Floral Felted Bag
Hardware
Leather
Cloth
I am really proud of this one.
Pattern: Floral Felted Bag, by Nicky Epstein for Interweave Knits fall 2004
Yarn: N.Y. Wool (Korean) Fine Wool merino in chocolate brown and cream
Yardage: Approximately 300 yards main color, 150 yards contrast
Yarn Source: Gift
Needles: 4.5mm (US7) Crystal Palace bamboo circular
Gauge: 14st/4" before felting; 18.5st/4" after felting
Modifications: DK weight merino substituted for Jamieson & Smith Double Knitting; two colors used instead of seven; side panels narrowed instead of pleated; leather cargo-style handles used instead of twisted, felted icord; purse feet and magnetic closure added; backed with heavy-duty interfacing and cardboard bottom insert; lining with zippered pocket added.
This was an adventure for sure. It's not perfect - one of the handles is a bit wonky, and my sewing leaves a lot to be desired - but I hope the overall effect is "carefully handcrafted" rather than "shoddily homemade".
Comments
I'm standing and clapping!
Beautiful work, as always.
Posted by: Stephanie | December 7, 2005 07:44 PM
hello, gorgeous! your hard work was well worth it. that bag is beautiful. and great job with the finishing as well. that lining is perty as hell.
Posted by: Sandra | December 7, 2005 08:18 PM
i've been waiting all day to see the finished product! it's soo beautiful, i hope you are keeping this one for yourself!
Posted by: lulu | December 7, 2005 08:22 PM
Beautiful job!!
Posted by: Colleen | December 7, 2005 08:25 PM
I love it! You did a great job! Your recipient will be (or should be, because if she's not you should give it to me ;) really happy with this gift!
Posted by: Angela | December 7, 2005 08:36 PM
eunny, you are the queen of intricate knits! props for having the patience to work your way through it all... this bag is amazing, right down to choice of hardware. congrats!
Posted by: rosalynn | December 7, 2005 08:44 PM
Wow!! It's beautiful. It looks so polished. I love that you put little feet on it and such a pretty lining.
Posted by: Areli | December 7, 2005 08:45 PM
That is incredible.
You are a knitting god!
Posted by: Megan | December 7, 2005 08:49 PM
Very impressive. I love your attention to detail. The finishing takes it from cute to beautiful and functional.
Posted by: Jessica | December 7, 2005 08:51 PM
That's gorgeous. I'm not a fan of felted bags, but that's really, really beautiful.
Posted by: Natalie | December 7, 2005 08:54 PM
That is gorgeous! Love the lining, the finishing detail is icing on the cake!
Posted by: punkie | December 7, 2005 08:59 PM
This is my absolute favorite FO ever! Attention to detail is your strength, wow! I still haven't sewn buttons on a sweater I knit over a year ago - for me once the knitting's done, so is the project! Many props to your finishing skills :)
Posted by: Julsey | December 7, 2005 09:06 PM
"Carefully handcrafted" is such an understatement! That bag looks wonderful, I especially like all the little touches like the purse feet. Enjoy using it, it's a delight!
Posted by: grumperina | December 7, 2005 09:12 PM
The little touches are beautiful and it's certainly more handcrafted than shoddily homemade. I always enjoy looking at your sketches as they're so inspiring.
Posted by: Jen | December 7, 2005 09:25 PM
What a lovely!!! You always do the best work & this is no exception! The entire look is amazingly well put together!
I'm swooning!!
Posted by: Leah | December 7, 2005 09:37 PM
Wow! Some day I 'll be brave enough to attempt a project like that. Knitting (with intarsia!), sewing (leather, zippers and pockets!), and leather work. I repeat, wow.
Posted by: Kat | December 7, 2005 10:00 PM
Wow, way to go on this one. I'm so impressed by your eye for detail. The bag is gorgeous.
Posted by: Cara | December 7, 2005 10:06 PM
That bag is priceless. You did an awesome job. I can't believe you made that. Be very very proud.
Posted by: Karen | December 7, 2005 10:06 PM
sooo impressed!! you are unbelievable. great job.
