I've been working on quilts recently and had made 2 blocks that I knew I wouldn't use in a quilt. So, I decided to use them to make a tote bag. I found a 1/2 yard piece of cream colored fabric in my stash that was just right for the lining.
I love this block. The pattern is called swoon. I found a picture of it on-line and drew my own pattern.
Since this block was only 12", I added a border using the same blue from the other block.
I hand quilted the blocks and used 2 inch wide nylon webbing from Joann Fabrics for the straps. Finished size is approximately 16" x 18". It's a great size to carry my medium size rotary mat and ruler.
What a lovely way to use blocks. I just brought home a set of dresden plate blocks. I have no idea of what I want to do with them.
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