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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Anonymous said... #

I like all sizes of bags - they each come in useful at different times!

Anonymous said... #

And of course I'm a follower!

Anonymous said... #

Rebecca, that's GORGEOUS!

I tend to use a little larger bag...about this size. I have lots of things to carry...so it works for me.

However, a little wristlet or clutch are also nice to have on hand. =)

Thank you.

Anonymous said... #

I'm a follower. =)

Lisa England said... #

I like a large tote bag. Your bag is gorgeous, thanks for the chance to win!

Lisa England said... #

I follow your blog.

jane p said... #

I love oversized bag because I need to have a large sweater with me everywhere i go.

Laura said... #

I like a handbag. The bigger the bag, the more I put in it and the heavier the bag!

Gill said... #

Great bag! I love the pattern!
I like all sorts of bags!

Gill said... #

I'm a happy follower!

Melinda said... #

I keep some of all sizes for different times but most often carry oversized. However, I have noticed that the bigger my purse is, the more stuff I carry in it!

Martina said... #

I love oversized bags, always have a lot of stuff to carry; but also handbags. I love your bag very much!

Martina said... #

I am a happy follower too!

Sooli said... #

That's a great bag! I like a bag big enough to fit all my day to day stuff in but not so big I get an ache in my shoulder from carrying it around!

Sooli said... #

I'm a follower! Thanks for the chance to win!

tpott said... #

I like small bags, wristlets. Your bag is beautiful, I also love the belt. You did a wonderful job. I've never made a bag, it looks sooo complicated. ;->

Beth said... #

I like large shoulder bags. Which might be why I have a backache . . .

Quilt Genius said... #

I'm a fan of oversized bags....never know when you might need to hide a body in there..LOL

Mary
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Quilt Genius said... #

I am a not new follower

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Deb said... #

My favorite purse is something small that I can sling over my shoulder and doesn't hold much. ( My favorite of all time is the mini hipster by Vera Bradley) However, my hubby and I fly a lot and for that I love a HUGE bage to use as a carry-on!

Deb said... #

I am a happy follower of yours via Google Reader.

Marjorie's Busy Corner said... #

Any bag is good in my book...but usually use an oversize one.

Unknown said... #

As a mom to many, I love oversized bags!

Marjorie's Busy Corner said... #

I'm an older follower...thank you

Unknown said... #

I am also a follower! I hope to win this gorgeous bag!

Pam @Threading My Way said... #

Beautiful bag!!! Thanks for the chance to win. I like handbag sizes the best.

KD-Quilts said... #

I am a fan of oversized bags! This one is gorgeous!

KD-Quilts said... #

I follow in google reader!

Tammy said... #

Now I no longer have to cart around a diaper bag I seem to have gone to the other extreme and like my bags the smaller the better.

Tammy said... #

And I am a follower

Tamara said... #

I like something mid size.

Tamara said... #

I'm a follower

Karen O said... #

I like a smaller bag with a cross body strap. Thank you for giving away such a lovely bag, if I win it will be a Christmas present for my 14 year old!

Candice said... #

WOW- gorgeous! I love medium to large size bags, shoulder or cross body :) Gotta have lots of room for stuff!

Anonymous said... #

Those I use most often are clutches and totes. I like that I can stick a clutch right on top of my larger bag with all the kid's stuff and keep my things together.

Melissa Palmer said... #

I love oversized bags!
Thanks for the chance to win this gorgeous bag!
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Melissa Palmer said... #

New follower via GFC as Melissa Palmer.
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Kathy P said... #

Small shoulder bags are my favorite, but this one is gorgeous!!!

Abby W @ColorBarQuilts said... #

I go more toward the handbag size. I don't seem to carry much around with me now that my kids are not babies any more. thanks for a chance to win.

Abby W @ColorBarQuilts said... #

i am a follower.

tisme said... #

The funny thing is that it seems the older I get, the bigger my bag gets! So at 54, big, big! lol

Stacy said... #

Oversize, the more I can cram in the better!

susanna internicola said... #

i like hand bags that go over your shoulder!

Anna @FreshDewDrops said... #

I prefer handbags, but this bag would be perfect for a sister of mine.

Anna @FreshDewDrops said... #

I'm a follower : )

Simply Vintagegirl said... #

That bag looks like it's just about the right size! I like a bag that fits my camera equipment essentials.

Mar García said... #

I like shoulder bags! Thanks for this chance!

doctordestiny_22 said... #

I probably love handbags that lean towards being over-sized the most :)

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Breanna S. said... #

I prefer oversized bags but I also use smaller ones for my knitting bag/take along crafting.

walklet said... #

I like all bags, but oversized totes are great.

