Butterick: 5581 (Duffle and Drawstring Bags) - Type:Accessories  |
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| Reviewed by: | laurac281 | 
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| Posted on: | 12/12/12 1:22 AM |
| Last Updated: | 12/12/12 1:33 AM |
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| Pattern Rating: | Recommend, with Modifications |
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| Fabric: | Cotton [See other projects in this fabric] |
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Pattern Description: Duffle bags and drawstring bag. I made the large sized View B quilted duffle bag.
Pattern Sizing: Duffle bag patterns are for a large and small size.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes.
Were the instructions easy to follow? The sewing instructions were not hard to follow. I thought the yardage and cutting layout were confusing. It took me awhile to figure out how to use the Guide pattern piece, which actually was useless and unnecessary. I ended up not following their directions to save fabric/money.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? For those making the quilted version of the bag, there should be separate yardage for the backing of the quilted fabric. The backing can be made from muslin (or something cheap), while the lining can be a fashion fabric if desired.
Also, disappointed that the large and small quilted duffle bags don't have pockets included. It was easy enough to add my own, but they should have been included.
Fabric Used: I used 100% cotton fabric. I used more expensive fabric for the primary outside fabric and for the lining. For the back of the quilted portion (that will never be seen), I used some old cotton fabric from my stash.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I added pockets to the ends of the bag, and also a pocket to the inside lining.
Would you sew it again? Yes, my daughter loved the bag, which I made for my niece. My daughter wants one for Christmas now, which means I'll have to make one for my other daughter too! I'll be sewing until Santa arrives!
Conclusion: I like the pattern with modifications, but think the cutting instructions are confusing. I usually sew bags and quilts from quilt patterns/books bought in quilt shops, and I think the fabric/cutting instructions are better in those.
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Your bag is gorgeous, I can see why your daughter liked it so.
12/12/12 7:13 AM
LOVE your bag! I made a duffle bag recenly too (Simplicity 2600) for myself. But now need to make another as my daughter has taken over this one! I found it was easier just to use my rotary cutter and cut the pieces per the measurement. I agree about adding pockets to the inside -how can a pattern not include that?!?! You did a gorgeous job selecting your fabrics.
12/12/12 7:26 AM
really nice
12/12/12 1:35 PM
Thank you everyone!
12/12/12 11:16 PM
That is adorable! Great fabric choice. Thanks for the review--
12/13/12 6:37 AM
Thanks again! I just wanted to add that I've done a few refinements to the bag since making it. I feel like the lining on this bag was simply too droopy inside, and needed to be tacked down more than just where it was slip-stitched along the zipper. I went back and covered another cardboard with batting and fabric, and put it inside the bag (this is in addition to the cardboard that was inserted before the lining was added. This makes much more sense to me, and helps hold the lining in place better. I also hand-tacked all four upper corners of the bag (attaching the lining and outside quilted fabric together), and then stitched across the straps in 4 places (where the stitching went across the strap where attached). This has made such a difference, and the bag is now more professional looking and usable. Hope these tips help someone else. Now I'm making 2 more bags, same View B, but the smaller size.
12/20/12 9:04 PM