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Purse Palooza – Pattern Giveaway – Chris W. Designs

Today’s giveaway sponsor is Christine Welsh, the lovely lady behind Chris W Designs.  Chris is a self confessed bag making addict!  She wants to design patterns that allow you to make handbags and purses that are unique to YOU and exactly the style, colour, size and shape that YOU want them to be…how fantastic is that!

 

One lucky winner will will their choice of 4 pdf patterns – what a fantastic prize from Chris W Designs!  Some of the patterns you could choose include…

The SNAZZY SLOUCH bag is not only fabulous to just grab, throw over your shoulder and go, it is also super organized and roomy too! Complete with 4 external slip pockets (all deep enough so that their contents are kept safe) perfect for your phone, keys and other bits and pieces you might need to grab in a hurry.

The main compartment is zippered so that everything inside is secure. Plus, there is an internal zipper divider pocket and 4 extra internal slip pockets to keep your bag super organized! Last but not least, the Snazzy Slouch has an adjustable strap so you can make it the length that suits you!

The UPTOWN GIRL is a perfect bag for a day out on the town.

The Uptown Girl may have a minimalist appearance on the exterior, with two slip pockets on the sides for your phone or keys; however, inside you will find a multitude of storage pockets for organisation. Its roomy interior is secured by a recessed zipper and boasts an additional interior zippered divider pocket, PLUS 4 extra slip pockets and 2 pen pockets.

The BELLA II is not only practical, it’s roomy & fun with loads of pockets!

The Bella II 4 exterior front slip pockets, a zippered exterior back pocket and a recessed zipper closure for your main compartment. Inside you will find another zipper pocket, 3 slip pockets as well as a pen pocket to keep all your goodies super organised.

 

THE PENNY INN will surprise you with just how much stuff you can pack in there, including your mobile phone! You can keep your cards, cash and receipts all organised and make good use of one of the zipper pockets to stash some cash away for a rainy day!

 

The Penny Inn features a gorgeous flip lock main compartment closure, opening into 8 card slots with optional slip pocket, two large slip pockets, a zippered coin section, an additional zipper pocket and a phone slip pocket.

The second wallet section, secured by a snap tab, features an additional 12 card pockets, an ID window and a slip pocket as well as another zipper pocket.

You can choose to add a wrist strap, or an adjustable cross body strap. Both are secured via detachable hooks, so why not make both straps so you can swap them as desired. Or remove them completely so you can pop your wallet in your bag instead!

If you win this prize pack, you will have some tough decidions to make – Goodluck!
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171 thoughts on “Purse Palooza – Pattern Giveaway – Chris W. Designs

  1. Cara says:

    So many nice patterns, but I really like The Penny Inn. Thanks for the chance to win!

  2. Hilari says:

    I’m loving the Evelyn!

  3. Marian says:

    The Penny Inn is amazing!

  4. Katharyn says:

    I love all of them!

  5. Debbie says:

    Terrific bags – I’m thinking I could use the Snazzy Slouch.

  6. STH says:

    I’m really liking the Bella II!

  7. Toni Leli says:

    The Uptown Girl pattern will keep me organized!

  8. Ruth says:

    I already have Penny Inn…so the decision is a bit easier!!!

  9. I would really like to make the Penny Inn!

  10. Lesley says:

    I likE thE Snazzy slouch

  11. Lisa Bowden says:

    I’ve made several of Chris’s designs and would like to try the Uptown Girl next.

  12. Paula says:

    i like the look of the Uptown Girl, I can’t seem to say the name without hearing Billy Joel! Now I reveal my age group!

  13. They are all beautiful!! I love the Uptown Girl!!

  14. kellylynn says:

    The Savannah is really cute.

  15. Staci Pope says:

    The Penny Inn is definitely my favorite. It is exactly what I’ve been looking to make myself.

  16. Jen Beatty says:

    I want to make a snazzy slouch soon!

  17. Margaret Lawrence says:

    Bella, Bella, Bella! Have fancied this beauty for some time now.

  18. Catherine in MI says:

    I really like Sugar and Spice. There are so many great options though — they all look comfortable to carry and full of space!

  19. Lori Smanski says:

    Coco is wonderful

  20. It’s like the Penny Inn was designed specifically for me!

  21. Norma says:

    I love her patterns. One of my favorites is the City Slicker.

