Jam

Jam wanted a new bag from me, and I already have a design in mind for her. She gave me a reason to work on something that I've been wanting to make. It's a classic messenger bag,..evergreen design I would say. And so this design is officially named 'Jam'.

Jam and I chose this classic rose print. It was difficult to pick one out of those hundreds of beautiful fabric but we agreed with this one. This classic vintage cut is in my interest at the moment and I am happy on how the print and the design help me to achieved my goal.

Making the patterns was not a difficult task but preparing the fabric and stitching was tough. I spent a whole week on this one. The patterns need some modification and hopefully the next Jam will be smooth sailing.

Jam have 3 closure device,..twist turn nob in the middle and magnetic clasp on each side which are attached to the buckle strap.
All leather trimmings are dark coffee and hardwares are antique.

The side panels are gathered and riveted. A piece of leather strap helps to hold it together.

Bag measures 11 1/2 " L, 5 1/2" W, 9 1/2" H.
Very spacious inside with the necessary pockets and compartments.

Jam have a long sling strap that can also be worn cross-body and also a simple hand handle on the top.

I hope my sister, Jam will like it.

Aida - a pop of color

I'm really happy and excited to share my latest project.
Last week I posted prototype Aida,...after some modification I finally manage to produce Aida in 4 solid color.

I've made 2 different length for the sling strap, the shorter length is just nice for a petite lady like myself. The longer strap measuring 48" and the shorter strap is 39"

Dark brown Aida

Blue Aida,...already booked.

Red Aida

Green Aida,...my favourite.

The corners of the flap is slightly straight and sharper compared to the prototype.

The top side is folded and being held by 1 1/4" round loop,...which also hold the sling strap.

Here I used p.u piping along the seam,...had some difficulties sewing it initially,... but got the problem solved and I am very happy with the result.

The hand handle is being held by a strap sewn along the top of the flap,..secured with 9mm antique rivets.

Dark brown/green paisley print lining for green and red Aida.

Dark brown/blue print for brown and blue Aida.

Pretty Aidas in a row.

Aida

A new design that I managed to complete last week. This bag was inspired while on a trip back to K.L. Managed to spend some quality time with Kak Noy and family, Jam and Aida.
Driving back to Penang, I was thinking to name this bag Aida, to remind me of the wonderful time I had.

The red canvas that I used here,...have that linen look, hence it gives a casual smart appearance.
The closure is a twist lock on dark brown leather trimming. The patterns of this bag is the same as Fav,..but here,.. I sew in piping in the seam. The piping gives a more defined a structured body.

I like the idea of multiple handles in Ayu,..so I made Aida with 2 functional handles.
This short hand handle is double fold 3/4" witdth, trimmed with brass hardwares.

Close-up of the twist lock closure on the bag flap.

As all my other bags,..this bag interior have a zip pocket, an open and a mobile pocket.

A long sling leather strap,.. 1" width.
I am really happy with the outcome of Aida,...but still there are some modification to be made . There will be changes on the flap outline shape and the hand handle.

Already 50% done , now in the process of preparing the straps. Will post them on the blog when they're ready.

Dark Chocolate Ayu

This dark chocolate Ayu is for a friend,...and anyway I need an excuse to play around with this material. Previously I've made Ayu with similar material but of different color combination. Somehow this Ayu,.... reminds me of dark moist chocolate,......yum yum yummy.

Siti's reason to have Ayu in this dark color is because she wants easy maintenance. Tak cepat kotor.

For this Ayu I left out the long sling strap as requested by Siti. Simple and smart for her. Less fussy.

Full leather base for easy maintenance and durability.


Will come out with more exciting designs,
just wait and see......

Layla

A sling bag for Layla. Found this vintage printed cotton at Corine's pondok and I could already imagine a design to make. This design was inspired by Fossil collection.

Dark brown leather trimmings and 1 1/4" cotton strap.

My reluctant Layla modeling her bag in a sling manner.

Worn cross - body
Bag measures L 13" x H 10" x W 3"

Mono fabric - Ayu

Having made 5 Ayu bags with the patchwork fabric,...I am curious to see one in a mono fabric.
These 2 Ayus was done by mid-February.

Turquoise background with woven patterns. Material has a slight sheen which contributes a little luxury look.

Dark brown base with oval motif all over.

Both mono Ayus side by side.

Charming.

Early years in Penang,... I got myself busy into making little boxes as small gifts, for any special occasions. My boxes were well received and I started making new friends. I even started to get request for boxes of bigger sizes and various dimensions. I also get to experiment the cladding with different type of materials. I am happy and thinking,.... life won't be so bad here after all.

Below are the first few boxes that I made. These boxes are small but they make charming little gifts.

5 different colors of my favourite material, which I used again later for my handbags.

Close-up view,.... nice eh!
Made this for teacher's day. I fill it up with yummy chocolate.
Measures - 7 cm x 15 cm x 4.5 cm.

I came across these beautiful velvet material in Kamdar. Made them into these square boxes,..10 cm x 10 cm x 4. 5 cm.
Lovely idea for wedding favours,... with a thick slice of delicious fruit cake inside.

Thru' the years my crafts have help to keep me busy and happy. :)