The Libby Drawstring Bag

Hello my wonderful friends, I just wanted to thank all of you who are now following me on this blog and on Face Book. Please spread the word!

I wanted to share with you this next fabulous bag. This is Libby, she is so wonderful. So easy to make, easy to carry. I love her. You can make Libby in a ton of colors, leave them in your closet and switch out to coordinate with all your outfits.

Libby has a double shoulder strap for comfort, pockets on the inside, flat bottom with a gather.

Size 20" across 15" high. Great size.

What I like most about Libby is how simple she is and has such an impact with style. I have a few stores that are using Libby for classes, I have gotten a lot of positive feed back from this pattern, "easy to make, no need for a lot of supplies, easy to carry". Thank you to all of you for your feed back, it is great to hear from you.
Christmas is around the corner, she would make great a great gift for anyone. If you would like some more information about Libby please click here: http://jackiesdesighns.com/Libby050.html
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Sophie Quilt Block Tote Bag

This is a fun little over the shoulder tote bag. Using a simple quilt block, put together some of your favorite fabric pattern and color combination and you have your self an adorable bag great for everyday, vacation, shopping etc... perfect hands free shopping. She has comfortable thin strap, a large slip pocket on the front side with a tab button closure. Sophie is easy to make, she has so many endless possibilities with use of color and patterns. She is a very roomy 12 1/2" x 12" great size for all your personal belongings. You can see more of Sophie by clicking this link: http://www.jackiesdesighns.com/Sophie.html

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Horse Show Weekend

This is a little off topic but I wanted to share a bit of my busy life. My daughter shows horses and this is a picture of her and her first horse Othello. This weekend is a horse show and we are so excited. This is her second show with him. Wish us luck!! Yeah!!

A little info on Interfacing

Interfacing is what gives your bag character. It is what defines the look and feel. Interfacing is the most important part of your bag to give it structure when it is needed most. Interfacing is fused or sewn to the wrong side of your fabric to give it structure. If you are making a casual bag use an interfacing that is light weight and flexible. This will allow your bag to move with out a lot of structure but give it support. Hobo bags, casual totes and small bags are perfect for this interfacing. Light weight fleece interfacing is perfect for hobobags and can also be used. If you want a little more structure, use a medium weight interfacing, this gives a bit more structure, it is still giving you a casual look to the bag but yet a little more structure. Totes with embellishment and appliques, quilted bags, large bags like messenger bags and diaper bags are a perfect example for this interfacing. For a bag that requires a lot of structure like evening bags, clutches etc.., line your bag body and lining. This will allow your bag to stand on it's own. Light weight fusible interfacing is a fabulous product for small projects like coin purses, small bags (wristlets) wallets, and giving those saggy pockets structure. This interfacing comes in a variety of weights and makes a great substitute for sew interfacing. It is all up to you, you know what you are looking for. Do not be afraid to try, touch it at the store to get the feel for every weight, experiment with it. The options are endless. You can find interfacing at most of your fine fabric stores and online. I recently did some research on interfacing and found this helpful link that gives detailed information on choosing interfacing, preshrinking fabrics and fusing: http://www.thesewingplace.com/index.asp?PageAction=Custom&ID=1 Just remember to have fun with your project. You are creating a one of a kind piece of art, take your time and enjoy.

The Brenda Tote Bag

This is probably the best bag out there today. I absolutely love this bag. It is perfect for anyone who loves to be organized. Its perfect size holds file folders, magazines etc... Brenda has many pockets for all your essentials. Pens, cell phone etc...
The sides of the bag tie closed if you choose not to fill her full. To keep her closed is a tab over the front velcro closure. Quick and easy to make and use. She has a double shoulder strap for comfort. This is really an all around great bag. For more information on Brenda please click on the photo. To sign up for my monthly news letter please click here:
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You can find Brenda in many fine fabric stores and also visit Jackies Desighns.

Facebook

Hello to everyone. I wanted to let you know I have a facebook page to share. If you would like to connect with me there. Please click on the link to the front page of my blog, top right corner or this image. I am excited to see you there.

The Kenda Backpack simply adorable!

I love to share this backpack with you. It is probably my favorite one. It is best used as a purse then an actual backpack, but for the little ones with the right fabric this would be perfect. My inspiration was my daughter. She loves the quilted look and the smaller backpacks for school so I naturally had to make this style for her. This is the view of the front of the bag. The front has a slip pocket with a tab over the front to keep everything secure.

The inside is completely lined with pockets to help keep you organized. It is very roomy for the size. Remember to use coordinating fabric for the inside. It really completes the bag.

