This is the second large Companion Carpet Bag I’ve made and I still love this pattern! It sews up quite quickly, but the finished result is an impressive one. The defining feature of this bag is its unique metal frame. The foam stabilizer (I used Pellon Flex-Foam) supports the weight of the frame nicely.

Don’t let the frame scare you though! It’s easier than it looks, and I’ve even made a quick video showing you how.

I’ve mentioned before that I like to check out thrift stores for the perfect purse parts, and this bag was a result of a lucky find. I happened upon a bag in really good condition with these gorgeous handles. The bag wasn’t my style, but the handles caught my eye.I was also able to rip-stitch the strapping on the bag for enough material to create my own connectors. 

For this bag I chose Tula Pink, Elizabeth, from Fabric Spark and Tangled Blossoms Design on Etsy, both great Canadian shops. The frame came from Emmaline Bags, another wonderful Canadian shop. Or check out Bobbin Girl if you’re in the UK. 

You can get the pattern for the Companion Carpet Bag from Sewing Patterns by Mrs. H here.