Friday 29 June 2012

Glued!

I didn't trust myself not to make a total mess of the gluing of my In the frame purse  so I took some naked shots for you to see. I managed to make the purse look quite tidy by turning through at the top which was a necessity with the middle panel being sewn into the lining. At least if it falls out of the frame it looks quite presentable ;)
 I used a thin iron interfacing to keep the linen in position, well you know how stretchy it can be, and batting to add a little substance when I quilted the diagonal lines.
 I went for the less is more option on embellishment so hopefully my partner will happy with that :)
I wish I'd used a stiffener in the central panel to give it a bit more structure but I didn't so it will have to do as it is. There is a little personal detailing on the other side of the panel but it will be a dead giveaway to my partner so I can't show it! What a tease?! Thankfully gluing went without a hitch. That is to say I got it where it was supposed to be and not all over the fabric. Whether it will hold is another story. I used some purse frame cord on the lining side of the purse in the hope that it will stop things moving too much. 
I have to say I'm pretty chuffed with how it turned :) Now to stitch up a little something extra...Catch you soon x

9 comments:

  1. Wow I think it looks great - go you using the tricky frame and making it look so professional.

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  2. this looks fantastic! I turned mine through at the top as well and it was really easy that way

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  3. It looks brilliant, and I am very impressed with the centre piece!

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  4. Looks fantastic, Reene! I really want to try those divided purse frames, I've only made the basic ones so far. Way to go!

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  5. Your purse is really lovely. I've been fussing with glue today! Argh!

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