Just call me "The Bag Lady!"

So I have shown you many different bags that I have made or dolled up but truly none of those are really the 'perfect bag" and by that I mean just the right size with the right amount of pockets and handle that is just the right length. Browsing at the quilt shop gave me the idea of how to solve that problem. Now I am NOT a quilter and I am NOT a great seamstress but I can use a machine and sew a somewhat straight line.

I just looovvveeee batik fabrics

Don't look to closely because all the seams don't match up perfectly but that is ok by me.

I added some circles to the squares and did some fancy stitching.

Tic tac toe anyone?

I'll let you in on a little secret. If you make a plan to NOT sew straight lines then you don't have any mistakes.

The inside is lined with a light fabric so it's easier to find things in it, pockets contrast so you can find them easily as well

Another tip. Take this plastic stuff (you find it at the craft store) and cut a piece to fit in the bottom of your bag to keep it shaped nicely with a flat bottom.

Cover the plastic with fabric and put in the bottom of your bag.

And there you have it... better than a Vera Bradley, because it is custom made for my needs!