  22. Cindy S. says:

    I like the Snazzy Slouch! Most purses of this shape are just one big compartment with maybe a tiny zippered pocket inside. While this has a wonderful, casual appearance on the exterior, the inside can be completely organized.

  23. Donna W says:

    I think that I need to make The Epiphany

  24. I have loved all of Chris’s designs, have made several. My favorite, at the moment and the one I carry daily, is the Lombard Street. However I still have a bunch on my wish list!

  25. I really like the Epiphany.

  26. I love all of Chris’s patterns. My favorite, at the moment (and the one I carry daily) is the Lombard Street. Still have a long wish list!

  27. Paula says:

    Penny Inn and Bella II – I need them both!

  28. Cynthia says:

    Christines patterns are wonderful! I made several of them over this past year, and look forward to her new ones!
    I think the Penny Inn is calling my name!

  29. sewsingular says:

    I have a few of Chris’ patterns and I like them all. So I will pick Penny Inn because I do not own that pattern yet. Thank you, [email protected]

  30. Alli says:

    I like the City Slicker! 🙂

  31. kathyh says:

    Next up is the Evelyn Bag – got my pattern already.

  32. Dawn Kulik says:

    Just finished “Epiphany” love it. My absolute favorite.

  33. Vanessa B says:

    I Love the Bella II 🙂 Thank You!!!

  34. tjmollohan says:

    The Penny Inn is the perfect size.

  35. CeCe says:

    Her patterns are nice . . . I see three so far I like, the Gizmo Garage, Serendipity Hip, and the City Slicker.

  36. teri says:

    I like the Epiphany. Thank you.

  37. Kellie Warren says:

    Snazzy Slouch ♡

  38. alice young says:

    Please let me be a winner

  39. Teresa Mihm says:

    Love all of ChrisW’s patterns!

  40. I am totally loving the Bella II bag! Not to sound weird but it looks like a real store bought purse 🙂

  41. Mara says:

    I have the old Bella pattern, and would love the new one 🙂

  42. pat crocker says:

    irst of all Thank You for the giveaway! Much appreciated. Bella is in my dreams.

  43. Heather says:

    I love the Sugar and Spice pattern!

  44. Elizabethdee says:

    My favorite is the Evelyn, which I’ve made and love. The pattern was superb, too.

  45. Sheila Hlushak says:

    I really would love to try the Penny Inn pattern, it looks lovely.

  46. Mary Michaud says:

    Sugar & Spice, or Penny Inn

  47. wdhandbags says:

    I love the Sugar & Spice, and Abigail patterns 🙂

  48. Rita says:

    Too many cute bags! I think my favorite is Abigail; it’s so cute, yet big enough to hold everything I haul around.

  49. Christeen says:

    I like the Serendipity Hip bag.

  50. Anke says:

    I just finished the Penny Inn and I love it!

  51. Emma says:

    It’s hard to choose…but I really like the bella II 🙂

  52. pmpatty says:

    Love all the patterns!

  53. Rita Ferrier says:

    Loving all the pattern I’m seeing! It would be hard to pick…

  54. Barbara J says:

    I love the Snazzy Slouch. I’m all about pockets and the zip top makes it perfect.

  55. I had just added the Snazzy Slouch to my wish list on Etsy a few days ago, I love how it zips closed on top yet has that casual look.

  56. Joy says:

    I love ChrisW bags, they always have heaps of pockets and great instructions and they look so good when you are finished!

  57. Rejeana says:

    I love ChrisW bags!

  58. Maria says:

    I have made several of the ChrisW bags and I think the Snazzy Slouch is next on my list ! Thanks for sponsoring this prize Chris ! 🙂

  59. Pam says:

    I like the Dawn to Dusk backpack pattern. Thanks for introducing all these great designers! I’m enjoying this blog hop!

  60. Lori Morton says:

    The Snazzy Slouch is my very Favorite, and close Second Has to be the Lombard Street!!! Hard to choose…all look Awesome!! 🙂 Thanks for chance to win this Give-a-way too! 😀

  61. Debbie Echaves says:

    The Penny Inn looks perfect!

  62. Denise Swanson says:

    Serendipity HIp!

  63. The Snazzy Slouch captures my attention.

  64. Karen says:

    I love a lot of Chris’s bags! it would be hard to pick just four, but I really do like her new Epiphany bag.

  65. Valerie says:

    I love the look of the Snazzy Slouch and the Penny Inn. Mahalo nui loa for the change to win!

