My first bag

I was going to church one morning and thought to myself, "Man, I need a bag to put all of my stuff in!" So, I thought I should just make one. Here is what I came up with. I knew I wanted to bottom to be rounded and that I wanted it to be one color on the inside and one color on the outside. So, here is the fabric I chose...

The chevron print would be the outside and blue on the inside. So, where to begin...I drew out my pattern. Now, I know I have said I don't use patterns, and I don't; however, I needed a line to cut along. Here is my cut out:

You see that black crayon. I HIGHLY recommend you use one. Don't waste your money buying fabric pencils that don't work on all colors, use a crayon. Trust me, it works great! No, I could not see it through the other side and yes it is washable! 

I folded my fabric in half and cut both sides at once to get the same curve on both sides. I did the same thing for my blue material. Then, I sewed the same patterned pieces together along the curve with outside facing each other. Then I sewed on top of each side to the opening to bring the blue and chevron together. I kept my arms attached and then sewed them together. I do not recommend this. I think you should make your arms separate and add them to each side inside the top seam when you sew so it will stay in place. Here is my bag before the arms are finished. 

Here is my completed bag, in use. I added a pocket on the inside, but it was too small. I decided I wanted to do this project again and used lining the next time. Each project for me is a learning experience. 

Happy sewing :)

April