I have an update on where things are, both project and life, today at my video. Watch at https://youtu.be/HINT-j0wHhQ
There is also a giveaway at the end with the Fat Quarter shop! Open to anyplace they ship to
::Mushroom pattern https://shrsl.com/4vat7 my Tiny Secrets fabric https://shrsl.com/4vat9 project page https://patsloanquilts.com/mushroom-qal/
::Jolly Bar Book is required at this link https://shrsl.com/4wu0y
- Download the Supply list & schedule at this link https://shrsl.com/4wu0x
- project page https://patsloanquilts.com/jolly-bar-5-sampler/
::Free Autumn QAL Next month the Kits and eventually the supply list will be at https://shrsl.com/4wxeg there is also a Free Cross stitch
Fabric I'm using https://shrsl.com/4wxeh
*************************
The Fat Quarter shop is giving away a color master set (find here https://shrsl.com/4xi9z ) to someone in my community!
*********************
Tell me about your favorite BAG! (mine are these mesh ones!) Leave the comment at the VERY END by Aug 10 at 6pm eastern time (my time zone)
***************************
::Download My Altered Summer Schedule on the Calendar page at https://patsloanquilts.com/pat-sloan-calendar-challenges/ IF it is not there, check back as I hope to have it there by the time this video runs on Tues
CLICK to read the legal sweepstakes stuff I'm required to tell you.
645 Responses
I love all bags zip lock for small pieces are great. I have a mesh bag that’s great for cross stitching. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I do miss you!!
I love my mesh bags but I also love to make patchwork bags in my favorite fabric lines. I can honestly say that I know what you’re going through right now. It’s both rewarding and difficult to care for our aging parents. Both my parents have dementia and have made me their power of attorney. Thank goodness for siblings! My seven brothers have been such a support in caring for them. Lean on your brother if or when you get overwhelmed. Quilting is also a great therapy when life allows. I will pray for you.
My favorite bags are the project bags I make with themed fabric. I make them large, with the clear vinyl so it’s easy to see the project inside. Great for all my artsy projects; crossstitch, knitting or wool appliqué …nice to see the work and how’s its progressing. But I have to say “ditto” to another’s comment “ like the best bag when I have to put everything away!” Means it’s finished !!!
I have been part of the FQS Stitch Quarterly for quite awhile, so I have a niece collection of their mesh project bags. I do like them because they have different designs printed on them, they are room and hold my cross stitch bags perfectly.
Pat, I am so glad you get to spend this time with your Mom. We will be here when you can return to making videos. This is also a great time to really evaluate what you want to make. Thank you for what you do for the quilting community.
You will laugh at my favorite bag. They change from time to time….but my favorite is an insulated bag that is huge. I use it weekly to go to my weekly church quilt session. Eight of us gather to make quilts for various agencies in our community. 1. Community Christmas Project, 2. Hospice; 3. Nursing homes, and 4. Veterans in need in the community. This bag is huge enough to take the quilt top, the cut batting, and the background, plus my case of all my favorites (threads,scissors, pins, clips, tools for my sewing machine upkeep., on and on! ). Pat, I pray that all goes well for you, keep your lovely smile, and face each day with a wing and a prayer….the angel on your shoulder! Hugs to you.
Good morning and lots of prayers and a big hug! My favorite bag is the mesh bags with lots of pockets!!💕
My favorite bags are the Fat Quarter shop plaid project bags, all sizes.
I like the plastic bags for projects that I will eventually make. For every day use I like cloth bags with boxed corners that I have made.
I have all kinds of bags and I really have used tote bags, zippered bags, any kind of bag I can put projects in, but I do love the clear zippered bags the best. Praying for your family and hope all goes well for your mom staying up by you. My heart beats fast too and the dr has me on pills to keep it under 100 bpm. ❤️
I love the mesh bags as well, strong for rulers when needed to take to class or get togethers. Prayers for strength as you go thru this chapter with your family
My favorite project bags are cotton tote bags. I have several that I’ve personalized and I have the “May the 1/4th be with” bag from Pat’s store. I use them for everything!
My favorite bags are the mesh bags. I have quite a collection going on considering I’m in the quarterly cross stitch club with the Fat Quarter Shop. They include a mesh bag with every shipment. They are very roomy and useful for many other things besides cross stitch.
My favorite bags need to have pockets for all my essentials. Handmade are the best.
My favorite bag is one I made a dozen years ago. Made with a batik charm pack and some yardage. I was new to the quilting/sewing scene. I was not sure what I had gotten myself into but a friend held my hand during the process. I use that bag every month for my quilt guild meetings.
My favorite bag is a bag I made, Bags by Annie. It’s quilted and has clear vinyl to see in. But I love all bags, don’t know a bag I don’t like. Want to thank you for taking the time with us while your taking care of your mom. I’ve been there and you are doing an amazing job.
I don’t have a favorite bag. If a project fits in a bag that’s the bag for that project….
I love the plaid mesh bags; they are so pretty! They also would be very useful. Unfortunately, I don’t yet own any!
My favorite bag is the one holding my current hand project. The mesh bags looks like a good one.
I have never used canvas bags to separate projects just plastic ones. They are cute though. I have used bins or boxes to store my fabric in a cabinet.
I have so many different kinds of bags that I’ve started to share with friends. lol. I am officially a bag lady. Ha ha. I will continue to gather and or make more bags.
Stay well Pat.
