares Shoulder Bag #401 TSSB

Our Triple Squares bag is SUPER EASY . . .
even with the zipper!

This would make a great first time sewer's project.







You'll need:
Andover Fabrics:
1 yd -Style: P0260 Pattern: 3321 Color: G
1/2 yd - Style: P0260 Pattern:3320
Color: G
Thin Quilt Batting: (2) 15" x 15"
Closure: (1) 12" Zipper OR (1)
Scrap-bags Magnetic snap.