Bag testing for Katy!

A few moths ago now, Katy @ The Littlest Thistle put out a call for pattern testers for her "Bag Along Bag" pattern and I put up my hand to volunteer.

I decided to use up some of my Denyse Schmidt "Aunt Edna" stash with some grey denim to make this large 15” x 11 1/2” x 5 1/2” bag.

 I used contrasting red piping and a red zip for the back pocket.

This is a fabulous bag to make as Katy's pattern includes quite a number of different techniques including:

• External zip pocket
• Internal zip pocket
• Bellows pocket
• Elasticated pockets
• Piping
• Twist and turn lock (I ended up using magnetic snaps as I could not find any twist locks)
• Adjustable strap
• Recessed zip opening
• Bag feet  

This bag could also be adapted for use as a camera bag or baby bag -  Annelieises daughter is using hers as a dance bag. I am planning to use mine when we go on holidays soon as I can use it for carry-on luggage on the flight.

 Katy has done a post about the bags that her other pattern testers have made also, so please pop over here and see their lovely versions..

Linking to Fabric Tuesday at Quiltstory

Kirsten.