I've been playing around with the fabric I received for back-tack, and got really quite inspired over the weekend to get something together.
The collection includes: A small pouch for notions, with a knitted bottom. The main pouch uses some of the floral fabric I received, along with varius other contrasting/matching pieces, and is fully lined with the same floral material. White linen and sashiko embroidery finish the top, and it is tied with a ribbon.
Then the main component is a knitting needle roll with many many compartments and layers of compartments for needles of various sizes.
There's 3 layers of pockets using different coordinating fabrics including the pink one I received, with the two upper layers being exclusively for needles, and the lower layer being larger pockets for circulars, dpn's or other bits and pieces.
And then I made a little pincushion which buttons onto the roll (so it can be detached and used elsewhere) with some of the mother of pearl buttons I received, and I also used a large one from the same set to close off one of the large pouches.
I'm ready now to fill the items with interesting things, and send it off.
Ohhhhhhhh. It's all lovely. Stunning Al, gotta be happy with that.
Posted by: Nicole | June 10, 2005 at 01:17 PM
Al that's gorgeous! Very jealous - that is one lucky back tack partner.
Posted by: Bel | June 10, 2005 at 01:27 PM
You're so crafty... I love that pouch and the colors are so fun and festive!
Posted by: laurie b. | June 10, 2005 at 01:57 PM
so beautiful - love the matching set - great job.
Posted by: kathreen | June 10, 2005 at 04:23 PM
that is soooooo cool! love the flower fabric!
Posted by: joy madison | June 10, 2005 at 05:03 PM
you've done a stellar job, but hey ...I would expect nothing less. Gorgeous!
Posted by: jacqueline | June 10, 2005 at 06:47 PM
It's just beautiful!! Lovely treat for a knitter! This is just too much fun seeing all these amazing creations come together...
Posted by: amanda | June 10, 2005 at 10:47 PM
Someone is going to be very lucky. What a wonderful package it will be. You really are talented to be able to do something like this with 'unknown' materials.
Posted by: Jane | June 10, 2005 at 11:07 PM
Oh, that is so lovely! Beautifully done... I'm feeling as if I'm quickly falling behind!
Posted by: kelly | June 11, 2005 at 01:58 AM
These are gorgeous! I am so inspired by your craftiness! :)
Posted by: robin | June 11, 2005 at 03:56 AM
I absolutely love this. I am particularly taken with the knitted bottom on the pouch, just love that pouch. Beautiful mix of fabrics. Fantastic!
Posted by: Stephanie | June 11, 2005 at 06:13 AM
I am positively stunned at the items I've seen for this. I'm drooling, and wish I had even one ounce of handiness with the sewing machine and fabrics in general. Gorgeous!
Posted by: Norma | June 11, 2005 at 11:33 AM
beautiful! the recipient is VERY lucky!!!
Posted by: kerstin | June 13, 2005 at 07:41 AM
Looks great! I've been tinkering with my backpack goodies over the weekend- you've given me added inspiration!
Posted by: Clementine | June 13, 2005 at 08:25 AM
wow! i LOVE your creations! so inspiring and beautiful and functional too! i must get going... the package i received was so lovely and chock full--i hope i can do it justice!
Posted by: kyra | June 14, 2005 at 10:58 AM
That is stunning - lucky recipient. Love the needle roll.
Posted by: Jess | June 14, 2005 at 07:30 PM
oh my god you are so fantabulous!!
if I could sew... between you and Mariko I am green in envy!
Posted by: stinkerbell | June 16, 2005 at 12:37 AM