First bag finished...
I finally finished my first bag, from the Turenne course... Came out okay, maybe better than I expected, and I learned a lot during the build...
First thing I learned was not to use contrasting stitching on your first bag build... š Both the first gusset and the first flap that I sewed in were kinda rough in spots... a somewhat matching thread would have been so much more forgiving... and the interior pocket stitching was, let's just say it's good it is on the inside... š¤« And I have to work more on taking my time on certain parts... I tend to try to get too much done in one sitting, and really need to learn how to slow down... š
But it was really fun, and I'm looking forward to doing another one in ostrich at some point... I really want to try the edges like in the course...
The course was invaluable in learning how to make a bag... now at least I'n not as intimidated as I was before...
JH
Regardless of this being your first, the finishing is very good. Factoring in this being your first foray into bag making, it's incredible. You should be very proud.
Being able to stitch neatly is one skill that takes a while to develop. However, doing so on a bag with hard to reach areas, tight turns, curves, changing thicknesses and odd angles, it's a different level entirely.
The contrast does go nicely with pink. In my mind, it's a fun colour, so a more casual contrast stitch works well.