Ombré Shawl

Ahhh - I really enjoy unearthing a project, particularly the zip-loc baggie ones and reconnecting with what is inside.

During 2019 I picked up this shawl project again.  I had put it away because I became very bored with knitting it.  Initially, I had thought with the different shades of red and orange that it would stay interesting to knit - but no, it didn't.

However, on the plus side, it was a super easy knit and a good project for train and car travel.  The yarn itself is so soft and has a beautiful hand feel.

Katia Ombre Shawl in progress.  The kit was purchased in September 2018.

This ombre shawl was finished in time for Christmas and was gifted to DH's sister-in-law, who promptly put it on and then wore it home!  Her delighted reaction was the perfect reason to finish this project, which had been intended for her from the beginning.

Unfortunately there is no finished shawl photo because I forgot to take one before gifting.

Cork Evening Bag

Starting with a bit of cork fabric and an amazing pattern, I had a great time making this little evening bag for my sister for Christmas.

Some lining fabric, zips, a bit of bag hardware and I was off on a fun sewing adventure.

 A little zippy pocket for hiding things in.....  I had purchased some zips from a Japanese stall at a craft exhibition which had gorgeous little zipper pulls on them, adding to the sense of luxury in this bag.

Spots for credit and public transport cards....   and, because the main zipper extends past the end of the bag, you can open it right up to see what's inside.

An inner pocket.....   perfect for lipstick and tissues. 

And then the bag outer.  I used a very, very dark navy, which seems to be a bit blown out by the flash.

Yes, I will make this bag again.  I already have more cork fabric and hardware sets, ready to go.


Pattern used:   Trio Pocket Purse by Pattern Poole (Monica Poole).  See here