A couple of weeks ago I received a pretty green goddess doll in a swap and because of her cute little size I decided to use her for something other then an ornament, as she was intended.
I love the color of her and decided to make a belt bag/purse to match her.
I wanted a patchwork bag and went on the look out for pretty green fabrics, I had some in my stash and found some nice place mats in the local thrift store that I gutted.
I have never done patchwork before and I guess it takes some practice to get it straight, but it turned out acceptable.
The pattern is a slightly altered medieval merchant pouch pattern, I made it bigger and made the front flap a different shape.
The whole thing is lined with white linden and quite sturdy.
The drawstring is handmade on a lucet with green wool yarn.
The front flap holds the goddess doll and is decorated with chain stitches, beads and a single tassel (lately I have used quite a few tassels)
I really like then end result and cant wait for warmer weather, so I can wear it with a pretty skirt.
I think you did a great job! It's beautiful.
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