My favorite bag to use is a beautiful blue quilted bag. I put my supplies in there when going to a quilt class.
I’m keeping you and your family in my prayers. Take the time you need for your loved ones and I will look forward to seeing you online when the time suits you.
Oh dear. I’m thinking I might have put my comment in the wrong place. So I will comment here. There isn’t a bag I don’t like. I keep work in progress in any bag I happen to have. Thanks for a chance at the lovely gift, it happens to be my favorite color.
Hey Pat,
I’m so glad you got some special time with your mom! Family time is so precious!! My favorite bags are little zipper pouches that I have learned to sew for myself! I have a project bag kit in one of my Sew Sampler boxes I hope to make for myself soon. I have been doing the dreaded purge and rearranging of the craft room. I miss having more sewing time, so I better get back to the purging!
I also love the FQS Mesh bags… they are soft and hold a lot and look wonderful! I’m sending prayers and hugs for you, Pat… I understand what you are going through and it is a tremendous strain on you ( and still trying to keep up with your business, as well!) you take c are of yourself and your Mom and Gregg… we will all be fine until you return😊💕
I love my book bag sold as a fundraiser for our local library. I use it for embroidery projects too. Hugs and prayers for what you and your family are going through. I’ve been there too.
Bags with zippers so nothing falls out.
My favorite bag is a large Mondo Bag that I made about 15 years ago. I added a carabiner to hook my keys onto so they don’t get lost in the bottom and I can keep my phone in the interior pocket, but most importantly, it is big enough to hold ALL of my fabric purchases at quilt shows!
I use to make bags, but I haven’t made any for some time now. I like the bags that have zipper closings at the top. Lovely gift. Thanks. Prayers to your mom and your family.
My favorite bags are the mesh bags. They’re great for keeping things organized at retreats. My thoughts are with you and your family as you make decisions and arrangements for your Mom. My prayers are with you all.
I love all bags. I have bags for notions, WIP, upcoming projects,quilts ready to be quilted, and finished quilts. Who doesn’t love bags. My prayers and with you, your mother, and your family. You are very lucky to still have your mother to care for. My God place his loving arms around you and give you the strength and peace you need for this journey.
I love tote bags with lots of pockets!! I’m always on the search for new patterns with more and more pockets. And of course I share them with friends because I have no room for all those bags. Your mother is very blessed to have you and your brother looking after her!
Hello Ms Pat! love and prayers to your Mother and family. I love my reusable grocery bags that I made – they are so sturdy and can be used to carry anything.
I never really thought about which bags are my favorite. For projects I love the clear through large zippered bags to keep everything together. And for shopping or going to the Farmers market I enjoy the bags that I’ve bought on vacation because they remind me of the time and place where I bought them.
The mesh bags are so pretty! The diagonal plaid is a simple print, but really makes for an attractive bag.
Hope that life settles down for you soon.
My favorite bag is the mesh kind with cross stitch on the mesh. I have stitched the blue with “winter” , the grey with “ scary” and another blue with “stitch”. This helps me identify the project in the bag.
Prayers for you and your family. I enjoy your videos so much. Hope things settle down for you soon and that your mother is doing well.
My favorite bag is the Duffel Bag I made out of Australian fabric. It turned out very easy to make and it is beautiful.
I love the Martha Market bag pattern, I made gifts for my daughters and sisters in law using colours and fabric patterns that represent their likes and hobbies. So fun and a couple for me to tote things around in. Best wishes to you and your Mom, hope things settle down soon.
My current bag making trend is gift bags. My granddaughters have several drawstring type bags that hold small toys. When you give someone a gift in a homemade bag, they really get two gifts and a lot of love,
i love making bags, i have a long ways to go on getting them professional but, i love it
praying things get better for you!
My favorite bag is one I made years ago!! It’s made from scraps, I use it to carry my Bible to church.
I get more compliments on it. I’ve used it so long I had to make a new set of straps for it!!
I love and collect bags. All kinds. I have several of these mesh bags and I use them the most. All colors are my favorite.
I love FQS mesh bags! I have a couple for projects and take a smaller one when I travel to hold electronic cords.
My dad learned to manage both types of Afib. He had it as long as I can remember and ultimately ended up with a pacemaker that helped tremendously. Blessings to you and your family as you navigate your new normal. 🤗
My favorite bag is the first one I ever made. About 20 years ago and I was going through what you are now with my mom and dad. I hope everything turns out ok with you. See you online. Marilyn.
I like zipper bags that I can put projects in! No matter how many I have , I need more! I’m always starting projects before finishing the others!
I really love bags. Have more than I want but am collecting them or sewing new bag patterns all the time. They do really help in keeping my projects neat and tidy.
My favorite bag is a large Lands End canvas beach bag that I use for transporting my hand quilting projects when traveling. It’s big enough to use for a large quilt, my hoop, and sewing supplies.
My favorite bag is a quilted bag I made for myself about a year ago. I use it for just about everything including projects. My madness lately has been to master a quilted zipper pouch with neat corners. LOL
I’m really an eclectic and loving all styles, colors. I have different style bags and love them all. This bag would make a lovely addition to my stash. Praying for you Pat. I’ve been where you are and know exactly how stressful and yet full of love for your mom this can be.
I have started purchasing reusable shopping bags as my souvenir on trips. They get used often for all sorts of things and remind me of the places I have been and things I have experienced with my family!