December 03, 2012

SMS Giveaway #2 - handmade bag



I recently got the opportunity to work with two fantastic new sponsors.  Wholeport is a huge online store filled with fabric, trims, beads, embroidery supplies, and much more.  Most of their cotton fabrics come in 60" width, and after receiving two prints from them, I had enough to cut out two complete bags - one for me and one for one of you!  For the bag pattern, I received the Steph-in-the-City pattern from Emmaline Bags.  I love the belt detail and hardware on this bag, and the adjustable strap so I can wear it cross-body or on my shoulder.  The pattern designer Janelle did a great job with her instructions and pictures.


How to Enter:
Leave a comment: what size bag do you like best?  Clutches, handbags, or oversized bags?
Bonus entry: followers, new and old, please leave a second comment.

Giveaway is open internationally. Please leave your email in your comment if it is not linked in your profile. Winner will be chosen by random.org on Dec. 8. Good luck!
And check out the Sew Mama Sew blog to enter all the other fun giveaways going on this week!

I also have two other giveaways on my blog right now:
Enter to win an orange/aqua/grey fat quarter stack here.
Enter to win a fat quarter stack of Pretty in Pink here.





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Erin said... #

I love an oversized tote, especially with two little girls.
Thanks for such a great giveaway.
Erin
emstone28@gmail.com

Janarama said... #

I like medium sized handbags, oversized handbags and everything in between.

Janarama said... #

I already follow your blog via GFC.

Kaye M. tkmattson@hotmail.com said... #

I like a mid-size handbag best. If I carry a big bag that is loaded with my stuff, it gets so heavy and hurts my shoulder! Your bag is gorgeoous!

Anonymous said... #

Definitely oversized bags. Though I do tend to pack too much crap in them when they're bigger...

Jamie B said... #

I like all kinds of bags, especially if they're made with a gorgeous damask fabric!

Jamie B said... #

I'm a follower!

Deb C said... #

Love the bag! I usually go with a standard sized handbag - not too big, not too small. Thanks!

Cheryl said... #

I love all sizes, but I probably carry and handbag/medium size the most.

Jeanne said... #

Love the belt detail - what a beauty. I love the big bag. Tks

Georgia said... #

I like oversized bags - mostly because I can use them as a diaper bag too. :)
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Gigi said... #

I love oversized bags! So much room, but I like little pouches for my little stuff to go into that oversized bag

Gigi said... #

I'm a follower by email

Ms. Cook said... #

I like hand bags the best, then clutches, I don't care for over sized very much. Thanks for the chance to win this Beautiful giveaway!

Heather said... #

Depending on the outing I like handbags and then sometimes oversized bags (ie if my kids are with me). Love this fabric!!! heather738(@)gmail(dot)com

Ms. Cook said... #

And I am a happy old follower!

Наталия Балабанчук said... #

I simple like ALL the bags)))) But for teh daily use I prefer the big ones (40x40cm)

Наталия Балабанчук said... #

And I am your follower)))

Kristine said... #

I'm for anything that I can sling over my shoulder. Big or small depends on what I want to carry in it.

Tamie said... #

I really need a mid sized bag. Too small and I can't get everything in. Too big and my shoulder starts to hurt. Thanks for participating in the giveaway day.

Tamie said... #

I'm one of your happy followers.

Nina said... #

I like large bags for travel but small bags for active days when I don't want to carry much.

Nina said... #

I'm a follower...love the inspiration you provide.

Jeanne Gwin said... #

Gah, I love that bag, I definitely go oversized for everyday but clutch for evening and parties.

Jeanne Gwin said... #

I am a regular blog follower via GFC Thanks for a great giveaway.

Cecilia said... #

I like handbags. Thanks for the chance towin.

Debra Lee said... #

I like oversized for all my stuff!

Cecilia said... #

I'm a follower. :-)

christina said... #

Since I'm not a diminutive person, I always go for oversized!
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christina said... #

I'm a new follower!
c_mcmullan(at)hotmail(dot)com

Stephanie said... #

handbags for me.

Stephanie said... #

i'm a follower too

Marcia R said... #

Depends on he occasion, but usually a handbag.

Marcia R said... #

I'm a follower!

Gina Loomis said... #

I love the detail in the bag (the hardware and belt) The fabric you selected is fabulous! I like all size bags, but seem to go for the larger sizes!