This is a view of the side of the bag to show you how comfortable it sits on your back. The straps are adjustable so you can set it just perfectly for your body structure.

The bag is quilted front and back. I love the top of the bag how it folds so perfectly when you draw the bag closed. The back of the bag has a zipper pocket (Picture not shown) . The zipper pocket is very easy to install.

This is close up view of the detail on the bag, it has coordinating strips of fabric to give it some style and add another element of color, fabric pattern design and dimension. This is a perfect size backpack to carry as your everyday bag. It is comfortable and full of a lot of style. Kenda is easy to make and with school just around corner you want to be ready and surprise someone with this fabulous backpack. For more information about this backpack please click on this link: http://jackiesdesighns.com/Backpackpatterns.html Sign up for my monthly news letter: http://jackiesdesighns.com/aboutthedesigner.html

Back Pack Pattern Pamula Jean

I am proud to share with you this wonderful backpack. I was looking for a backpack that was easy to make and fabulous to wear. Pamula Jean offers all of that. You can mix and match all of your fabric fabrics to create your own one of a kind look.

Pamula Jean has a wide should strap for comfort, you can adjust the straps for your desired length. The ends are tapered and tripled stitched for professional clean look. The shoulder straps are not only comfortable but are also the closure for the backpack. Just simply pull them tight. It really gives the top and nice folded gathered look. The only way to access inside this bag as if you take the back pack off and open from the top. This pattern does use grommets, but if you are not comfortable with grommets, button holes will work just fine.

This is a quilt block pattern with an accent strip to give you many options for color and print. You can really have a lot of fun with this pattern. I like the fact that you can mix and match so many colors and prints. There is a lot of simple detail to this pattern that really makes it special and one of a kind.

Inside this backpack has pockets to help keep you organized. Pamula Jean measures at 16" wide x 17" tall. Great size for every day and for school. With school starting soon, now is the time to get started on making several of these, it would be great to have these around in many color tones to coordinate with you wardrobe.

I think that you will really love to make this backpack. It takes no time at all, easy and adorable with so many different colors and prints. To see more about Pamula Jean including supply list please click on this link: http://jackiesdesighns.com/PamulaJean.html

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Quilt Fest of Jacksonville

I am very excited to announce that my patterns are going to be at the Quilt Fest of Jacksonville Florida.
Here is the link: http://www.quiltfestjax.com . You can find a variety of my patterns on display at The Country Crossroads Quilt shop of Jacksonville Florida booth.
Dates September 24 - 26 2009.
Here is the link to Country Crossroads store: http://countrycrossroads.com
If you have never been to this quilt fest it is a must to go. It is the largest and with many vendors, quilts for sale, things to do for the kids and so much more.
Along with my patterns there will be samples of my bags for you to look at as well.
Stop by Lynn's booth and tell her I sent you.
Lv Jackie

So much going on with me...

First I am proud to show you my poohbear. This is her with her very first horse butter cup. She is gorguse palamino mare.

I am not able to bring her home yet. We are still working on getting the fence up and the barn. I tell ya, if you have never done this before, it is a lot of work. First the permits then the labor. Oh my goodnes... But in all it will be worth it.

Next I just found out yesterday that a very good friend of our family has diabeties. That was huge for us. So I am helping is wife and we are going to work together to conquer this. I have been doing a lot of research for recpies for healthy eating etc... there is a lot of information out there. That is wonderful.

Good news!! My patterns are in another quilt shop, Fireside Quilts, here is the link: http://www.firesidequilts.com . Fabulous store. Stop by if you ever have the time. Tell her Jackie sent ya.

Have a great day.

Elise Kitchen Apron Pattern

I wanted to share this with you. It is a new pattern for me. It is a fabulous kitchen apron that is now available. It is a section on my website that I have been slowly trying to get together. I love aprons. I have many people in my family who cook so I was inspired by them and of course "Neena" who is my mother.

The back of the apron has a wonderful tie. I think the bow adds a touch of feminine quality to an apron. I just love the full size bow. The waist band is very slimming.

The dish towel loop is what gives this apron the special feature that a lot of aprons out there do not have. You are always on the hunt for that dish cloth, keep it by your side always. It is perfectly positioned. No need to keep it on the counter or over the cabinet door. It is right there for you.

This pattern is so very easy to make and comes in all sizes, small to extra large. Makes a great gift as well. You can see more about this apron here at: http://www.jackiesdesighns.com/NeenasKitchenPatterns.html

There will be more added to this page so keep stopping by. Thank you, Jackie

Easy Peeezzy Pockets for Your HandBag

You will love these pockets for your bag. You can make them with or with out interfacing. The interfacing just gives the pocket support. You will need 1piece of fabric, cotton is best, and 1 piece of light weight fusible interfacing both cut at 8 1/2" wide x 11" tall.

