Editors' Favorite Bag Patterns
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Flea Market Bag
"I like the simple design to carry the water bottle, notebook, and books I take with me when I travel or go to appointments," administrative assistant Mary Irish says. "With the large open area it shows off the beautiful fabric."
Fabrics: Evelyn collection by Anna Griffin for Windham Fabrics
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Flea Market Bag
Designer: Grand Revival Designs
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The Harmony Handbag
"I saw the bag at the International Quilt Market in Houston and knew I had to make it," design director Nancy Wilessays. "I grew up sewing my own garments, and I love the challenge and results from nicely tailored, finely detailed sewing. This bag has great details-contrasting-color pleats and ties as well as a fun, feminine shape. There are lots of pockets including a little pocket to hold beverages inside."
Fabrics: City Girl Collection by Kitty Yoshida for Benartex
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The Harmony Handbag
Designer: Studio Kat Designs
To order this pattern, visit Studio Kat Designs.
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Bali Bag
"I'm a big fan of batiks, so when I saw this pattern I knew I had to make it," assistant editor Jody Sanders says. "Clothesline covered with 2-1/2"-wide strips of batiks is the secret to this bag. After the clothesline has been covered, the bag is constructed. To get a jump-start, use pre-cut strips such as Bali Pops by Hoffman Fabrics or Jelly Rolls by Moda Fabrics."
Fabrics: Bali Pops in Sherbet for Hoffman Fabrics
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Bali Bag
Designer: Aunties Two
To order this pattern, visit Quilting By The Bay.
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Tag Along Tote
Three fat quarters are all you need to make this 7x8-inch bag by Terry Atkinson of Atkinson Designs. It's just the right size for the quilter on the go.
Fabrics: Bijoux and Pop Garden collections by Heather Bailey for FreeSpirit
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Tag Along Tote
Designer: Terry Atkinson for Atkinson Designs
To order this pattern, visit Atkinson Designs.