Anonymous said... #

I love a purse to be just big enough to hold my e-reader, phone and keys. I used to carry a little eye glass case with keys and cards in it but had to upsize when I get a cell phone. Now I've had to upsize again for the e-reader but only with reluctance. The only time I like a really big bag is when I fly. This bag looks perfect for flying!

Erin P. said... #

At the phase of life that I am in (mommy phase) I have to say that I like an oversized bag, with kids there is always a million things that I take around with me. eatkin85@yahoo.com

Erin P. said... #

I am a new follower to your blog eatkin85@yahoo.com

Djaj said... #

I love small bags. The reason is I like to carry a lot of stuff with me but my back does not... As I carry as much as my bag can stand, small bags are my "reasonable" choice (and it makes it impossible for my husband to stuck any of HIS stuff in my bag, yeah !)

Monica B said... #

I like bags that are big enough to put stuff for meetings in - planners, binders, notebooks, iPad, etc, or ones that I can use as a carry on for myself or my kids. Thanks for doing a giveaway!!

craftytammie said... #

i usually carry a bigger bag, with four kids i always have a lot to tote around!

yorkie mom said... #

I'm a follower.

craftytammie said... #

and i'm a follower!

Monica B said... #

And I just started following you!

Julie said... #

Love oversized bags with cross body straps...being a mom to five kids, I need all the room in my purse that I can find!

Thanks for a great giveaway!
Julie

Julie said... #

Am also a new follower....thanks so much!

Julie

yorkie mom said... #

I like medium handbags. If they are too big.... I put too much stuff in them and they get Heavy.

Kate said... #

I like medium-sized bags, preferably with a shoulder strap for hands-free carrying. But in the winter I'll also transfer my wallet to a teensy little one so I can go purse-free and keep everything in my coat pockets instead.

Karen said... #

I love this bag! Oversize is best :)

Liz DandeliondD said... #

Large handbags are my preference.

Liz DandeliondD said... #

I am a follower too.

Reader Owl said... #

It's oversize for me.

Mommarock said... #

I love a shoulder bag that hangs to my waist. Not oversized as I have bad shoulders.. doc says NO BIG BAGS.. BOO.

Mommarock said... #

I am a follower.

Lisa C in GA. said... #

I mostly use largish handbag sizes...with 6 kids I need the "mom can you carry this..." space, lol

Flo @ Butterfly Quilting said... #

great bag! I like larger bags best...always seem to be dragging a lot of stuff around with me!! :)

Anne said... #

Love the bag you made! I like handbags best.

Anne said... #

I am a follower

Heather D. said... #

For day to day I have a pretty small purse. I don't feel the need to carry a whole ton of stuff so I keep it pretty simple.

The bag you're offering up is beautiful!

Heather D. said... #

I follow you via google reader.

Ferek said... #

oversizes bag is bag i need because I have too kids :D
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slacker said... #

I think I'm a handbag kind of girl :)

slacker said... #

new follower, too!

Erin said... #

I like oversized bags with lots of organization - pockets, mini bags inside, etc. Thanks for the opportunity to enter!

Lori said... #

The bigger the bag, the better!

Laura said... #

I definitely love handbags!

Jess said... #

I have to say oversized bags for sure!!

Anonymous said... #

I'm still dragging around a diaper bag so I would LOVE an oversized bag to be a stylish mom ;)
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Robyn said... #

I like oversized bags because I can carry everything or use it as an overnight bag. Thanks for the giveaway!

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Robyn said... #

I'm a new follower. Thanks for the giveaway!

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Pippa Parsons said... #

im a follower

Pippa Parsons said... #

I love oversized bags, the more I can stuff in the better :)

MC said... #

Very cute bag! I love bags with a shoulder strap big enough for my lunch and a good book.

Terri said... #

I LOVE oversized bags.......
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Gidget said... #

This bag is so pretty!

I am a handbag sized person, oversized just gets filled up with garbage.

Gidget said... #

And I am a follower

LauraH said... #

What a great bag! Good job! I like larger bags. I tend to put a lot of stuff in and I like to have it all with me! lol

LauraH said... #

I follow your blog and really enjoy it! Thanks so much!

Michelle Frame said... #

I love oversized handbags.
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Monica said... #

I like handbags best.

Unknown said... #

I Like Handbags

Great prize

Thank you :)

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Leo said... #

I take everything between handbag and oversized

Jacklynn Grimm said... #

I like big bags - got to have room for my Nook and my sewing kit to make hexies if I have time on my hands. I love the fabric of your bag - recognised it right away! Wholeport is an awesome shop - thanks for the link and thanks for the give away!

