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My friend, Jennifer W., has the nickname of “BFF”.  Since I have about 400 friends named Jennifer, the concept of nicknames was so that when I am talking to Matt about one, it was clear which one I was referring to.  I think we were joking one day about being BFF’s, and that we should get matching necklaces, etc, and BFF just stuck.  BFF is a huge Georgia fan.  Probably the biggest one I know of.  (which is good.. cause I don’t want too many of them around, and I happen to really like her)     So I saw this fabric, and thought it would be perfect for her to use as a purse. 

I started with an Amy Butler bag – the Swing Bag (see below).  It turned out great!  But.. I’m a sucker for the boxed edges.  I just love the fuller look it gives the bags, and I’m not one that’s much for pointy edges.  You’ll never see me wearing those high heels or boots that have a point that sticks out 3 feet past the toe.  I would certainly break both ankles.  Not good.  Instead, I wear the stubby toe shoes, like mary janes!  Hence.. my bags have the same look

I also didn’t bother with the sash (big poofy ribbon).  I really thought that it detracted from the bag, and I wanted that pretty fabric to stand out!  The interior is a really pretty coordinating red.  I did the handles reverse of the bag, and wish I had the fabrics stay on their respective side.  All in all a really nice bag that I’d be happy to make again.  Did I mention that it requires ZERO interfacing or stabilizer??  A very rare thing indeed, for an Amy Butler pattern.  I was quite happy with that! 

With the boxed edges, the bag has a really nice depth to it!

I love the way the black zigzag reinforcement looks – I wasn’t sure how it would turn out… but quite nice