Pattern testers needed! {Apply within}
15:50The long awaited Bow Pleat bag pattern is nearly upon us..... and I need testers!
The bag is aimed at intermediate sewists up but if you think you're a beginner and you've been sewing for 6 months or longer then chances are you need to stop being so modest and consider yourself an intermediate!
The pattern comes with an adjustable strap, a zipped interior pocket and however many pockets as you want to fit in. I usually stuff my bags full of pockets! I'd like for the testers to at least have a go at the adjustable strap and zipped pocket, even though they are optional extras, to test this pattern fully.
In an ideal world the pattern will be ready to email out in pdf form this time next week (if not a bit earlier) and you need to have your feedback back with me for Wednesday 13th June. I know it's not long, but it is over a weekend if that helps?
Leave me a comment below letting me know you're interested and that you can definitely hit that deadline and I'll email you the fabric/hardware requirements so that you can have it all ready for when the email arrives.
It would help if you followed my blog in some way whether that's GFC or blog lovin' or however you roll, just so that you we can connect and I can pretend you're my friend.
Oh, and be harsh with your critique...but not too harsh, this is my first ever pattern and I made it up myself!
p.s. there's no monetry reward for testing my pattern but when it's all finished and confirmed I'll send you a final copy and if you have a blog I'll donate one for a giveaway. (no strings!)
p.p.s. I only need around a dozen testers so if there's a huge massive crowd wanting to test it then I guess I'll have to randomise it! :) xx
p.p.p.s. Ok people, PLEASE make sure your email address is connected to your blogger profile and set to 'show email' or leave me your email address in the comment....I can only search so much before I realise I have no way of contacting you to send you the info!!
31 comments
Does it count if I scrapbook the pattern :) Just joshing with ya friend. I so wish I could sew as I think this is a great opportunity!! The bag looks awesome!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to test this pattern! It is so cute!
ReplyDeleteHi Amanda, do you have an email address I can contact you at please? your comment profile shows up as a 'noreplyblogger' to my inbox. I'm guessing somewhere there must be a tickbox where you chose not to share your email address? Anyway, give me a shout on pleasereleaseme(dot)letmesew(at)gmail.com
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I would love to test this pattern for you! I've been sewing FOREVER and love making purses :) Let me know! suzysetter(at)cox(dot)net
ReplyDeleteMy sewing skills aren't up to par but this looks like a great bag. I'll share your call for pattern testers on my FB page.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute bag - I wouldn't mind testing it for you!
ReplyDeletecute bag, I don't have time for this one but please keep me in mind for your next one
ReplyDeleteI would love to test your bag. I have a blog which is mostly about bags. I am also a tester for another designer so have experience and the deadline should be no problem. BTW I'm your newest follower.
ReplyDeleteOh, I so wish I could do this! But, since I'm delivering baby #8 tomorrow, I know there's no way I'd get you your feedback in time. ;) How fun! (I LOVE bags! - Hubby might say I'm addicted. *grin*)
ReplyDelete~k
Saw this on Naptime Crafters...super cute! I would love to pattern test for you!
ReplyDeleteI wish I was better than a beginning sewer. I will follow your blog when I get to the point of being intermediate, I may give it a shot. Love what you are doing. :)
ReplyDeleteJess
http://thedelightfulcrafter.blogspot.com/
I would love to pattern test this for you, if you still need testers! I am a teacher and just finished my last day of school, so I have plenty of time and could definitely get this made on schedule.
ReplyDeleteI would love to test your pattern! Hope you still need testers! :) Also, Id love to do a post about it on my blog, giveaway if you want.
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Heather
www.HeatherlyLoves.com
I would love to test your pattern. I have sewn for 50 years and nothing much intimidates me. Let me know. gelswood@aol.com
ReplyDeleteSamantha, that bag is adorable! I would love to be a pattern tester for you if you still have openings! tcwrenz@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI would love to test this for you. I have made several purses, but never an adjustable strap.
ReplyDeletekim1974a@gmail.com
If you still need testers, I'd be happy to make one up! Thanks!
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Wish I had time to test it but I am going crazy getting ready to host a bridal shower this weekend! It looks like a cute pattern!!!
ReplyDeleteCatherine
http://tbc-tobecontinued.blogspot.com/2012/06/green-goddess-necklace-inspired-by.html
i would love to test it
ReplyDeleteIf you need another tester, I would love to do help you!
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Same here...if you need another tester in the future LMK. Thanks!!
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It seems like you may have plenty of testers. I am available to test sew the bag. i haven't made a bag for quite a while but I am an experienced, advanced sewist. I am in Australia if that makes a difference to you.
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If you need another person I am game. Sewing for years!
ReplyDeletejanetwingfield@gmail.com
Oh, wow! I would love to try this out for you. (Mostly I would love to be carrying it around with me next week :) )
ReplyDeletegreat bag samantha! Thanks for linking up to Serenity Saturday
ReplyDeleteNatasha xx
Are you still looking for pattern testers? If so I would love to test!!
ReplyDeletewww.MyInnerNeedToCreate.blogspot.com
Love to test for you (and all sewists). It would be a great pattern for summer fabrics. Can't wait!
ReplyDeleteHey Ginger, you didn't leave me your email address...
DeleteBummer, I wish I would have seen this earlier!
ReplyDeleteI'd be happy to be a pattern tester in the future...
Bethanneblog@yahoo.com
I just this post. I know it's kind of late but if you still need someone to test your pattern, I would love to do it. I can be reached at cedge29 at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteDo you still need testers?
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