Sewist’s Name: Nancy Wyant-Barr from Robinson, Illinois
Type of Project: Bags
Pattern: Bagstock, Noodlehead, and Lavender & Twine
Featured Date: 01-10-24
Hi, I’m Nancy! I started sewing when I was in 4th grade making clothes for my Trolls and selling them for a quarter. My mother was our family seamstress so I had a great teacher and started making my own clothes when i was in Jr High. So it seems I have sewn all of my life. I bought a nice machine in 2013 with the hopes of quilting and ended up being a bag maker first! I do quilt but bag-making is my love! I have taught many classes in quilt shops and in my home and it is always fun to see people get excited that they can actually make a purse! My goal is always to make it NOT look handmade! I love using quality cork, faux leather and recently even used corduroy (who knew that would have a comeback?)! Here are a few pictures of some of my most recent makes.
Thanks!
Nancy Wyant-Barr
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The handbags are beautiful. Can I purchase them? If so, how?
All the bags are beautiful- but I agree the corduroy one- who knew? The color choices are perfect and the details are great too.
Nancy Zeiman was the absolute best! Also started sewing at a young age. Taught by my Mom. I then taught myself how to machine quilt
Of course having Home Economics in Junior & Senior high school helped. That should be available still. My sons took it in Middle School & we able to teach their children