Gina Loomis said... #

I'm following your blog via my dashboard. Thank you so much for your generous giveaway!

barbara woods said... #

love your bag thanks for the chance

Margaret said... #

I like an oversized bag. I like to carry my whole house with me so I am always prepared for anything. Or so my husband says.

Margaret said... #

I am a follower.

lefty.rollins said... #

Handbags!

Rie said... #

Oversize bags are a must!
I just adore that bag! I have been feeling really low lately cos as a new mum you don't get to use your old (small) bag anymore... no, you have to use a big old daggy nappy bag - that bag would be so totally ace for me ...

Jake said... #

Oversized all the way! I love your bags! I'm new to blogging and have learned do much! Ja21ke@yahoo.com

quiltinggrammy said... #

I always use a larger bag but can never find anything in it. LOL

heartsease54 said... #

I love this bag!! I love the fabric, the style and the long strap-just wonderful. I'm a big bag gal, I carry my whole life around with me.

heartsease54 said... #

I'm a follower via google, thanks for the give away.

Janet said... #

I don't use clutches but I do use both handbags and totes of all sizes. Great bag!

VickiT said... #

I usually like the larger bags since I carry so much in my purse. I really love the one you are showing. Very pretty.

VickiT said... #

I am already a follower. Thank you for the great giveaway

Jenny said... #

I love big bags, that could be a reason why I never find anything in my bag and have to empty the whole bag before finding my keys or other things.

Sarah_L_N said... #

I like handbags and over-sized bags, I can never get everything into a clutch!

Sarah_L_N said... #

I'm a follower :)

Southern Gal said... #

Beautiful bag!

I love an oversized bag so I can fill it up!

ruth50 said... #

Any size bag works for me as long as it has a cross body strap. Thanks for the giveaway

Unknown said... #

This is my new favourite color combo! I like large totes to throw my stuff in and the kids gear too. kpentondecker@hotmail.com

barb said... #

I love handbags and oversized bags. Thank you for giveaway babscorbitt@gmail.com

barb said... #

I am a follower via email babscorbitt@gmail.com

Jenny said... #

i like oversized black and yellow bags! ;)

Garilyn S said... #

I used to carry something small, even just a wallet, but now that I have 4 kids, it's usually a big bag. I've been wanting an across the body bag for awhile and love the one you made. Thanks for the chance to win!

Garilyn S said... #

follower!

Laurie - Autobiography of Craft said... #

I love a eyecatchingly patterned, generously sized handbag with a long strap. The giveaway bag suits my needs to a tee!

Donana said... #

I like large shoulder bags. I like my hands free and a lot of room inside for goodies.

Donana said... #

I am a long time follower.

M said... #

I like handbags the best.

michaelacking(at)gmail(dot)com

Melissa Loves Color said... #

I like handbags!

Melissa Loves Color said... #

I'm a new follower! :)

Donna said... #

I love any size of bag, but I probably use the handbag size the most.

Aletta said... #

Wow, what a great bag and a great response! You did such a good job on this bag. I love large bags, because I carry a lot of junk with me ;-) Thanks for a chance to win.

Sandy said... #

I LOVE that bag!!! My "go to" bag is handbag sized but I'd carry any size bag if it looked as cute as that one.=) Thanks for the opportunity to win!

mary said... #

I like all sizes, but most of the time right now I carry a big bag for a diaper bag, but when I don't have that I have a regular size purse that I made.

Lisa C said... #

How generous! I am a handbag girl. If it's bigger, then I'll just dig and dig. Merry Christmas!

Beth Taylor said... #

Oversized bags! Now that I have a child I need to carry more stuff!!

Beth
btaylor654 (at) gmail (dot) com

Staci said... #

I love bags that are wide, not too deep and zip shut! Oh, and have a couple nice pockets on the outside for my car keys and cell phone!

The bag you made is so pretty-- you'll make someone really happy!

Staci said... #

And Yes, I am a follower!

Deb said... #

I like handbags best - though I have go-to oversized bags for day trips and traveling.

principeta said... #

Love this one,great size too.I love bigger ones,small is not for me =o).Lovely giveaway,thanks for the chance to win it.

Cathy said... #

I like messenger bags.

Laurel09 said... #

I definitely go oversized! And this bag you are giving away is stunning - thank you for the chance to win it!

