Sometimes I start with a pattern, but very soon I'm off the rails. Each bag is different. I can make more with less time if I standardized ... right? I have tried, but soon I want to add a pocket here, a re-purposed denim jean pocket there, a zipper pocket, pockets within pockets, a key fob, magnetic snap or not, zipper top or button loop, skinny handles or wide handles ... oh, I just get carried away. The ideas for different bags and wallets flood my mind. Which bag should I start next? Maybe, I should finish the bags waiting to be finished first. Anyway, you get the picture of my process... which means every bag is an adventure.
The same has been true for the name of my bags. Branding is important, right? Picking a name has not been my thing... I'll just stick to the sewing. I sew under the ButtonBag and MelodyBag labels. Sometimes I forget to add label, but the bags are still the most important thing to bring peace to your day, help you organize the things you have to do and places you have to go...your adventure.