Rag Time

So, I'm ready to show you my weekend Zone project~ I made a Rag Quilt Bag. I love how Rag Quilt projects turn out so soft and fluffy. To get started I cut out my squares of denim, floral print, flannel, and backing pieces.

Then I layered the pieces and arranged them into the pattern I wanted.

I picked out a cheerful little button from by button box~

And of course I selected some ric-rac because it is just fun :-)

Then I sewed the squares together to form the front, back, sides, and bottom. When making a Rag Quilt, you sew backwards... the seams are on the outside.

Then I made the pockets, straps and button closure.

I like to add linings to my bags so that I can make the pockets the size I want.

After I put the linings in place I start to assemble the bag. It sort of looks like a little girls dress in this shot...... hummmm that's an idea.

I pinned the straps and button closure in place and then sewed the top seam.

Next I attached the button.....

Then it was time to get Snippy. I can not stress enough that to make a rag quilt, you need a good pair of snips! I tried to make my first project with just a pair of scissors to snip the seams..... My hand hurt for DAYS!! Plus it took at least 3 times as long to complete.


Here's the finished project~ an inside view...

And the front. Now all it needs is a spin in the washer and dryer and it will fluff up and soften.

This is a lap quilt I made this Spring. See how the seams look fuzzy and oh so soft?

This is another bag that I made. I jazzed it up with some embroidery on my machine. I really liked it, but I sold it to a lady in California. I may have to make another one for me.

I have a couple of other projects to share with you, but I will have to wait until they reach their destinations.... I wouldn't want to spoil any surprises.

Warm and happy greetings from the Zone~Rhonda