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Saturday
Feb132016

a blog tour, a new pattern, and a giveaway (oh my!)

Hello hello!  And welcome!

Have you been following this tour? Every day I gasp with amazement at all the lovely creations being made with Paperie.  Love them.  And the fabric.  And my dear sweet Amy.  We've been pals since we were both newbie bloggers.  (Hey Amy, can you believe it's been almost 5 years now?!) She was the first blogger friend that I met in person.  I was an instant fan of her work and style, and an instant fan of her as a super nice person.  I'm honoured to call her friend (sorry for being so corny, but it's true).  And I know how hard she worked to realize her dream of designing fabric for all of us to be inspired to make pretty little things.  So I'm super excited that today is my turn to show off Amy's debut fabric collection, and the pattern I wrote specially for it.

Back Story ... because, you know me ... what's a blog post without a back story? ;)

Some 25 years ago (wait, what? seriously? that can't possibly be right! and yet, it is ...) when I started working at a Laura Ashley shop, it was at the beginning of the Christmas shopping season.  And like most stores, Laura Ashley shelves were stocked with specialty holiday items designed for easy and affordable gift-giving.  One of my favourite such gifts was a little set of 3 cosmetic pouches made in coordinating fabrics and tied with a ribbon.  It was always popular with husbands and boyfriends because they didn't have to worry about it fitting. ;)

I gave and owned many of these sets and have been meaning to make them all these years because they are the perfect combination of pretty and practical.  In fact, I still have a few surviving pouches that I use for travelling.  So this finish feels pretty darned awesome because A) it's finally DONE, B) I got to use Paperie, C) it turned out super cute, and D) now I have my new favourite quick gift to make for daughters, sisters, moms, friends, teachers, hostesses ... ... ... ME!

Sometimes these pouches were made with coordinating zipper binding (as I've made mine) and sometimes they just had plain, exposed zips.  Of course the binding takes a little more time and attention, but I think it look so much prettier, and it's more fun for me to play with more fabric. 

Consider adding a layer of clear plastic to the lining if yours are going to see some heavy-duty makeup use.

And as with anything handmade, finishing details are the icing on the cake and can be whatever you want them to be.  I've shown a few simple ideas here, but you can satisfy your inner muse with patchwork, applique, and embroidery to name a few more ideas.

Pattern is available here. (PDF download only.)

Now I also have a little giveaway today.  I had enough leftover fabric and notions to make up a complete kit for someone to make exactly these three pockets. Everything is included - fabric, ribbons, label, d-ring, zippers, and pattern.  All you need to add is batting and thread.

Here's the deal. (I was going to make this exclusive to Instagram, but I think some of you don't use it.)  So.  If you ARE on IG, like my Paperie post and leave a comment tagging a friend.  Just one friend.  If your name is chosen, you will win the kit and your friend will win a Paperie charm pack from Amy. :) If you are NOT on IG, then just leave a comment here saying so and you will be entered to win the kit.  Anyone can enter, no matter where you live, and entries close Feb 15th.

Good luck! xo k

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Reader Comments (225)