  66. barbara woods says:

    Love Bella ll

  67. Melody says:

    Love the Pick A Pocket wallet

  68. Lee says:

    I love the Penny Inn!

  69. Sarah J. says:

    Coco and it’s listed as Easy– total bonus!

  70. Jo Hise says:

    Great looking patterns, I would love the chance to sew them up.

  71. Liz G. says:

    Snazzy Slouch!!!

  72. Each one of these bags are super! Thank you for the opportunity to win! Have a wonderful creative day.
    [email protected]

  73. Dawn Jones says:

    So many great patterns, it’s hard to choose. I guess I choose the gizmo Garage.

  74. ybat says:

    I really like the Snazzy Slouch.

  75. Fiona says:

    Serendipity Hip 🙂

  76. farmquilter says:

    Love all the pockets in Up Town Girl!!! Thank you 🙂

  77. Amy K. says:

    Penny Inn! Sugar & Spice! Serendipity Hip!! So many cute bags!!!

  78. Belinda S says:

    I love all of Chris’ designs!

  79. Madeleine Gordon says:

    Just about to finish up Bella II. Love all the room and pockets. I’d like to try something smaller.

  80. Cathy King says:

    My fav is the Penny Inn!!

  81. Joyanne says:

    I’d love to make the Lombard Street bag. The Penny Inn and Pick a Pocket were great patterns to follow.

  82. Marie Baldwin says:

    Love her patterns!

  83. Chris Lucas says:

    I’d really love to make the Snazzy Slouch

  84. Betsy n says:

    I love the snazzy slouch, hobo bags just make me happy.

  85. Nicole w says:

    Uptown girl!

  86. Chris says:

    I think Uptown Girl or Penny Inn would be great.

  87. Peggy Welchert says:

    I saw a wallet today like the Penny Inn. I really liked the size and look.

  88. An smets says:

    I would go for Evelynn

  89. Andrea McClare says:

    Another great pattern designer!!!

  90. Deana W. says:

    I love the snazzy slouch tote and the Bella 11. Gorgeous designs!!!

  91. Jillian says:

    The Bella II and the Penny Inn arw on my wish list. Would love to make all her bags!

  92. Lesley says:

    All of Chris’ patterns are awesome, i could always use some more 🙂

  93. saselven says:

    The Bella II is the girl for me… can’t wait to give her a go…

  94. Carole says:

    Have only made one bag so far and that was the Sugar and Spice. Gave it to my daughter for her birthday, someone saw it and they want me to make them one !!!

  95. I love the Snazzy Slouch!

  96. Joyce says:

    I really like the Chris W patterns. Very well written! I have a few on my wish list! Crossing fingers for a win!

  97. Tina says:

    I love chris w patterns. it would be ausome to win!

  98. Noor says:

    So many great patterns, but I think the Sugar and spice is my favorite!

  99. Fran Bott says:

    Love Chris’ patterns. Can afford them once in a while and when I do I just love making them.

  100. Susan says:

    Love,love,love the Snazzy Slouch

  101. Jennifer says:

    Love the penny inn!!!!

  102. djwiginton says:

    So many amazing patterns….. where to start.!

  103. Jo ONeill says:

    nothing better than a new bag to create

  104. susanh says:

    Penny Inn looks like the perfect short trip bag. Great style!

  105. Jo R says:

    I really want to try the penny inn

  106. Heather says:

    I want to make the Sugar and Spice next!

  107. I’m a huge fan of Chris and her patterns. Cute and practical and pretty.

  108. tina says:

    I really like the penny inn. I have never made a clutch so it would be fun to try.

  109. Jana says:

    I love all Christine’s patterns! I would like to try one of hers backpacks 🙂

  110. Cathie Golding says:

    I actually like every single design. Intriguing to see the designs and how they would all look so different just changing the fabric choices.

  111. Dimity says:

    I like the bella

  112. Martha says:

    I love them all but I’m thinking the Bella II might be my next favorite!!

  113. Beverly says:

    I like the Snazzy Slouch and the Uptown Bag, but I also the Lombard Street bag and the Evelyn bag. Lots of cute choices!

  114. Kari P says:

    I like the Penny Inn clutch — so creative!

  115. Amber! says:

    Uptown Girl, for sure!

  116. Jen says:

    I love the Evelyn, so much style.

  117. Lisa McIsaac says:

    I like the epiphany bag.

