Friday, 5 February 2010

And now, for something completely new...


I've been wondering recently if that if I'm backing myself into a corner and becoming too niche. There are a lot of sewers out there but my patterns are really just reaching the one's with toddler girls. So a little experiment from me... Remember this bag? I think this is going to be my next pattern. I've been working on it the last couple of days and should be completely done with the tutorial by the end of the weekend. There are two different sizes, and you would need a maximum of a yard of outer and lining fabric, a 14" or 12" zipper, an 8" zipper, and two metal rings. So, anyone want to test it? It'll be a pdf so I'm not going to show the slightest preference to UK people this time. Even if you don't want to test, I be interested in hearing what you think about dipping my toe into the accessories market!
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23 comments:

  1. cupotea5 February 2010 at 13:40

    I would love to test it from a novice at sewing if you would like incapable people to try it out?

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  2. J's Mummy5 February 2010 at 13:42

    It's a gorgeous bag. Sadly it's way out of my league to make.

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  3. Vickim5 February 2010 at 13:44

    Fab idea. I'm not a cometent enough sewer to do a test justice. But i would def be interested in alternative kitschycoo items.

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  4. vickim5 February 2010 at 13:44

    or a competent enough speller it would seem!!(blush)

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  5. M5 February 2010 at 14:02

    Great idea, definitely my sort of bag. :)

    If I can find the zipper foot to my machine, and if I have enough yardage I'd love to test the pattern... will get back to you!

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  6. Anonymous5 February 2010 at 14:03

    Great idea, definitely my sort of bag. :)

    If I can find the zipper foot to my machine, and if I have enough yardage I'd love to test the pattern... will get back to you!

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  7. Nic5 February 2010 at 14:06

    I love the bag! I'll test it for you if you are still looking for testers. As we all know, I have *ahem* a bit of material and stuff ;)
    As for the branching out, I'm on a bag lady so I limit myself but the way I look at it, there are more people out there than I can possibly make bags for so I don't worry too much about it. Go with what you want to do, I say.

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  8. indywriter5 February 2010 at 14:15

    I love it! I wold also be happy to test it for you.

    I think diversifying is good. It is a smart branch to make as well. This is a line that will appeal to your current customer base, as well. Your clients are mostly likely women anyway, and anyone with kids needs a good bag.

    So this really makes sense. One line can draw customers to the other. You can also use some of the same materials for both lines, so it minimizes your investment and overhead.

    Well done!

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  9. Talia5 February 2010 at 14:31

    I've been looking for something to break my new sewing machine in with, and this looks pretty darn cool! I'd love to test it for you !

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  10. Cupcake Lily5 February 2010 at 14:44

    So excited, can't wait for the PDF, although it way be a little difficult for me I will give it a shot x

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  11. JuanitaTortilla5 February 2010 at 15:17

    Darn it, I would love to test your tutorial. Didn't know UK-ians didn't PDF. (The don't? Strange country.)

    I think you'd be swimming in your orders and sales. But wait a minute... aren't kiddy clothes more sale-able?

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  12. rillarevolution5 February 2010 at 15:51

    Would love to do a test if you're still looking. I've made a few bags and have some new material crying out for a new project!

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  13. auntninn5 February 2010 at 16:13

    I'll raise my hand for testing, especially if you want someone who usually sews way over her head and spends a lot of time looking puzzled and crying. Is that your target market?

    I also agree with the comments that this is a natural extension of your customer base. Moms are always looking for something pretty for themselves, or a little treat like a cute bag.

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  14. KID, MD5 February 2010 at 16:50

    Ooh, I would LOVE to test that baby for you! I'm pretty sure I can scare up some appropriate fabric.

    I totally can see bags as a natural extension of kiddie stuff. I mean, what Mom doesn't want a hot bag?? I do!

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  15. Anonymous5 February 2010 at 17:35

    Me, me, me, please! Like the idea of different patterns too - not that I'm adverse to cross-dressing my son for the sake of sewing nice things of course.

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  16. Vonnie5 February 2010 at 18:08

    Go for it! I absolutely adore this bag, I bet it would be really popular :)

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  17. Louiz5 February 2010 at 18:22

    What a gorgeous bag! I've got no time to test a pattern right now:( However once it's available I'll happily buy it and then wait until I do have time.

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  18. Kat - Housewife Confidential5 February 2010 at 18:33

    Oooh, likey

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  19. Bagladee5 February 2010 at 22:35

    bags are fab!!! "says the bagladee" and this is gorge....I say join the bag revolution! :D xx

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  20. Kimberly5 February 2010 at 23:59

    Yes please! I have everything on hand and could start on it on Monday. (It's a birthday weekend here, and Super Bowl Sunday- the big US football game.)

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  21. Lizzy6 February 2010 at 20:52

    I'd love to test it =] Long time lurker but first time commenter here!

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  22. Helen6 February 2010 at 21:29

    Ooh! Love the bag and would love to test (not in the market for toddler girl patterns with my two boys after all) I'd love to see other things you came up with too...

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  23. Rach6 February 2010 at 22:24

    You know I'd love to test the pattern for you so if I'm not too late I'd love to be considered :)

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