Sandra :) said... #

I'm always worried I'll set a clutch down and forget it (eeeeeeeeek!) :/ I like my bags big enough to carry my important goodies, but not overly large because then they get heavy. I think that would be handbag sized :D

redzshadow said... #

Any bag is good for me! I like to change them up depending on my mood or occasion.

Anonymous said... #

Normally I like handbags, but lately I have switched to larger ones, so I can carry books and crafts with me.

kelly72lynn at yahoo

:: miss m :: said... #

I typically like shoulder bags like satchels and up to tote/messenger style. Too small and I feel like I can't get enough into it!

Thanks for the contest!

Tania Grim said... #

Oh that is a super duper cute bag. I like a hand bag or an oversized thats no too huge.

Tania Grim said... #

Im a follower

Andi said... #

I love oversized bags. It's the only way I can fit everything in it. I call them my Mary Poppins bags.

Andi said... #

I'm a new follower.

bestjlb said... #

I like them all, but with my three boys, an oversized bag is the most practical!

Tricia said... #

I like big bags....not huge but big enough to hold everything. I find that with smaller bags I'm trying to cram too much in there that I can never find anything! Thanks for the chance to win!

Tricia said... #

I'm a new follower. Thanks!

KeriCan said... #

My family likes me to carry all their stuff in an oversized bag, but I'm ready to downsize!

Fran said... #

I use different size bags for different things. I like to put clutches inside other bags. :)

Fran said... #

I am a follower.

Kathleen said... #

In general, I like medium sized bags. However, I am notorious for changing bags at the drop of a hat - all sizes, colors, etc!

Thank you for your generosity and kindness (even if I don't win)!

DonnaRae said... #

I like handbag size but seem to carry over sized bags. Hmm, you made me think!

Nick Ashley Reagan Coen & Ike said... #

I love the across your body messenger style oversized bag. But somedays you just need a cute clutch! :) Thank you!!!

Nick Ashley Reagan Coen & Ike said... #

This bag is SHUT THE FRONT DOOR CUTE!!! I'm am an ecstatic new follower!

Anonymous said... #

Hi, I love your Bag. So cute with the belt, I love to have medium bags. Enough for wallet. Pull-ups, wipes. lotion etc... Don't quite need a diaper bag but need something medium for those little extra things. Love your blog too.
Karen S
nkschouten@xplornet.ca

JustPam said... #

I like bags on the larger side. I carry too much stuff.

Christine said... #

I like the oversized bags because I always have a knitting project with me and my Nook. I am always prepared to have to wait in a doctor's office or in a traffic jam.

Deb@asimplelifequilts said... #

I'm a new follower!

Deb@asimplelifequilts said... #

Different bags for different days I guess, most of the time a handbag for me. Your is so cute!

Heather A said... #

Oversized are best for me and all the things I drag between home and the office.

Heather said... #

I use a smaller bag, That way I don't put too much in.

ELNM said... #

I like a medium-sized handbag now - the bigger the bag is, the more junk I seem to end up carrying around. Love your bag - the fabric reminds me a one a famous fabric purse company used recently. Thanks for the chance!
ellen(at)myerly(dot)net

Unknown said... #

Oversized- I have 4 kids. Thanks.

Meghan said... #

My most used bags are medium sized cross body bags.

Unknown said... #

I like all sizes of bags, my favorite one is a lime green with black trim that I have had for over 10 years. It is a cross body bag. I consider it a medium size bag,DH says it is oversize (but he is always asking me to carry his: keys,cigarettes,wallet for him in it) It is really time for a new one and if I win yours, I can take one thing off of my need to do list.

thelady(at)hotmail

Unknown said... #

I'm a follower. Thank you for the chance to win.

thelady(at)hotmail.com

Melissa Corry said... #

Oh my goodness Rebecca, that bag is so stunning!! I love it!!! So fun for you to work with new sponsors :) I usually get oversize bags as we still have wee ones, but I am trying to transition into handbags that can carry a diaper and a few wipes :)

Melissa Corry said... #

I follow ya :)

Jeannie D said... #

I love crossbody bags in a medium size...something I can fit my "stuff" into but not dislocate my shoulder! :D

Jeannie D said... #

I already follow you via email. Cheers!

