Mother's day Diaper Bag and Wrist bag

I got some Alexander Henry fabric, pictured to the left called "Mother's Day". I found this fabric before my oldest son was born and didn't buy any then. . . I decided a few months ago that I had to have it so I started a search and found some. First a piece that was almost a yard and then I found some more actual yardage and got 2 more yards. I love this fabric because intermixed in the floral design are women of different ethnicities in different stages of motherhood from pregnancy to grandmotherhood. To me this fabric is simply beautiful and perfect for a diaper bag, or purse for that matter.
I originally intended to sew another Amy Butler Nappy Bag or a similar style bag with this as the lining fabric but I was having trouble finding the perfect exterior fabric. Meanwhile I have been designing and making crochet purses and other things I started to realize that I could probably make the exterior from crocheted fabric. I searched for a pattern for a bag that I would use and couldn't find one so I decided to make my own design again! I used 9 balls of Lily Sugar N Cream in 8 different colors that pick up the main colors in the fabric. I shaped the bag slightly to give it a little visual interest. Now I just have to design and sew the lining. I'm not exactly sure how to go about this exactly. This will be an experiment. I know the shaping I'll need but am unsure of the interfacing and other elements of construction. I'll post pictures when it's complete but for now this is all I've got! I am so excited about this bag. I cannot wait to proudly carry it when it's finished.

I couldn't hold back from the wrist bag craze. I made my diaper bag a baby! It took a while to figure out how I wanted to shape the handle but I think I finally came up with a design that complements the little bag. Like other wristelet bags I've seen this one is big enough for my wallet, keys and cel along with a few other small items like lipgloss. Now to break out my sewing machine and construct some linings. . . But first a trip to the fabric store!

I finished the lining. It has 2 large pockets on one side for diapers and wipes, and on the other side there are three pockets. Two small ones for sippy cups and a center one for snacks. The main bag compartment holds my sling, change pad and burp rags/ clothing changes and my wrist bag. Even with all of this the bag still remains pretty flat and compact. I love it. It's a great summer diaper bag and with my boys being older I don't need as much room as I once needed in the Nappy Bag. I need some practice with taking pictures of the inside of my projects!