  118. Sara W. says:

    I love the new Bella. I would love to get my hands on it!

  119. Eileen says:

    Compartments! Pockets! Compartments! The new Bella! Compartments! That wallet! COMPARTMENTS!!!! So many bag patterns don’t have compartments! 😀 Would love all of these – because COMPARTMENTS!

  120. Janna says:

    I love the Uptown Girl.

  121. buntyw says:

    I like the Bella

  122. Monica G says:

    I absolutely love all the patterns I purchased from Christine so far. They are so easy to follow and I had a lot of fun! I liked the Gizmo bag, but would love to make new version of Bella!

  123. Linda Chretien says:

    Wow I love them all

  124. Alys Hay says:

    Who doesn’t love Chris W Designs? They’re great!

  125. MarshaLaw says:

    Bella, Bella, Bella! I actually love Sugar and Spice more, but I already own that one. I want to try Bella. She’s so pretty.

  126. corinandali says:

    I like lots of them but the Snazzy Slouch would be a great everyday bag.

  127. Terrie Blackett says:

    I love all these bags ;0) would love any of these bags!

  128. Alicia Key says:

    ALL good patterns!

  129. Robin Gandy Harsh says:

    I’m completely in love with the Bella II and already have it on my wish list!

  130. Courtney says:

    I love Bella II and the shape of the top

  131. Amy Cavanagh says:

    Snazzy slouch would be ideal 🙂

  132. Lisa E says:

    I love the Gadget Garage. Thanks!

  133. Jean P. says:

    I am loving the Bella 2

  134. Kate Buchanan says:

    Great purses – I think the Uptown Girl could be my workday wonder!

  135. Linda Webster says:

    I love the Evelyn bag. I can get everything in this bag!

  136. Donna A says:

    I like the Bella II best.

  137. Elizabeth Rosario says:

    I like the Epiphany. I think that it might have to be my first selfish sew handbag.

  138. Madge Mason says:

    Getting ready to start the Serendipity, and Cannot wait to make Bella II! Love YOUR patterns!!

  139. Love the Snazzy Slouch bag, it’s so cute!

  140. Rebecca says:

    Love their pattern selection!!

  141. Claire Sutherland says:

    I am loving the sugar and spice bag. X

  142. green231 says:

    i love the sugar and spice.

  143. Bekk says:

    I like evelyn and the penny inn.

  144. Melanie C says:

    Love the Snazzy Slouch!

  145. I love the Penny Inn it’s a nice challenge.

  146. diane beavers says:

    The Gizmo Garage.
    Not too big but it looks like it could hang onto my small frame w/breaking it>

  147. syltoy68 says:

    My favorite isPenny Inn wallet and I’ve learned the most complicated so, I know the rest I’ll be a piece a cake! Love the bags I’ve seen and patterns I’ve purchased.

  148. Gina S. says:

    Sugar and Spice is my all time favorite!

  149. Judith Smith says:

    My favorite is the Sugar and Spice. Second would be the Penny Inn

  150. Janet Cain says:

    I have several but really love the look oh Evelyn and Emma

  151. I would like to make the Penny Inn pattern, it looks like a challenge without being unachievable. It would be hard to pick the other 3 from all these lovely patterns but I’d give it a red hot go!

  152. Beth Pavolini says:

    Luv the Bella and excited to make Bella II

  153. Luv Chris’ Patterns Designs – such attention to detail….I think the next one I would like to try is the Sugar and Spice bag!

  154. Snow says:

    I love the shape of the Sugar and Spice bag.

  155. Kathie Craig says:

    My favorite is The Penny Inn. I really need a new wallet!!

  156. I really like sugar and spice.

  157. Holly D says:

    I like Serendipity Hip.

  158. Carla G says:

    I like the Lombard Street Bag! 🙂

  159. Tina Jeo says:

    I can’t decide between the Penny Inn and the Uptown Girl!

  160. Angelina Umemoto says:

    Love all her patterns! I have so many to do!

  161. Crystal D says:

    Stow It All Tote!

  162. Francine Cormier says:

    I live the snazzy slouch.

  163. Marg says:

    Love this bag would be great to try

  164. Carmen N says:

    The Epiphany Bag!

  165. Maggie says:

    I think I really like that Gizmo Bag!

  166. I would love to have the Penny Inn!

  167. Dana Cargill says:

    I love them all but the slouch bag is my fav!

  168. James says:

    Awesome shapes and designs

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