Nostalgic pink rose pouch

Well, the first of the re-released fabrics from the "Barefoot Roses" collection arrived and I just had to cut into it and make this little pouch. This collection is all about modern romance featuring nostalgic pink rose bouquets, rose medallions and polka dots. I embellished the front panel with a pleated strip of red gingham and creamy floral lace. It is fully lined with a blush pink polka dot cotton fabric. Sweetness!

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Der erste nostalgische Rosenstoff aus der "Barefoot Roses" Kollektion ist eingetroffen, und ich musste daraus unbedingt ein kleines romantisches Täschchen fertigen. Das vordere Panel habe ich mit einem gerüschten Vichy und cremiger Spitze verziert. Innen ist es mit rosa Polkadots gefüttert. So richtig schön shabby chic!

Just looking at these fabrics together brings a smile to my face. The little pouch is large enough to store  your daily essentials yet will easily fit into your purse.

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Das Täschchen ist süß und praktisch - alle "lebensnotwendigen" Dinge lassen sich hier problemlos verstauen, immer griffbereit in der Handtasche.

This OOAK pouch measures about 7.5 " widening to about  8" inches at the bottom, about 5" tall and 1" deep. It is fully lined and softly padded throughout and opens/closes with a cream zipper. I will be listing it in my shop soon!

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Dieses Täschchen ist (wie alle meine Taschen) ein Einzelstück. Es ist ca. 20 cm breit, 13 cm hoch und 2,5 cm tief. Es ist vollständig gefüttert und mit Vlies stabilisiert. Öffnet/schließt mit einem cremefarbenen Reißverschluss. Dieses romantische Täschchen kommt bald in den Shop!

Quilted White Linen Pouch

It's a public holiday here today and after a heavy rain storm this morning the sun is finally breaking through the clouds and I'm hoping it will stay a while...

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Mädels, wir hatten heute morgen so ein heftiges Gewitter, aber jetzt endlich kommt die Sonne hinter den Wolken hervor. Hoffentlich bleibt sie ein Weilchen...dann kann ich mich endlich (am heutigen Feiertag) auf die Terrasse setzen!

I had some of this soft white linen fabric left, just enough to make this cute flat bottom pouch. I quilted the entire body, which is a bit difficult to see as it's white on white. Also, I finally found a use for these tiny satin ribbon roses I had in my stash - I handstitched them all over the front panel. I love the way it turned out. This would make a special gift for a bride-to-be and don't forget Mother's Day is just around the corner.

On a more serious note, I have noticed a handful of anonymous Etsy members "hearting" almost all of my items. I should be flattered I suppose, but then I went and checked out their favourites and found that they also put the exact same fabrics I use on their list. I find that a bit disturbing. It just looks very much like they are trying to re-create my items. No problem if they do this for their own personal use, but if they are collecting ideas for their future Etsy shop? Now that's not so funny.
In cases like this I always add them to my circle. Just a small hint that I am aware of everything that goes on behind the scenes. I've worked very hard coming up with original designs and I just wish that people would respect that!
What's your take on that? Have you noticed that in your Etsy shop too? Anyway, if you spot identical items to my own on Etsy in future -  please do let me know!!

white linen pouch / weißes Leinentäschchen

Ich hatte noch etwas von diesem weichen weißen Leinenstoff übrig, genug um daraus ein kleines Kosmetiktäschchen zu nähen. Der Taschenkörper ist gequiltet, was man im Foto leider nicht so gut erkennen kann, da weiß auf weiß. Endlich habe ich auch einen Nutzen für die süßen kleinen Satinrosen gefunden. Die habe ich per Hand auf die Front genäht. Wie alle meine Taschen ist auch diese mit Vlies stabilisiert und vollständig gefüttert. Details mit Klick auf den Link oben.
Ein nettes Geschenk für zukünftige Bräute :)

Off to make lunch now and to ponder about the dilemma I described above. Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!

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Meine Lieben, die Zeit rennt, muß jetzt Richtung Küche Mittagessen kochen! Schön, dass ihr heute wieder vorbeigeschaut. Habt einen entspannten Feiertag! Liebe Grüße,

Hip to be square

Here's a new make up bag I just listed in my shop. It's a compact, boxy shape and has a long loop, so that you may hang it up on a hook in your bathroom or on a door handle. It measures approx. 16 x 10 x 8.5 cm (7 x 4 x 3.2 "), is fully lined and softly padded for stability. I am currently testing this bag shape - I received 30 hits on the first day. Most of my visitors come from German-speaking countries, so I don't get a huge amount anyway, plus new items quickly disappear off the front page. We'll see how it goes! Meanwhile, I have started sorting and assembling my fabrics for Autumn. It seems like Autumn is here already - it's been raining all day and temperatures have cooled down considerably. I really, really hope I'm well enough to go on our planned vacation in three weeks, because I desperately need some sunshine!

Handy little zip pouch

Here's a variation on my standard zip pouch. These are fun to make, and the square shape is perfect for embellishments. I like the mint/pink/black colour-combination. The main fabric features tiny stars and dots, and I appliquéd a felt flower badge on the front. It measures approx. 18 cm (7 inches) square, with the bottom corners boxed in to make it stand upright on it's own.