Free Bernina Germany pattern

 Sew blouse with V-neck – free pattern and instructions (bernina.com)

church

 

Postbox topper

 

Pillowcases

 

Measurements for second set

Novelty print polycotton fabric 44.5" wide

1.6 yards fabric used

front

31 inches by 20 inches

back

36 inches by 20 inches

Shopping bag

 This item is an entry in the Stash contest.

The fabric is an remnant of canvas fabric I purchased from the bin at the roll end shop near my previous home. I don't recall when exactly but its more than 18 months ago, probably several years. I'm glad it's finally got used for something useful.

Pattern Description:
1 yard shopping bag, following the instructions I found at Happiest Camper Grocery Bag

Pattern Sizing:
One size

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes, though theirs is a fun floral print and mine a dark olive/brown/grey canvas.

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes, and had pictures too

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
Although I could make my own shopping bags, I wanted to try following someone else's instructions to get a feel for measurements and also see if there were new techniques I might try. I thought this worked out really well on both counts.
Note the instructions cut the bag across the width of the fabric, so it is not suitable for a directional print, your motifs will be sideways!

Fabric Used:
A 1 yard remnant of heavy Canvas fabric with a join in it from the manufacturing process. I decided to incorporate the seam into the design, having it rundown the centre of the bag.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
For this version I stuck to the instructions to see what the bag would be like. I found the 30” handles a bit too long when carrying the bag in my hand, so shortened the straps by 2 inches on each end (ie by 4 inches overall)

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes I would, you may well see some more of these as its a great way to use some of those stashed fabrics which are a bit heavier in weight, just be careful about the direction of any print.

Conclusion:
A great use for a 1 yard piece of fabric.
For the photo I've filled my grocery bag with some of my fabric stash but you could easily use yours for actual groceries.