oh my starling

I helped Alice test out her Starling Handbag, back in late April, early May,when it didn't have a name yet.  It is brilliant, and I love her pattern for her funny comments, clearly written directions, and of course, the finished project which is completely seamless and very versatile.  She seriously put a lot of thought and much effort into writing the pattern, all with the intention of making it available to everyone.  She and I sent emails back and forth several times over many weeks, and I was only one of more than half a dozen testers.  A lot of work was put into it, and Alice has just posted her signature handbag pattern on her free downloads page.  Yep, you heard me, it's absolutely free. 

Mine (or, I should say, Rebecca's) is made with Lily Sugar 'n Cream 100% cotton yarn, in Cornflower Blue, White, Rose Pink, Hot Green and Yellow.  Sound familiar?  I do like this yarn, and I *love* the bag.  I haven't lined it yet, but plan to use a lime green fabric that has little orange and yellow daisies on it.  I used a G hook, and it measures about 8.5" x 11" x 2.5".  I'm pretty sure I tested the large size, but for some reason I can't find the notes I wrote about it, maybe I sent them off to Alice and forgot to keep a copy.  Anyhow, I'll make the smallest size for Jessie, I need to find an aquamarine-colored cotton.  She's decided that's her favorite color.  I just love hearing the way she says it, "ahh-qwah-mer-een," emphasis on the last syllable.  So cute.  Just like the handbag.  Now go make one, you know you want to.

Comments

[Nancy]

AWK!! Cute...I have sent the information to my daughter and will keep my fingers crossed that she will make me one...

[futuregirl]

You're the best, Michelle! Thanks for the glowing review and for being a wonderful tester. :)

[Michele C]

A crocheted bag! Nice.

[regina]

Very cute bag. I can't believe the pattern is free. I need to learn how to read crochet pattern!!

[jessi]

This is fabulous - I have been looking for a pattern just like this!