Posted by: blossom | December 7, 2005 10:27 PM
I lurk on your blog because everything you make is gorgeous, but you've really outdone yourself with this. And I can't believe you even put a zipper pocket in the lining - wow! I think I'd be afraid to use it - I might be tempted to carry it around in a big ziploc bag to protect it!
Posted by: janna | December 7, 2005 10:44 PM
*never* let it be said that eunny jang does not have an eye for detail. that bag is a beaut!
Posted by: jess | December 7, 2005 10:51 PM
Wonderful bag.
Posted by: Chery | December 7, 2005 11:22 PM
I too have been waiting all day to see the finished product. Well worth the wait - it is positively stunning. I'm in total awe of your talent!
Posted by: Coleen | December 7, 2005 11:30 PM
Absolutely beautiful. Oustanding job!
Posted by: Jackie | December 7, 2005 11:57 PM
You should definitely be proud of this one!! It's GORGEOUS!!
Posted by: caitlyn | December 7, 2005 11:59 PM
Quite an accomplishment! I envy your patience and attention to detail. The bag is simply gorgeous.
Posted by: Kate | December 8, 2005 12:03 AM
Holy cow, that's gorgeous! Honestly, that purse is something I'd expect to see in a high-end store. Wow. Well done :)
Posted by: Heather | December 8, 2005 12:39 AM
What a gorgeous purse! You did such a great job. Your version is even better than the one shown in the mag.
Posted by: vanessa | December 8, 2005 12:40 AM
So beautiful!
I desperately want that pattern now.
Posted by: sarah | December 8, 2005 06:17 AM
Outstanding job Eunny!! I know the recipient of the bag will absolutely love it!!
Posted by: baast | December 8, 2005 08:50 AM
I love it! If I ever make this bag, I hope it will turn out as great as yours!
Posted by: Jade | December 8, 2005 08:56 AM
It looks amazing!! Great job!
Posted by: Kristy | December 8, 2005 09:11 AM
That is a really beautiful bag!! I love the little details like the feet and zippered inside pocket. What a lucky recipient!
Posted by: joy | December 8, 2005 09:30 AM
Totally awesome. You're keeping that for yourself, right? If you really do feel the need to give that away, I can give you my address!
Honestly, beautiful work, as always. I'm not good at intarsia AT ALL, but since it'd be felted, I might be inspired to take a crack at that. Felting always hides sucky knitting!
Posted by: Stephanie | December 8, 2005 10:34 AM
Stunning!!! Definitely beautifully handcrafted, and wonderful attention to detail. That's what makes it stand out, far apart from anything "homemade."
Posted by: lynda | December 8, 2005 10:39 AM
Oh, me again- just when I thought it couldn't get better... the zippered inside pocket! You didn't miss a thing. Perfect!
Posted by: lynda | December 8, 2005 10:40 AM
Holey moley that is one beautiful bag - excellent job!!!!
Posted by: Kitty | December 8, 2005 11:08 AM
stunning, Stunning STUNNING! i think what makes this bag so special is all the carefully chosen elements that make it the masterpiece that it is! absolutely gorgeous- i must admit to sinfully coveting your bag, eunny!
Posted by: laurene | December 8, 2005 11:23 AM
Beautiful--I adore pink and brown together. Thanks for showing all of the steps--you did a fantastic job!
Posted by: Heidi | December 8, 2005 12:14 PM
Oh My!!!! It is even cooler than I had thought it would be. I love it! You did such an amazing job.
Posted by: kitty kitty | December 8, 2005 12:46 PM
It's fabulous. I love, love, love how it turned out. I got my pattern in the mail, now I just have to find the time to try it.
Posted by: Stephanie | December 8, 2005 12:48 PM
I just have to add to the compliments--that is so beautiful! I love the little details.
Posted by: Meredith | December 8, 2005 01:40 PM
This is THE nicest thing I have ever seen handmade. I just cant believe I have watched you construct this from nothing. Fab job Eunny.
