Penelope Handbag

I recently took a class at Willett's Sew and Vac in McKinney, Texas to make this Penelope Handbag by Michelle Dorsey.

I didn't have time to shop for fabrics 

because I signed up at the last minute. 

Thankfully, I have a pretty good stash 

so I dug into it and used these batiks.

I have never sewn anything 

like this before so it was fun! 

I've mostly created art quilts in the past.

For a first handbag, this 

was probably not the easiest. 

Nevertheless, I enjoyed making it!

I really like it but 

I confess that I do not love it. 

It's much too serious for me! 

I prefer brighter, happier colors 

that evoke a bit of whimsy! 

Or a lot of whimsy! 

LOL  

Perhaps I'll use it as a tote 

for carrying supplies to classes.

  

May Your Day Be Colorful and Bright!

D~~~~