Ah the sun is finally shining again here at the seaside - I had given up hope of ever seeing it again!
I have been very busy recently playing (ahem, working!) with my lovely Summery fabrics for my new projects.

Top of my "to do" list was a birthday present for my sister. This fabulous satchel pattern came from the new book by Lisa Lam A Bag For All Reasons. It is packed full of tutorials and patterns for making beautiful bags with a professional finish. Once I'd finished the bag, I really didn't want to give it away, but the younger sibling was very pleased with her gift so I can't complain (too much :).

I'm so pleased with how it turned out I'm planning on making one for myself asap!

Butterfly Satchel