Love seeing all the beautiful this made with paperie. Love this kit
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterLynn B
Wow these are so pretty. What a great gift idea! Thanks for the chance to win:)
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterMandi Kalf
Thanks a lot for the giveaway.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterAnne
Wow these are so pretty. What a great gift idea! Thanks for the chance to win:)
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterMandi Kalf
Ah I loved Laura Ashley stores! Great pattern. Thanks for the chance to win for non-instagrammers.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterWendy
Beautiful! Thanks for the giveaway :)
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterDevi
I love this fabric line and your pouches are perfect for it. Thanks for hosting a blog on the tour and for having this giveaway.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterPaula
These are adorable! I see many gifts for girls and women coming from my sewing machine. Thank you for creating such a cute pattern.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered Commenterjenny s.
You know I love everything you're making but honestly this is one of the best things ever you've made, LOVE IT!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterHildy
Lovely gift set !!!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterMui
I would love to be added to win! These are beautiful!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterLindsay
I am one of the dinasours who is not on Instragram - thank you for including us! I think the binding around the zipper is my favorite touch on this pattern.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterDebbi
I love everything....the fabric, the bindings, and the pattern!! Thanks for the chance to win!!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterClaudia
They are soooo pretty, beautiful workmanship. Thank you for the giveaway, I live in hope. Regards Sharon x
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterSharon Gibson
What a lovely set of cases! Very Laura Ashley. And I love the fabrics but cannot decide which ones to get.
Hope you made my decision.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterCatherine
The bags would make a lovely birthday gift for my daughter. Thanks for the chance to win. eliz.i@sympatico.ca
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterElizabeth
So beautiful. We all would be so lucky to have them.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterJudith
I'm going to make some of these today. Everyone has been so creative in this blog tour. Love all the ideas. Thank you for the chance to win.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterCheryl
What a lovely giveaway! I'm not on instagram but would love a chance to enter, thank-you! :D
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterLuthaisea
These are just so pretty!! Love the way you have coordinated the zipper binding.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterWendy
What a fantastic giveaway! So pretty. Got everything crossed for the chance to win. I too am not on IG. Thank you !
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterGill Smith
I'm not on Instagram :( I adore this fabric!! Zipper pouches have become a great go to gift for me to give-- a set in coordinating fabric is such a great idea!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterSarah J.
These are adorable, Kristyne
Just absolutely cutie cute! You are so generous to give away fabric to make these.
I would love to make a set for my youngest daughter :-)
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterRosemary
The bags are so pretty. I love all the details. Thanks for the chance to win the kit.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterVicki H
I am not on Instagram, so am so happy you are including us! Love this fabric and your pouches! Hope I win!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterMary B
I am not on Instagram, sorry. I absolutely LOVE your zipper bags and the fabric really makes it such a lovely set. I would love to have a chance to win your giveaway. Thank you!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterWendy
Oh my!!! Perfect pouches from some pretty perfect ladies, yes please!!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterElizabeth
I'm not on instagram, but I'd love a chance to get the kit. These pouches would be perfect for holding notions and small projects. Thanks!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterBeadgirl
Love your projects and the Paperie fabrics. I am not on IG.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterTac
Beautiful use of Paperie! Love these pouches and thank you for such a generous giveaway! And thank you for giving your blog followers the chance to win since I'm not on IG.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterPat S
Love the kit. The fabric is beautiful. New quilter. Thanks for the opportunity.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterFernie Q
I am not on IG but I would LOVE to win this beautiful package! I really love Paperie and what you have done with it is perfect! Please tell me I have won! Thank you so much for the opportunity.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterSharon
These pouches are simply lovely!!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterAlison
Not on Instagram, I know, I need to be more tech savy! What a beautiful pattern with beautiful fabric. I have made your Little girl purse for all daughter's friends and now I need a new pattern to sew for them. Tweens can be tough to buy for, but this is perfect! Thanks!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered Commentervictoria
I love all your work and these zipper pouches are beautiful. I'm not on Instagram but would love the chance to win the giveaway
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterJan
Kristyne, I am totally smitten with your sweet pockets! And what a great use of Paperie--something else I'm smitten with :) I'm not on IG, so thanks for including of all us with this amazing giveaway!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered Commenterkaren
I am not on instagram but would love to enter!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterjjAnne Marie
Sorry, no Instagram account. Your pouches are lovely. I Can't wait to make some, thanks so much for the pattern. The giveaway is icing on the cake and so generous of you. Thank you.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered Commenterkaren q
I`m not on Instagram. How lovely these pouches are, and what a generous giveaway. I don`t comment often, but I read all of your posts. Love your sweet style.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterLorrie
I don't have instagram. I think the zip binding makes such a pretty finish on your pouches. I love the paperie fabric prints too, it's so nice. :)
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered Commenterbekki
So glad I can be included as I don't have IG. Such pretty fabrics, oh how I love the colours
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterFiona
So gorgeous and girly!! Love them!!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterRachel
Lovely design with gorgeous fabric! Would love to win the makings for a set!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterCharlene
Oh thank for the giveaway, I love that fabrics.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterVanda Bronze
Love your design! Very cute project!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterAllison CB
No IG for me - though I do have some soup. lol Love your take on this adorable pattern. It's all in the details and you know just how to do that perfectly.
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterLJ
These pouches are lovely! I'm not on Instagram, but I'd love to use your beautiful fabric to make some pouches of my own!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterKelly P
I love your pouches and all of the pretty little things that you make! Thanks for the chance to win!!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterKathy L
HELLO,I am not on IG but I would LOVE to win this beautiful package! I really love "Paperie" and what you have done with it is so neat! Thank you for sharing on your Blog+Giveaway!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterLINDA
Your details are amazing! The tags, the ribbons, I just love it all!
February 13, 2016 | Unregistered CommenterLinda C

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