Well, here's the latest Black Sheep Bags design -- the Carroll Bag, named after my Mom. If you remember the pink tank top I designed for Maddie last year, the bag may look familiar. I had to alter the tank top patten a bit, but they are very similar. In fact, when I finished knitting the bag, Maddie asked if she could wear it! I had to explain that the bottom was all closed up because it was a bag, and not another tank top :)
Now I have to write up the pattern, knit another bag in Cascade 220 for the cover photo (and to test the pattern), then I may or may not make a third bag (actually a fourth since bag #1 didn't turn out exactly how I wanted it), after that the pattern goes off to the printer and when it comes back I print and cut the pictures and assemble the patterns. Whew! So even though the design is finished, I'm still several weeks from having a pattern available. I'll keep you posted on the progress!
Very nice, Julie! (And I love the story about Maddie wanting to wear it...how funny!)
Posted by: Jan | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 05:25 PM
I love the bag. Very cool!
I just happened upon your site as I was trying to figure out my member number for the knitting blogs ring.
I noticed that you recently visited the Fold. I think it's fiber heaven!
Posted by: erica | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 06:26 PM
I really like the bag - I think that will be going on my 'must knit' list!
Posted by: Hazel | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 06:34 PM
Love the shape of the bag!
Posted by: Kathy in San Jose | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 06:39 PM
Love it! When I saw the bag, before I started reading the post, I thought that it looks like a tank top! Cute!
Posted by: Jennifer | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 06:45 PM
I love it! It does look a bit like a tank, but I like that. It looks nice and roomy too. A great addition to your collection :)
Posted by: Vicki | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 06:50 PM
That bag reminds me a lot of a Roots tote that I use every day--I believe they call it a tank strap bag.
Your kureyon version is much nicer though. Great work!
Posted by: Steph | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 07:33 PM
Hmm...typepad ate my comment?
I was planning on pulling out my Cascade 220 stash to do my first felted bag. I think I might have to wait for the new pattern, I LOVE it!
Posted by: Liz | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 07:49 PM
Love it! Looking forward to the pattern!
Posted by: Holly | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 07:52 PM
It's a winner! I love how it looks like a tank top. It'll make a wonderful summer bag. Have fun knitting the bag in 220. What color are you going to use???
Posted by: Suzanne | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 07:57 PM
Love the bag, can't wait for the pattern to come out. Keep the great knitting that you do.
Posted by: Pammi | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 08:38 PM
I love it I love it I love it....can't wait to buy the pattern!! Oh good, now I'll be motivated to finish Elizabeth before you get the Carroll pattern ready! Fabulous...you are!!!
Posted by: michele | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 09:21 PM
Just got caught up with the Belle Armoire situation. How perfect that you have a new bag just about ready for publishing. Take that, poopyhead editors!
Posted by: Sharon | Monday, July 18, 2005 at 10:31 PM
Oh it's gorgeous! I have a few bags to make in the coming months and I think this will have to be one of them!
Posted by: Jo | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 04:19 AM
Well if you need any testers.. here I am! lol
Looks lovely!
Posted by: gina | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 07:53 AM
Coming out of the lurking shadows..I read your blog every day without fail! LOVE the new bag! Will defintely be on the order bandwagon! Thanks for all your hard work!
Posted by: delia | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 09:11 AM
A Must knit on my list!!! Its great!
Posted by: dana | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 09:30 AM
I love it. It looks like the perfect knitting/work bag. I can't wait to see more and get the pattern. Another winner!
Posted by: Stephanie | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 09:58 AM
Is the pattern for the pink tank top available anywhere? I have a 4 & 7 year old girls who would love it!
Posted by: Joy | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 10:08 AM
its very cute! summery and delicious!
Posted by: erika | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 12:00 PM
veeeery cute shape. way to go hon.
Posted by: Nik | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 01:16 PM
It does look like a tiny tank top - how cute!
Posted by: Bliss | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 01:27 PM
OOOOOHHH AAAAAAHHHHHHH OHHHHHHHHH!
Me thinks you need a test knitter..heheheh
Must get my hands on this pattern!! Must get pattern.. hehehehh
VERY nice.
VERY VERY VERY nice..
Did I say Very nice?
Posted by: Denise | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 01:43 PM
Nice. Very very nice, J!!
Posted by: Juanita | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 01:50 PM
Sign me UP...can't wait to start knitting....
What a great shape!
Posted by: greta | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 05:14 PM
I can't wait!
Posted by: jillian neary | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 06:28 PM
Beautiful bag!
Posted by: eyeleen | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 06:59 PM
I love the bag!
Posted by: Kristin | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 11:23 PM
Love it!!!!
Posted by: Rachael | Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 11:37 PM
LOVE IT!!!
Posted by: Mel | Wednesday, July 20, 2005 at 07:46 AM
Very cute bag! I love the shape of it.
Posted by: Wanda | Wednesday, July 20, 2005 at 12:52 PM
THAT'S A FAB BAG! I had stopped liking felt bags after seeing so many tired ones. Your bag is fab. The stripe layout is beautiful, mature and easy on the eyes. Can I buy one?
Keep on keeping on!
sb
Posted by: Sahara | Thursday, July 21, 2005 at 08:57 AM
Cute. Kind of looks like a tank top.
Posted by: K. Anne | Monday, August 29, 2005 at 07:10 PM