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Pretties

May 15, 2013 28 Comments

So, I finally turned all those little English paper pieced bits into something useful- a gaggle of linen clutch purses of course!  No, seriously though, it is a gaggle. :)  A  pretty little gaggle.

Pretties 01

Pretties 02The clutch purse pattern is by my sweet friend Diane, and it’s available for purchase here.  It’s SUCH a fabulous and simple pattern- you’ll find yourself making clutches for everyone you know!

I made all of these lil’ guys to donate to the Denver Art Museum, where local artisans can sell pieces in the museum shop to help fundraise for new art programing.  I couldn’t be happier about it!  I just loooove this museum, and what it does for our city!  So it was quite an honor to get an opportunity to be involved in this way.

Pretties 03

Pretties 04

I also made some mug rug-snack mat-coaster thingies.  I dunno.  These are just fun.  I never have a plan.  I just sit down and start grabbing scraps, and they just evolve.  I did a quilt-as-you-go method for the log cabin, and the stars are English paper pieced and then zig-zag appliqued.

Pretties 05

Pretties 07

Pretties 08

Pretties 09

This bike one was so cute- I almost had to keep going and turn it into a pillow for my couch.  Eh, well, I have a few more of those bike so I can make another. :)

Yay for pretty gaggles!  Hope you’re week has some pretties in it too.  :)

XO

Filed Under: english paper piecing, hexagon, Hexagons, improv piecing, purse

Comments

  1. myHaven says

    May 15, 2013 at 6:04 am

    Oh what beautiful clutches! Would you mind sharing where you have bought the clasps?

    Have a great day!

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  2. Andrea Williams says

    May 15, 2013 at 6:12 am

    Amy, I just love your gaggle! I was going to make some for my sisters but can’t find the metal toppers. I have had a very productive week…i have managed to make from beginning to end a sweet baby girl rail fence quilt, a Moda zen chic with comma fabric double top, and last night once kiddies were sleeping another baby quilt topper. I took my pretty pink baby quilt to work to show my friends and I came home without it. My girl friend had to have it for her daughter…since it was for my other friend who delivers today I have to get cracking! I feel more like you Amy everday. If only work didn’t get in the way! Thanks for the inspiration!
    Andrea

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  3. lyncrain says

    May 15, 2013 at 6:30 am

    The clutches were attractive, I am sure they will sell well. The mug rugs were more to my liking, loved them all especially the camel and the bicycle. I’m finishing up your BOM 2012 and then moving on the machine quilting with Leah Day on the quilt we made together. I am so excited to finally learn how to machine quilt and I think the blocks you chose will excellent pieces to learn with. I haven’t seen your name for a new class, I hope you will be doing additional classes it was really fun especially the string piecing, modern fan and the paper piecing.
    Lyn

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  4. Laraine Zegoski says

    May 15, 2013 at 7:31 am

    Love it All

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  5. Rachel Dreher says

    May 15, 2013 at 8:26 am

    I love the clutches! I’ve just started making purses and I might have to try and make one like yours!! So adorable :)

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  6. Valerie says

    May 15, 2013 at 8:40 am

    I bought those same clutch frames! Love the gunmetal finish. Your coasters look great too!

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    • JoAnn B says

      May 15, 2013 at 10:43 am

      Hi Valerie, where did you find the frames? Thanks

      Reply
  7. Sigal says

    May 15, 2013 at 9:15 am

    Loved everything!! as always :-) Would you mind sharing details about the linen you used for the clutches?

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  8. Elise Lea says

    May 15, 2013 at 9:53 am

    Stunning Clutches, and they go to a wonderful cause! You do such lovely work, can’t wait to see if you make that bike pillow!

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  9. Laura Hall says

    May 15, 2013 at 10:42 am

    you always make such pretty things!

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  10. Katy says

    May 15, 2013 at 12:09 pm

    What a great idea with the museum shop, these all look great, I’m sure they’ll sell quickly :o)

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  11. Diane Cullum says

    May 15, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    The gaggle is gorgeous! I love them all together!

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  12. CathyK says

    May 15, 2013 at 3:40 pm

    I loooooove those clutches! You are such a talented lady!

    Reply
  13. ole chook says

    May 15, 2013 at 5:39 pm

    I too have fallen in love with the clutch purses, just have to find out where I can get the frames first

    Reply
    • Stitchery says

      May 16, 2013 at 12:27 am

      I bought my frames at http://www.whilebabynaps.com. They have a ton to choose from, and super fast shipping. Great shop!

      cheers!

      Reply
  14. diane says

    May 15, 2013 at 7:43 pm

    These look so pretty Amy and so are your cute little mug rug thingies

    Reply
  15. Carla says

    May 15, 2013 at 8:10 pm

    Oh those little clutches are darling!

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  16. Angie Martens says

    May 15, 2013 at 9:19 pm

    So pretty! Thanks for sharing!

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  17. Sharon says

    May 15, 2013 at 11:33 pm

    Greetings Amy! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the pink clutch! They are all so adorable. Love your cute mug rugs too! By the way where do you find your labels for your quilts and I saw you had one in the clutch? I’ve been googling but not seeing anything cute. Cheers to you and the family!

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  18. Chiara says

    May 16, 2013 at 12:48 am

    I really love the clutches, they have a look so modern and unconventional!!! But I fell in love with the paper pieced star potholder (third picture from the last). have you an idea where I can find a template for them?
    Best wishes to you and all your little ones, hope they’re doing well!!!! Cheers for your moving!

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  19. Cindy says

    May 16, 2013 at 4:26 am

    Those clutches are so cute as well as the mug rugs. I agree that the clutches are addictive to make. How are you getting this all done with moving and 4 little ones……you are superwoman. Take care!

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  20. Malini says

    May 16, 2013 at 7:24 am

    I absolutely love your clutch purses. I liked it how you kept it simple, yet beautiful outside. And a colorful punch outside!

    Those coasters are so cute too!

    Reply
  21. krazgrl says

    May 16, 2013 at 8:14 am

    I love everything! The simplicity of the clutch with the bright pops of color inside are awesome. Would love to try to make a clutch but I’m so intimidated by them. eekkk..

    Reply
  22. Terrie says

    May 16, 2013 at 12:48 pm

    I just love these clutch purses!! The mug rugs are really cute, too :)

    Reply
  23. Jane says

    May 16, 2013 at 5:21 pm

    I love the clutches. I’ve been wanting to make one for a long time, but wasn’t sure where to find a simple pattern. Thanks for the info. The coasters are great. Such fun fabrics.

    Reply
  24. Mary Stephens says

    May 17, 2013 at 11:45 am

    The clutches are super cute! I really like those colorful insides too. :-) Thanks for posting what you made with those lovely little hexies. :-)

    I don’t blame you for wanting to keep the bike block. It is nostalgic to me. :-)

    Reply
  25. Chrissy @ Sew Lux says

    May 17, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    These are so pretty! Love them all!

    Reply
  26. Sharon says

    May 18, 2013 at 7:47 pm

    These are all so cute…the clutches and the hexagon star coasters, wow!
    Will the quilting exhibit still be on at the art museum in August? Do you know if they are having he quilt show in the state Capitol in Denver this year?

    Reply

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