Your panels are going to be long wise.

Fuse the interfacing to the wrong side of the panel. Use manufactures instructions.

Fold in half long wise and pin to secure.

Sew using a 3/8" seam allowance. Be sure to back stitch on both ends to be secure.

Easy Peeezzy Pockets for Your Handbags part 2

This is what you should have once sewn.

Trim the access on each corner and discard, you are reducing the bulk.

Turn right side facing you and push your corners crisp, press if needed.

Fold under the raw edges into the cavity of the pocket. Press.

Pin to secure. Pocket made! Now when you place this on your lining panel, be sure the open end is facing the bottom of the lining panel so that when you sew it in place, the open end will sew closed.

More pictures of Libby

Here are a few more pictures of my Libby bag. This bag will be traveling to quilt stores all over Florida and a few in Georgia. My friend with Blank Textiles will be featuring this bag along with the fabric to purchase for quilt stores as well as the pattern. Hopefully you will see it in one of your stores soon.

Libby Drawstring Shoulder Bag

Isn't she cute. I have to say that I just love this bag. The fabric is so fabulous. The detail is amazing. The style of bag is perfect for the fabric. Full of life. Libby is just a great all around bag.
She has so much function. Inside is lined with a pocket. It is a draw string so closes tight. Double shoulder straps. Thin so they are not to bulky.

Libby is easy to make. She whips up in one simple afternoon. She has a flat bottom with pleats to give you tons of room with out looking bulky. Her size is 20" wide x 15" tall when fully open.

If you would like even more information about Libby please click here: http://www.jackiesdesighns.com/Libby050.html . Thanks for looking.

Busy Busy Busy

I have not been blogging much lately, I got a terrible cold. Still have it. Not as bad as it was but good heavens, it put me out of commission for a week, if not longer. All of my creative juices sorta got put away for a while and now they are pouring out like tomato juice. lol..
I have already made a new bag pattern, oh my goodness it is adorable. I am not able to show you yet because I am still working on photos for the pattern cover and then all of the other stuff that goes along with it. I will have it featured in my July news letter along with a new apron pattern. Yes I have been very busy. If you have not signed up for my news letter you may want to so you can see them first: http://www.jackiesdesighns.com/aboutthedesigner.html
I promise you will not be disappointed.
Have a great day!

A cute little wallet

This is one of my patterns. Her name is Claudette. Is is very cute. Easy to make with no trouble at all. She has everything you need. A zipper pocket, place for cash, credit cards and your check book. The front has a velcro closure for easy access.
http://www.jackiesdesighns.com/accessorypatterns.html

Allie Tote Bag Sew Along

This is my sew along bag I will be sharing for July. It is originally made for Allie, she was my swap partner on my bag group. Sue my moderator organized a very successful summer swap. It was a lot of fun. Thank you Sue.

The bag is a quilt block pattern with lots of pockets, no closure but it is deep enough so there is no worries. The back of the bag is all pockets, great for slip and run out the door.

I just love this bag, it was fun to make and hopefully everyone will have fun making it as well.

Lv Jackie

Daphne' Handbag Accessory

Daphne' is every women's favorite handbag accessory. She is full of style, and function.
This pattern has so many options they are endless. First, the accessory bag is a very easy to install inside zipper pocket. Not only does it have this feature it also has two slip pockets to keep even more of your favorite items organized. The zipper pocket is perfect for loose change and cash. The slip pockets are perfect for receipts, credit cards and so much more.The flap for Daphne' is a Velcro closure, very important to keep your credit cards safe.
The Daphne' accessory case has been made by Posh clients as a shoulder bag as well. It makes the perfect all around bag for anyone.

Daphne' also comes with a sun glass case the coordinated perfectly. The front of Daphne' has a slip pocket for easy access. The closure is a flap over the front Velcro. Inside can hold your favorite sunglasses, a small camera etc..
The handy hand strap is perfect for the on the go wristlet as well. Another great bag.
Size of accessory bag: 6 1/2" x 7"Size of sun glass case: 7 1/2" x 4"

For more information about Daphne' including purchasing information please click here:

http://www.jackiesdesighns.com/Daphne021.html

Thank you. Jackie

My Coconut Bag

This is my coconut bag. I recieved this coconut bag from a friend. She got it from a yard sale. It looks handmade, but I am not sure. Inside has a zipper lining to keep your things inside. It is really neat. My daughter just loves this bag.