Dawn said... #

I'm not a fan of clutches or huge. I guess I like everything in between :)

Dawn said... #

I am a new follower :)

Joy said... #

Oversized for sure! I love being able to carry everything and a ball of yarn in there. :D

Joy said... #

I am following you!

Vesuviusmama said... #

What a lovely bag! Even though I try to minimize, I gravitate towards oversized bags because I always have so much to carry!

Stephanie said... #

I live the oversized through it all in there :)

hueisei said... #

I prefer oversize!

Lori - Queen of Dirty Laundry said... #

I like large bags with lots of organization!

Needled Mom said... #

I can't fit everything into a small bag so I am definitely an oversized gal. I love the colors in that one.

Linda said... #

I like oversize bags! Great giveaway. Thanks for the chance to win.

NannyGayle said... #

I am loving what I am seeing on your blog. I love the oversized bags so that I can carry all of the extras that get piled on me in concealment. LOL I do love the larger bags for some reason. Thanks!

NannyGayle said... #

I am a new follower and enjoying it very much.

Sundays Child said... #

Big, but not too big, or they get too heavy and I get a crick in my shoulder and end up at the chiropractor. heh heh But not too small either .. do I make any sense?
Julie Andrea
sundayschild1966(AT)yahoo(DOT)com

Sundays Child said... #

And .. I am a new follower! Thanks for hosting this giveaway.
Julie Andrea
sundayschild1966(AT)yahoo(DOT)com

Libby said... #

clutches. Thanks for the chance!

Jamie said... #

I love over-sized bags so I can fit all of my kids' things inside. What a beautiful bag! Thank you for the giveaway!

Jamie said... #

Follower!

Caryn said... #

I like all sizes of bags but since having kids need bags that are the bigger the better!

Michelle {Daydream Believers} said... #

What a gorgeous bag! I tend to prefer handbags :) Thanks for the chance!
Happy Day!
Michelle
www.daydreambelievers.net
daydreambelievershop (at) gmail (dot) com

Pat Converse said... #

I usually go for handbag size. Thanks for the terrific giveaway...I love that bag.

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Pat Converse said... #

I am a new follower.

pnconverse(at)hotmail(dot)com

webmailaddress2 said... #

I like handbags: not too big and not too small.

webmailaddress2 said... #

follower

Jodi said... #

I am trying to limit myself to hand bags and not go into the over size bags as I am sure I would just fill them up and ruin my shoulders and back.
That bag is just yummy, such great fabric.

Lindsay said... #

I love big bags-I'm not a big fan of the look of most diaper bags, so I love when I can get a cute bag and throw all the baby stuff in there along with my own, but still look fashionable!

Jenni said... #

I love all sizes, but oversized is my fav!

Bronwyn McLellan said... #

I love oversized bags at the moment... they double as a diaper bag!

Beth said... #

I have to have an oversized bags, I have a 1 year old who requires stuff to be carried at all times! I love the giveaway bag.

Beth said... #

I follow your blog!

Jennifer G jenniferkg(at)me(dot)com said... #

Handbags are my favorite. I love the colors of the bag you made. Thanks for the giveaway!

Lindsay@fortheloveofcotton said... #

I love an nice oversize bag. Thank you for such a wonderful giveaway.

Lindsay@fortheloveofcotton said... #

I am a long time follower of your blog. One of the first blogs I started following!

Jessica said... #

Love handbags.. you can never have too many!

Sandra Aiken said... #

I like all size bags. Thanks for offering the giveaway.

Sandra Aiken said... #

I am a new follower
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Carla G said... #

I use all different sizes of bags... But for my purse it is a medium cross-body bag. Thanks for a chance to win this fabulous bag - love the colors/print! :)

Carla G said... #

I'm already a follower! :)

Kaynik said... #

I LOVE the Steph-in-the-city bag. I would call it oversized. Lord knows I have enough stuff to fill one up!

KAy

Tania said... #

I like handbags and oversized bags the best.

Jenny said... #

I tend to like oversized bags, as a mom to 5 I need the room to stash all the kids stuff along with my own, lol! Thanks for the chance to win! :)
jendenscott at gmail dot com

Unknown said... #

Oversized- I have kids ;)

Anonymous said... #

I am a student, so I love a bag big enough for notebooks, water bottles, and all those pens and pencils.
I love those colors! -Victoria
vicmil at aol dot com

leanne said... #

a really gorgeous bag - love the fabric and love the size - thanks for making an extra one to giveaway :) I like handbags and also oversized bags - they're always handy !

