It measures approximately 14 inches wide, 11 inches high and 3 1/2 inches deep. With the superstiff interfacing, it is a very durably constructed bag, and I love love all the pockets this pattern includes! Theres a pocket on the front in between the straps and then two pockets on the interior (one is a zipper pocket, which is great!)
I do have to say the zipper pocket gave me a run for my money, I had a hard time following the directions at that point, but now that I've figured it out, I will definitly be using this method of a zipper pocket in many tote bags to come.
Here's a pic of the interior
I think I met all the requirements for her, and the monogram on the front pocket brings just enough pink to the exterior. I think this size will work well for Paige (I believe she will be going into third grade). I also have found that the size of this bag would also make a PERFECT laptop carrier! I actually am planning on making one of these for myself for that exact purpose.
I think Paige and her new zebra bag will be the talk of the third grade!
Jessica
That is a REALLY great bag, and I'm loving the web handles !
ReplyDeleteI have to find some of that and some stiffer interfacing !
Dolly, I found it at Joann's, its sew-in interfacing, I believe Pellon 70. When I mentioned it to the cutting counter lady, she commented that it was "craft weight" or something like that.
ReplyDeleteI've made this tote too from jcaroline's tutorial. I love it! Your combo of black/white/bright pink is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing. Happy Sewing! :o)
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What a cute color combo! I used jcaroline's tutorial for another purse that had a zippered pocket and was confused the first time, but now I add zippered pockets to everything!
ReplyDeleteAdorable! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBag turned out great Jessica. I saw that tutorial too and still have not tried it out.Size sounds perfect for a laptop. That's a great idea.Andrea
ReplyDeleteGreat post ... thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLove the zebra bag!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute bag! Thanks so much for the link to the tutorial, it's going on my list. Thanks for linking up to Finished for Friday.
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