I've been a long time fan of Michelle Patterns. I learned how to sew bags from her patterns and tutorials. Her patterns are always well written and clear so when I decided it was time for a new iPad case I instantly fell in love with her Idea Pouch design.
There's room for my iPad, two Moleskine journals and a larger journal as well.
There are pen and pencils pockets too. I left the stitching for a few of the pen pockets out in favor of a larger slot for my iPhone and/or ear buds.
I love the detail of the pleated pocket!
And the interoffice closure is so unique and fun. Two vintage buttons and some ribbon and it is a very secure case.
I've been saving the last of my washi fabrics for a fun project... and one that I would get to keep and enjoy and I'm so glad that I did!
This was a fast and fun project. The directions and tips were excellent as usual. The double topstitching and the pleated pouch really make this case high quality. And unlike some other patterns in my past {not Michelle's}, I finished this pouch knowing that I would be making more of them. Which is a good thing because Steve is already wanting one. And FYI, Steve has the keyboard attachment for his iPad and it fits in this case along with everything else just fine...
And the best part, I got stopped in Starbucks this morning and was asked if I got this case from Anthropologie {huge compliment to Michelle and her design!}. That was pretty awesome by itself and then I got to tell them that I made it. :) Made my day!
Hapy Fabric Tuesday!
18 comments:
That's super cute! I love her patterns, too. I especially love how she points out and breaks down the tricky spots, like "trust me and hand-baste the zipper here…".
And Anthropologie, eh? You've arrived! lol. Awesome1
Very, very nice!! I can see it with a cross body strap, too! Love her patterns, too.
What a cool compliment...not, "Did you make that?" which always makes me feel like I should never carry/use the item again, lol!
Love,love.It`s absolutely beautiful!!
This is so cute. I went to buy the pattern and was confused, thinking "Hey, this looks just like Keyka Lou" and then remembered she had changed her name. How awesome that someone thought you got it from Anthropologie!
Hi j, love the fabric choice....and your pouch..well distinctive yes by golly yes
this is so cute in washi. i already have the pattern but haven't been able to decide on a fabric yet. cant wait to make it! yours is FAB.
saw it on instagram earlier, love it! and the anthropologie question, wow how awesome is that?! i think i need one :D
Anthropologie? What a great compliment?
What a great pouch! You did a great job, from picking the perfect fabric, to the buttons and your piecing! And what a great compliment!!
Great pouch!!! Love the fabric choice. The buttons and ribbon really finish off perfectly.
What a beautiful pouch, and the fabric is just perfect for it. You're making me tempted to go and get the pattern even though I don't even have an ipad or tablet!!!
Adorable! At first I was sad that I couldn't make it because I don't have an iPad, and while I'm still sad I don't have an iPad, I still think it might be awesome for me to have for a small notebook and external hard drive (I do a lot of archival research.) I think I'll definitely check this pattern out!
And congrats on the Anthropologie moment. :)
I got to pattern test this little Idea Pouch for Michelle and I've already made two! It's such a great pattern and Michelle always give such great instructions!
It's gorgeous!! Not at all surprised at the compliment :) Great fabric and any pattern that has space for an Ipad as well as pens and paper is just genius!!
That is so pretty. I love the fabric too. I will have to check out her patterns.
Hi Jennifer. Fabulous finish . It's very trendy!
Love your version! I've made one too and absolutely love the pattern.
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