Julie said... #

Love that bag! When I do carry a bag, I live big, oversize bags!

Shannon said... #

This is glorious! I usually carry something between a handbag size and an oversized bag.

Amanda said... #

I like a handbag. Nothing too big.

Anonymous said... #

Hi,

I've given up trying to carry a small bag - too much to carry. This bag is perfect - size and style. Thanks for the chance to win.

Ellen

Laura said... #

What a cute bag. It looks like the perfect size. I prefer something about that size. Not too small and not too big.

Lauren said... #

I used to love huge bags but I've weened myself down to medium.

vwlady said... #

I'm a follower

jackie said... #

i love an oversize bag....fits better with my proportions ;)

vwlady said... #

I like different sizes for different uses. This would be a perfect one for weekend shopping!

Lynne said... #

I love big bags! Always handy!
Thanks for the great giveaway!

Lisa E said... #

I like bigger bags, because I carry around a lot of stuff. Your bag is so beautiful. Thanks for the chance to win.

Joy said... #

I like bigger bags, now that I have a baby!

Allison said... #

I love handbags, but with a baby/toddler now I have to carry a diaper bag. I miss buying new purses!

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Anna said... #

I usually like handbags that are slightly oversized so they fit at least a book and my ridiculously huge wallet. Thanks for the give-away.

Anna said... #

I am a follower via Blogger dashboard.

Kelli said... #

I've always been a handbag kinda gal, but since having two little ones, oversized bags are what I've been trending lately. Gotta have space to store all those snacks and toys!

Amy's Crafty Shenanigans said... #

I like a big bag - a tote style. I carry a lot of sctuff plus my husbands keys, wallet and phone when we are out and about!!! Terrific giveaway :)

Calikisses said... #

I am a purse whore, and love all sizes of bags :)

I have this bag pattern too and have been waiting to make it. It's such a cute pattern and perfect size!

Calikisses said... #

I am a follower :)

Michele R. said... #

I love an oversized bag. As a mom, my bag is full of stuff for the kiddo!

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Michele R. said... #

I just started following you! My email is kudra1978 at aol dot com.

tawny_tawny said... #

I like oversized bags because I can throw them over my shoulder and go!

Pam said... #

I love oversized bags, but I pop in a tiny bag that has essentials in it, like my cash and cards, a mirror and comb, tissues and lip salve. It just makes it easy to find things.

Beth said... #

What a beautiful bag! Thanks for the give away! My fave type of bag is handbag sized with a shoulder strap...leaves my hands free for doing things. =)

Anna said... #

I like a big bag, I am usually carting books to and from University so the more room the better! Thanks for the give away!

Nadine said... #

Oversized bag. All the way

jruminski said... #

I like hand bags! Thanks.

Michell said... #

Though I love handbag, oversized bags are great for when i go to work

Beth said... #

I am also a new follower. =) Your blog is super sweet.

Kathrynn said... #

I like oversized bags

Kathrynn said... #

I'm a follower

Belinda said... #

Oversized bags are my favorite! Thanks :-)

Belinda said... #

I follow too!

annerd said... #

They all come handy at different times, but I tend to use handbags the most.

Thanks!

Shana Putnam said... #

I really like handbags best I think. But all bags are awesome. :) Thank you for the chance to win such a gorgeous bag.

Shana Putnam said... #

I am a new follower too!

Ella said... #

I tend to go for bigger bags because I have to carry epi pens with me.

Laura said... #

I love bigger bags so I can carry everything!

Kay said... #

I love a good sized bag and it must have at least one internal pocket. Thank you ofr the gorgeous giveaway.
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Kay said... #

I am a follower too.
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Libby said... #

Medium size, but they need to have long straps. I don't carry anything in my hands or on my arm !

Julie said... #

I love the bag! I tend toward the larger handbags. I have four kids seven and under and always seem to need lots of stuff.

Megan said... #

I prefer handbags, but with two little boys, I tend to carry an oversized bag so I can lug their water cups and other junk around too. :)

Mrs Flying Blind... said... #

I have a use for every size bag thanks to 3 kids! This looks great x

Mrs Flying Blind... said... #

Still following x

Marlene said... #

Still following your blog!

Marlene said... #

Love cross body medium sized bags!!

JoyceLM said... #

I like a large bag with a long enough shoulder strap so that I can wear it across my body. Love the bag - thanks for the chance to win.

JoyceLM said... #

I'm already a follower. Thanks for the giveaway.

