by pennifold ( edited 02 May 2020 ) 28 Apr 2020

Hi Cuties, I’ve finished the 8 backpacks with this one. So what I’ve decided to do is give the Aqua one to my daughter Dana.

Then for Christmas the backpacks will be - Pink to Jasana, Purple/Aqua to Aqualina, Soft Blue to Ophelie, Yellow to Delphi, Red and Blue to Chase, Orange to Cohen and I will keep the plain blue one for the time being.
So tomorrow I’ll start a Blue with Aqua darker one for Cooper. He originally asked for Aqua, but it was too feminine for him. Thankfully my order of ‘D’ rings arrived yesterday so I’m set. Just to let you know I made a mistake putting on the strap on the right hand side I’ve twisted it!!! So I’ll unpick the top where it’s attached to the ‘D’ ring and re-sew it. Love Chris

1. Front showing zipper pulls - Seahorse
2. Back view
3. Inside of backpack showing it holds a Foolscap binder.

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by crafter2243 Moderator 30 Apr 2020

You always amaze me to get going with your Christmas gifts so early. I am always scrambling the last minute.to get gifts done. Your bags are amazing and look very professional. Your family will be very well provided

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pennifold by pennifold 03 May 2020

Thanks Angie, I appreciate your commenting. Love Chris

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by justsew 30 Apr 2020

I love them they look so professional, they must take a long time to make,and so many of them too.
Hugs Pam

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pennifold by pennifold 30 Apr 2020

Thanks Pam, they take ages!!! There are 11 sections and 5 zips! Not to mention thread! Love Chris

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by blueeyedblonde 30 Apr 2020

Another awesome job!

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pennifold by pennifold 30 Apr 2020

Thanks so much Linda, love Chris

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by Sewmum1 29 Apr 2020

This is just awesome too. You have done an amazing job with all of the backpacks

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pennifold by pennifold 29 Apr 2020

Thanks “Mum”. I try hard. They take a long time to do. I can do one in 2 days now, but I don’t sit at the machine all day. Love Chris

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by UniqueB 29 Apr 2020

Wonderful Job!! They are going to LOVE them and such a sweet memory.

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pennifold by pennifold 29 Apr 2020

Thank you so much l appreciate your comment. Love Chris

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by graceandham 29 Apr 2020

Hi Chris. You've done a super job on these backpacks. You were already going to get one of the Overachiever Awards in the Christmas category...

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pennifold by pennifold 29 Apr 2020

Thanks Betsy, this made me smile! Love Chris

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by marianb 29 Apr 2020

Very nice Chris perfect colours for a young man.

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pennifold by pennifold 29 Apr 2020

Thanks Marian, I agree with you. Love Chris

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by wesihom 29 Apr 2020

WOW.....Perfekt und sehr viel Arbeit, schön!

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pennifold by pennifold 29 Apr 2020

Thanks so much, love Chris

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by bevnorris 29 Apr 2020

Brilliant all of them, Chris!! I agree with toogie, it would be great to send photos of the packs to Sweetpea. They should be showcased!! Congratulations! A sweet job ;-)...

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pennifold by pennifold 29 Apr 2020

Thanks Bev, I have shown them in there. Love Chris

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by toogie 28 Apr 2020

Chris, I was on Sweetpea and there are NONE any prettier than yours. I was thinking you need to submit all you've done, to have them showcased there! I also saw the price of the designs. WOW! no reason you have to make so many to justify the cost. I could only make the 5x7 size so I don't think I'll be making any. Seriously, show SweetPea yours, they are gorgeous!

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pennifold by pennifold 29 Apr 2020

Hi Toogie, I have put up mine each time I’ve made one on Sweetpea.. If you type in my name you will see mine. The nicest ones are by Darina Foots. She’s done 21!!! Thanks for the accolades. Love Chris

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by robertahilde 28 Apr 2020

Absolute perfection !
I am speechless and will comment more as soon as I close my mouth :)!
Hugs

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pennifold by pennifold 29 Apr 2020

Thanks Roberta, I’m sewing a blue/Aqua as I write! Love Chris

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by pennyhal2 28 Apr 2020

All of your backpacks are fabulous! I've certainly enjoyed see all the variety of them. Your skill in choosing fabrics and the perfect embroidery designs is just amazing!

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pennifold by pennifold 28 Apr 2020

Thanks so much Penny, I try! Love Chris

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by sonjapotgieter 28 Apr 2020

Your work on these bags are Stunning!!!!

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pennifold by pennifold 28 Apr 2020

Thanks so much Sonja, great digitising! Love Chris

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by peafarm 28 Apr 2020

Wow, Chris, we can say you are the 'Queen' of back packs now. You can do them in your sleep I'll betcha. Well done!

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pennifold by pennifold 28 Apr 2020

Hi Patti, yes, I can do them so well now. I still did that strap backwards though, so I still make mistakes. I've just resewn it and am happy now. I am going to get some sliders for Jasana's as I don't have any more left!!! I will have to wait till Spotlight gets some more in. Love Chris

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by sewpam 28 Apr 2020

Your backpacks will be great gifts. All of the added little details makes them extra special.

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pennifold by pennifold 28 Apr 2020

Thanks so much Pam, yes, they are cute aren't they? Love Chris

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by dailylaundry 28 Apr 2020

This is perfect! Love the colors and Chase will love it too!! Are you going to be able to wait until Christmas to give these out? I don't think I would be able too - lol! Well done, Chris - great job! Hugs, Laura

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toogie by toogie 28 Apr 2020

I could wait Laura....but could I remember where I hid them! I doubt it...

pennifold by pennifold 28 Apr 2020

Thanks Laura, Ha ha ha! I can keep them till then! Love Chris

To Toogie - I'll keep them in my Christmas cupboard so I'll be able to find them.

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by bemara 28 Apr 2020

Beautiful work....You are such an amazing Grandma, Christmas can come - LOL, hugs Maria

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pennifold by pennifold 28 Apr 2020

Thanks so much Maria, well it's kept me occupied since lock-down! Love Chris

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by toogie 28 Apr 2020

This is perfect for Chase. It reminds me of racing-lol my grandson rates cars. They are so swell 🥰 it makes me wish again for a bigger machine. It design is excellent, too. The kids will all be thrilled come Christmas.

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pennifold by pennifold 28 Apr 2020

Thanks Toogie, I can just imagine his little face when he sees it. He's a mad Spiderman fan and these colours will go well, plus it's the colour of our local Newcastle Rugby team. The team is called The Knights! Love Chris

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