Unknown said... #

Oversize!

Angelika said... #

I like overzised bags, to carry all my stuff!

Lori said... #

Great bag - I love it. Very nice of you.

Jingle said... #

I'm a mixed bag kinda girl. I love a clutch for everday, but when I want to fit it all for a day out on the town, and ovesized bag is the way to go! jinglesells at gmail dot com

The Thompsons said... #

I like over-sized bags, but that's because I have little kiddos that have a ton of stuff to lug around.

Kim said... #

OVERSIZED ALL THE WAY!!!

Jill Dorsey || Made with Moxie said... #

I do an oversized with a clutch. So I can carry all my kiddo things with me, but grab the clutch if I run out by myself.

Kim said... #

I just became a new follower. I really like your blog!! :) Thanks for the chances!!!!

Bree said... #

Oversize bags because I have to carry all my family's random stuff. We call my purse the Hermione bag because it seems bottomless!

Kellie Staton said... #

I like purses a little on the big side but not super big.
I love this one. So beautiful!!

Kellie Staton said... #

I follow your blog by email.

Tiffany said... #

I love over-sized bags but only if they have enough pockets to keep everything at least slightly in order. :)

Amy said... #

Definitely oversized--I have little people! Thanks for the giveaway! amy @ gasudimack(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

Cecilia said... #

I love variety but tend to use more the oversized bags (3 lil' girls will do that to you!)

Cecilia said... #

I am a follower now :)

Kathy said... #

Large handbags, but not too oversized because I'm short.

Mands said... #

I love bigger bags and cross body..just like the pic!

mandy dot ueda at gmail dot com

dawn - Mi rincón de mariposas said... #

I love all sizes, depending of the moment.

dawn - Mi rincón de mariposas said... #

I'm a new follower

dawn - Mi rincón de mariposas said... #

I'm a new follower

Unknown said... #

I'm definitely for oversized bags, you can by chance find many surprises in there :-)

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Chiska said... #

It depends on what I'm doing and who's coming along. Oversized with kids. I like a small hand bag by myself.

natski said... #

I love a handbag, if I go oversized I end up with so much stuff in there I can't find anything.
thanks for another great giveaway

ErikaB3 said... #

great bag. I like oversized bags

Jeana said... #

Definitely HUGE bags!

Christie S. said... #

I like small across the body bags.

Anonymous said... #

i love handbags!
thanks for hosting the giveaway!

jbsews said... #

I like all sizes as each has a purpose, but I tend to ened up with an over sized bag. :-)

Anonymous said... #

I like a handbags, like a good hobo bag. This bag is super cute! Thanks for the chance to win.

Diana C
unachica_latina@yahoo.com

Anonymous said... #

I follow you on Facebook.

Diana Luna Camden
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Unknown said... #

I love oversized bags!.
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Unknown said... #

Also a follower.

tammi said... #

I like a kind of medium bag. Not too big or I'll have too much stuff and won't be able to find anything!

tammi said... #

I'm a follower by email.

Prachi Bora said... #

Handbags for me - not too big, not too small, just enough to carry all the essentials and a book to read on the bus !

Pattij said... #

I am a fan of oversized bags! This one is beautiful!
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Pattij said... #

I am a follower!
Evin5 at aol dot com

elflyn said... #

I'm a huge fan of oversize bags, with three little boys I need to carry lots of 'stuff' ;)
Thanks for the chance to win.

elflyn said... #

I'm a follower via GFC.

tash @ Little Bit of Thyme said... #

oversized! fits all my junk!

Kathy H said... #

I like an oversized bag the best. I do like making the smaller bags though too, just not for me.

Kathy H said... #

I am a follower.

Delia said... #

At this stage in life, I use big bags, but some day when children are out of diapers, I can go back to my tiny purses.

Delia said... #

I am a follower.

Bonnie58 said... #

Oversize suits me best. Gorgeous bag Love the colours. Thanks for the opportunity on the draw and Merry Christmas to you
bonnielarson58(at)gmail(dot)com

Alicia said... #

I like a bag that I can put over my shoulde I like a bag that I can put over my shoulder but hangs just above my waist.

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