Gale, Ky quilter said... #

I love oversized bags and the one you made is gorgeous!

Gale, Ky quilter said... #

I am already a faithful follower! Thanks for the giveaway!

Sew Distracted said... #

i like bags of all sizes, but probably like oversized most.

Pink Scissors Design said... #

Handbags!

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Katie said... #

i am a huge fan of crossover bags and the colors are wonderful!

Rose said... #

Large totes are tops on my list because I always find an excuse to bring more "stuff" with me :-)

Thank you for the lovely giveaway.

Ashley said... #

Oversized bags are my favorite! Thanks for the giveaway!

Sarah AJ said... #

Fantastic bag! I like both handbags and oversized bags, depending on where I'm going.

Kreatita T said... #

I like all bags, but I prefer large ones (so I can lose all my stuff)

Second Chance Tan said... #

ummm bigger bags are a necessity for me, to stuff all the nappies, drinks bottles, wipes, snacks and toys in! x

Unknown said... #

Handbag size, definitely. Clutches are a bit too small, and I put too much in an oversized bag and hurt my back!

Thanks for the giveawy!

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Alisa said... #

Oversized so I can fit everything in!

Christy H said... #

I like handbag size bags.

Ashley said... #

I like handbags that can adjust into over the shoulder... most importantly one that can fit diapers and wipes ;)

Ashley said... #

And I too love following your blog!

Kathie said... #

Whatever size this bag is! Just began to wear my purse cross the body; so much easier on my back

Kathie said... #

I have been following your blog for a few months. Really like the fabric on this bag!

Kathie said... #

Whatever size this bag is! Just began to wear my purse cross the body; so much easier on my back

Anonymous said... #

Great looking bag, and thank you so much for the opportunity to win it. The type of bag that I like varies. I have use for various types of bags. Thank you so much for the giveaway x Have a great week :)

Dee said... #

I like a bag that's exactly the size of the one you are offering. I love it!

OhioLori said... #

Not into clutch bags....but LOVE Totes....and regular sized...Shoulder straps for sure! Love yours! :)

Thanks for chance to win! :)

OhioLori said... #

I've been a follow for quite awhile now..thru GFC.

Thanks for second chance to win too! :)

Cary said... #

When I'm shopping I like a small over-the-shoulder bag. When I travel a bigger bag works best! This bag is beautiful!

Sue said... #

I like a medium size purse. If it is too large, I fill it with junk!

Sue said... #

I am already a follower.

ellen said... #

I love big bags. I carry everything around! :)

Miss Prickly said... #

I'm a fan of big bags.

Winona said... #

I like large oversized bags. Have to have enough room for all my junk, don't you know!

Winona said... #

I am a follower.

CathyG said... #

I like big bags that go on the shoulder. Love your bag!! you are so talented!!
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CathyG said... #

I love getting your emails!
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Jen B said... #

Depends on the age of the kiddo and how much I'm lugging for him. ;). But for me, I like a medium to small bag.

Jen B said... #

I follow via RSS.

Abie said... #

I love slightly smaller bags, but I love over-the-shoulder bags! It's hard to find cute ones! But when you do... it's awesome!
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DespinaV said... #

I love them all!!
It depends on the time of day and my outfit which one I choose

DESPINA
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DespinaV said... #

I follow you via GFC as deb_oro

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Joanna-Gloria said... #

I love handbags and clutches and handmade most of all!!
I love this one immensely!!
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Joanna-Gloria said... #

Email follower

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Kristin at SunnySewing.com said... #

I really love handbags.
Not too big, not too small :D

Thanks

Vivian said... #

What a stylin' bag!!!! Thank you for the chance.

I'm more of an oversize bag kind of girl...I like to carry many things to keep myself occupied throughout the day.

Jessica said... #

Big oversized bag fan here! :)

Jessica said... #

Follower of course!

Bailey said... #

Big bags, I have youngins'

giddy99 said... #

Oversized, definitely!

Jennifer said... #

As a mom of 3 little ones I definitely need a big bag! This one is cute!

lao80 said... #

I like bags that go over your shoulder the best.

Robin said... #

That is an awesome bag. Tote bags are my favorite to make and use!

Lisa said... #

Oversize, cross-body are the best for me and that one is gorgeous!

Lisa said... #

I am a follower!

Cherise said... #

I started writing what kind of bags I like and then I realized that I like them all! lol! ;) Thanks for an awesome giveaway! Happy Holidays to you! :)

Cherise said... #

I'm already a follower of yours! :)

Jo said... #

Big bags, little bags, clutches, coin purses I just love them all. Thanks for the chance your bag is great!

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