tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post2891726147820381266..comments2023-10-26T03:44:24.411-07:00Comments on Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shop: Knit a Starbella HandbagBen Franklin Crafts and Frame Shophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04145213104913791714noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-76646010525490256232014-10-09T05:18:15.187-07:002014-10-09T05:18:15.187-07:00Absolutely love this pattern, but as the scarf yar...Absolutely love this pattern, but as the scarf yarn is a tad expensive, I've been using a toning chunky yarn for the body of the bag (after the ruffles) which makes them a lot less expensive to make for my charity projects. Although I do use the scarf yarn all the way through if making presents for friends and family!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-14513608645305210822013-09-18T12:37:19.683-07:002013-09-18T12:37:19.683-07:00The only video we have for the handbag is the one ...The only video we have for the handbag is the one in the post. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Milly at (253) 862-6822. Thank you!Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04145213104913791714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-27863399974983561442013-09-18T12:34:57.263-07:002013-09-18T12:34:57.263-07:00 Is there a video for the shaping of the bottom of... Is there a video for the shaping of the bottom of the bag? Thanks! KristenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-50915954097021356742013-05-10T12:24:04.972-07:002013-05-10T12:24:04.972-07:00The bag itself measures 8" x 8" x 1"...The bag itself measures 8" x 8" x 1" and then the handles can be at whatever length you desire.Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04145213104913791714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-2790207982726458552013-04-11T20:43:47.443-07:002013-04-11T20:43:47.443-07:00are there any measurements? did I just overlook th...are there any measurements? did I just overlook them? sorry and thanksAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-82926096762155026342013-04-03T04:28:23.468-07:002013-04-03T04:28:23.468-07:00Oh, thank you soooooooooooooooo much for coming up...Oh, thank you soooooooooooooooo much for coming up with new patterns. I will stay tuned for ALL upcoming patterns. Milly is the greatest!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-18642581953278795632013-04-02T19:09:30.979-07:002013-04-02T19:09:30.979-07:00I apologize. I meant the side seam, not the bottom...I apologize. I meant the side seam, not the bottom. Thank you again for taking the time to answer my questions.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-42935834347398202602013-04-02T16:58:57.516-07:002013-04-02T16:58:57.516-07:00Yes, Milly said she could definitely do a pillow p...Yes, Milly said she could definitely do a pillow pattern and will see about a clutch purse pattern in the future. Thank you for your suggestions!Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04145213104913791714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-15432469097284970392013-04-02T16:47:53.287-07:002013-04-02T16:47:53.287-07:00Love this purse pattern but would also like to see...Love this purse pattern but would also like to see more detailed steps as to the working of the bind off.<br /><br />Any ideas for pillows and possibly a clutch purse pattern for eveing wear in the near future? Would love to have something like this for Christmas.<br />Thank you again for this great pattern.<br />AdrienneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-38051456158811424992013-04-01T10:07:42.294-07:002013-04-01T10:07:42.294-07:00You can watch Milly's Cast Off video on our Yo...You can watch Milly's Cast Off video on our YouTube channel to bind off. You can also sew the ends together, squaring the ends together.Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04145213104913791714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-28265366364712883092013-03-30T22:21:20.356-07:002013-03-30T22:21:20.356-07:00I am new to the knitting world. I understood every...I am new to the knitting world. I understood everything in your video until the end where you didn't show the bind off. I ended up with an open seam am I supposed to sew it closed on the side. Sorry if this is a silly question, but I was left perplexed. Many thanks for this lovely pattern. Take good care.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-90883183100150513422013-03-28T14:36:08.204-07:002013-03-28T14:36:08.204-07:00We don't think you are doing anything wrong. S...We don't think you are doing anything wrong. Some people have been able to make the purse just out of one skein, but most need two. We have edited the instructions to state 2 skeins are needed for the purse.Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04145213104913791714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-52508014745061044272013-03-27T17:27:49.941-07:002013-03-27T17:27:49.941-07:00What did I do wrong? One ball is not enough for me...What did I do wrong? One ball is not enough for me to finish the bag.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-40756646763800329912013-02-04T11:30:22.656-08:002013-02-04T11:30:22.656-08:00Use fabric and firm interfacing to sew to shape. Y...Use fabric and firm interfacing to sew to shape. You can add plastic to hold the shape of the bag.Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04145213104913791714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-3833816966016903882013-02-03T20:25:15.498-08:002013-02-03T20:25:15.498-08:00How do you do the lining?
Thanks....RobinHow do you do the lining? <br />Thanks....RobinAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-57858236566923271372013-01-04T15:57:07.234-08:002013-01-04T15:57:07.234-08:00Hi Patti! Yes, that is correct. Once you have the ...Hi Patti! Yes, that is correct. Once you have the purse done, you will turn the ruffles to the outside.Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04145213104913791714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-14800034172825189072012-12-30T12:44:11.589-08:002012-12-30T12:44:11.589-08:00It appears that the purl side is the side with the...It appears that the purl side is the side with the ruffle. Knit side is on the inside of the purse. Is this correct? Appreciate hearing an answer....Thanks & Happy New Year......PattiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1391343714540033016.post-84896864540186836762012-07-27T10:18:04.694-07:002012-07-27T10:18:04.694-07:00Thanks for the informative tutorial videos you do....Thanks for the informative tutorial videos you do. Love to watch and learn.<br />Loved learning a new project with this great new ruffle yarn. Am out to buy the yarn now.<br />THXS RLAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com