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A good friend of mine had a birthday recently and I wanted to give her something useful, but really super cute & pretty.  So I made this little case for her.  (It's a modified version of my best selling Round Pencil Case pattern, available here - but instead of adding the round ends I just stitched them closed and positioned the zipper closer to the top.)

She has a romantic & shabby chic aesthetic and I thought this fabric was perfect.  She also has a thing for honey bees so I stitched up this cute little guy and used a new-to-me method of applique to attach the hexagon.  

(Have you ever tried the starch method to prep your applique pieces?  LOOOVE it!!!)  I slipped a small piece of batting underneath the hexie to make it a little bit poofy.

Did a little happy dance when I found this sweet Japanese bee print in my stash for the lining.

Then I added some lace trim for that extra feminine touch that is just so her.

I really do love being able to make nice things for the special people in my life. 

Happy Birthday, B!

Comments

[Linda L. Tate]

Oh, it is so beautiful!!! Do you have a pattern for this sweet pouch? I have been looking everywhere to no avail. Please share where you found this pattern. Thank you.

[kim]

Oh my...so very shabby,so very pretty, and useful and personalized and you must be the Best Friend Ever!!! LOL I use freezer paper but will have to try the starchy thingy.!
xx Kim

[A Little Blue Dragonfly]

Beautiful! I love the little details of your projects. The bee fabric lining with the bee embroidery is wonderful! Such a sweet and thoughtful gift! :)

[Jennifer]

Dang! You're creativity is through the roof!!!
(Can I be your friend?)

[Claire]

That is beautiful - the attention to detail is stunning.
Claire

[marilyn holley-stupka]

What a coincidence! I am making bags myself. I've been trying to figure out how to bind the zipper opening the way you did on that sweet bag. Do you happen to have a hint or two? I'm making a bag from the original "Moda" pattern and one that I I enlarged from that pattern.I'm also using your tutorial and the zipper tabs (which I love) I love your blog!!!!! It is always informative and so pretty!!!!
Thanks

[Bari Jo]

This is beautiful! I love how you used the pattern to make it flat - I want to try it soon! So pretty!!! :O) But, I've come to expect nothing less from you!!!! You are amazing!

[Cindy]

It turned out so pretty! I'm sure your friend will love it.

[Robin]

This is so lovely. I'm on a big hexagon kick at the moment, so the little hexagon touch just makes it, in my opinion. Pretty and useful...my favorite combo!

[Meredithe]

Very sweet!

[Kathleen O'Grady]

That is so pretty and feminine, your friend is very lucky. Your work is always so beautiful.

[Jan S]

Love it! I'm thinking of making some bags to get my purse organized. Something like this one, but simpler. But, one final touch for you to consider....how about putting one of those strawberry pincushions in the bag for a surprise?! They're so cute, too!

[Kathi]

Love that pouch... can you do a tutorial on zippers?? They really intimidate me! You did a fabulous job on the whole thing... love the hexie on the outside too! Kathi

[lori hunstad]

I kind of pride myself on being creative, but you blow me away, Kristyne! Absolutely beautiful!

Keep it up!
Lori

[Barb B]

This is the most beautiful gift from the most beautiful person....my friend Kristyne!! I am the lucky recipient of two gifts...your friendship and this cute as ever pouch! I will treasure both always! You put the deepest thought and effort in all you do and I love that about you, you're very special. Thankyou so much K! Love you to bits!! xoxoxo

[Bonnie Nyquist]

What a beautiful gift you have made! I have that pattern,I never thought to do that! I just love your lace touches, could you someday show us more on lace? It is so limited in my area to buy. This is just a treasure of a gift from the heart. I love it ,all the special touches,she will be totally thrilled. I have tried that starch method, it was trying to me,but I should give it another try if you thinki t is that good. Oh goodness,I am so happy you have shared this with us!

[leianna]

You are so very talented. Loved the little strawberries and your work is so detailed. I enjoy looking at everything you create. Thanks for sharing!

[Hildy]

It's beautiful,your friends are really lucky! Hildy

[rosa]

It`s super cute and love all the details you added!!

[Sheri Salatin]

So sweet. I love it. The details are amazing. :)

[Mingy]

Very pretty !!! I see your Maison Sajou items in the background.... I am a huge fan of hers and have a nice collection started !!

[Felizarda Gil]

Que linda e amorosa bolsinha! O sua amiga vai ficar encantada.

[Amy]

it's beautiful, my dear. just beautiful. and today is cold and grey, I wish you could come by... i could use a good belly laugh ;) xoxo amy

[Andrea]

Thanks for the link to the starch method of appliqu. I love that method too, but never knew about using a double layer of freezer paper - brilliant!