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Last night I broke in the new sewing machine and finished the "Pleated Beauty Handbag" from Amy's book. I opted for just the flannel lining and left out the interfacing, but now I kind of wish I hadn't bent the rules so much. It's a bit floppy, but for a bag that will most likely be carting around diapers, yarn and knitting needles, I think it will do.

This morning I finished some new "Wee Market Totes'' for the shop, and just as soon as I get another free moment, they will be listed!

Yesterday, we had a lovely visit from Stephen's sister Trudi and her husband Jim. Trudi is a great knitter (I'm certainly very envious of her talent) and knit this adorable little doll for Elisabeth's birthday. She even included an extra blue dress. So sweet. The pattern is from Knitted Toys, a book with so many great projects that someday I hope to complete. For now I'll keep working on Elisabeth's winter hat...

Comments

[Grace]

Good job on the Pleated Beauty! I pretty much need to make one now. It wasn't the first project that caught my eye in the book, but now I'm smitten.

The doll your sister-in-law knitted is beautiful!

[megin]

Love the bag! And I can't wait to learn more about that clutch that you posted about a few posts back...'twas gorgeous!

[Concha]

I also own that book but never dared to try that bag... Yours looks great!!

[Rhea]

Hey my friend!!! A new sewing machine!!! I cannot bee-leev eet!!! That's so fortuitous!!! I need to see this thing up close and personal and watch it in action!!! Can't wait to see you and see the finished bag. My Green and Black's was polished off at precisely 11:09 this morning ( I made a note of the time so I could tell you how long it lasted) Anyways. See you and E soon!
XOXO Rhea Rhea

[amy k.]

this is amazing!! my I use this photo and link to your from my blog?? I am doing a little round up of cool bend-the-rules projects out there