This post is a tad emotional for me. I am so extremely grateful to everyone who tested the Forest Glen Satchel Pattern. I have had definite excitement from people around me that have seen the Satchel, but the excitement from the amazing sewing community we are all part of is a little overwhelming. Thanks so much to everyone!
I have 10 amazing satchels to share with you, and I’m also giving away three copies of the pdf pattern! (The giveaway widget is after the photos of the tester bags – so you can get to it if you scroll to the bottom of this post.) I’ve linked each person’s name out to their individual’s website/blog or Facebook page – so you can find more of their work if you’d like. Several testers also sell handmade projects – perfect for gifting (or for yourself, of course!)
I love the variety of fabrics and combinations that everyone used. The fabric (and hardware!) choices make such a difference in the final product. Good for lots of inspiration! One tester widened the closure strap a bit to give it a bit more rustic look. Another used rivets on the strap, with faux leather for the front and side details – very trendy and easy to clean! They are being used as everyday bags and even to hold knitting projects! I love when creative people put their own stamp on a project. Here we go, and for lack of a better order, it’s alphabetical!
Lynn
Michelle – Barabooboo (and on Etsy)
My Mom!
Sue
This giveaway will stay open until midnight on Friday, November 21, 2014 (EST). I am giving away one copy of the Forest Glen Satchel PDF Pattern each to three different people. It is open internationally – so everyone can have a chance to win! Enter on the Rafflecopter widget below – and if you don’t have Facebook to sign in with, just use your name and email! There’s even a handy “Click to Enter” option that doesn’t require a social media login. (P.S. If you have purchased the Forest Glen Satchel pattern and you win, I will refund the purchase price.)
Congratulations with this pattern! I would have liked to test it for you, but becouse of the pregnancy and the baby comming soon now, I didn’t have time or energy for it… Maybe next time!
OMG I love all the different versions of the same pattern!! I can see why it was so emotional. Great job!!
Congratulations on the pattern release!
I was SO tempted to throw my name in to test, but probably would have been unable to finish on time. Sewing time is pretty scarce with a 5 week old:)
Keep up the great work!
Congrats, the pattern looks great!
Love the Bags..canvas one, the taxis….oh too cute…but that Orange strapped one with the large gray/blue flower,,,,,to die for……..