Posted by: Estee | December 8, 2005 02:09 PM
somehow i missed this post...it looks awesome! all the details -- especially those purse feet and the handles -- are wonderful!
Posted by: jody | December 8, 2005 02:47 PM
That is what one calls a "masterpiece." I admire your patience and talent!
Posted by: Tipper | December 8, 2005 06:48 PM
My god - it's beautiful! What wonderful attention to detail. I would never use another bag again. Kudos to you!
Posted by: Cara | December 8, 2005 08:22 PM
I have only been reading your site for a short period of time, but love the projects you pick and the colors you use. This bag is your best yet. Absolutely gorgeous!
Posted by: Petra | December 8, 2005 10:51 PM
It looks so beautiful! What a fantastic project, I love all the attention to detail!
Posted by: Anonymous | December 9, 2005 05:10 AM
Absolutely gorgeous! Just love it.
Posted by: Melissa | December 9, 2005 06:53 AM
WOW that is impressive. So is your diligence. Love it, great job!!
Posted by: Li | December 9, 2005 11:27 AM
Now THAT'S a bag! Very professional. I can't believe how neat and even your punched holes in the leather strap turned out. Great work. You've inspired me to move my bag-making up a few notches.
Posted by: elizabeth | December 9, 2005 03:37 PM
Beautiful work. Your eye for detail is most definitely inspiring. Brava!
Posted by: wendy | December 9, 2005 04:56 PM
Truly amazing job. Really enjoyed seeing it all come together.
Posted by: Jennifer | December 10, 2005 10:50 AM
Truly amazing job. Really enjoyed seeing it all come together.
Posted by: Jennifer | December 10, 2005 10:51 AM
Did you buy the wool in Korea...or was it just made there? When I go to Korea this summerI want to have some yarn shops to check out, so if you know of any could you share them with me?
Posted by: Kristi | December 10, 2005 06:31 PM
The bag turns out fantastic! Love all your details.
Posted by: Siow Chin | December 13, 2005 03:25 AM
it's amazing. I want to take mine out of the closet right now and redo some of the finishings.
Posted by: Julia | December 13, 2005 06:11 AM
Beautiful work! It's the attention to detail that makes or breaks a project for sure. I love what you've done, and it makes me want to look at that pattern again. Too many knitters don't take the time to do proper finishing I've noticed (knitting is NOT a race)!
Posted by: Gaile | December 14, 2005 03:01 PM
You are my hero. Oh, to be so accomplished! This is a beauty!
Posted by: Jojo | December 16, 2005 12:54 PM
I love the completed bag, it's just beautiful! You did a wonderful job on the modifications.
Posted by: Jaime | December 18, 2005 10:08 PM
This iteration of the bag is far lovelier than the version in IWK...I love your customizations.
Posted by: Chris Q | February 3, 2006 11:20 AM
I am a Nicky Epstein fan but you have outdone her with your version. I hope I have this magazine so I can do a similar version (I'm thinking black however). Thanks for the great inspiration.
Posted by: Katherine | February 7, 2006 05:43 PM
Beautiful bag. Could I ask ... where did you get the leather handles?
Posted by: Josephine | March 17, 2006 02:38 AM
Lovely, Lovely, Lovely!
Posted by: denise | May 9, 2006 02:41 PM
This bag is incredible!
Where did you get the leather for the handles, and did you sew it on yourself? What kind of machine do you have?
Posted by: Rachel | June 20, 2006 03:14 PM
Oh,my god .All the knit items you make are so cool ~
Posted by: JO | July 2, 2006 04:13 PM
OMG!!!! That bag is beautiful!!!! You always manage to surprise us with your work.
Posted by: Ada | July 25, 2006 01:39 PM
Im dying right now...dying I tell you! That is the most amazing bag...BRAVO!!!
Posted by: Mimi | August 24, 2006 01:35 PM
Beautiful purse. Can you tell me where you found the leather straps and hardware?
Posted by: Kathy C | September 1, 2006 02:04 PM
awesome really well executed
Posted by: chrissie day | September 27, 2006 05:43 PM