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Coming soon… Date Night!

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Erin Erickson | 145 Comments

Date Night will be available later this week! I’ll be back with a full description of the bag soon.
I’m headed out for a photo shoot, but before I go I thought I’d post a little giveaway!

BlogGiveaway

If you’d like to win a copy of the pattern, leave a comment below!
If you follow me on Instagram, comment there and tag a friend and you could both be winners. :)

Winners are Kelli M and Judy W! Ladies, you’ve been emailed! We had so many comments I chose 2 winners here and 2 on IG. Thanks to everyone for entering! Date Night is now available!

For those of you who’ve asked: You will need 2/3 yard for the exterior, 2/3 yard for the lining, 3 yards of woven fusible interfacing, a 18″ x 58″ package of foam batting like Soft and Stable or Bosal In-R-Form, and one 14″ or longer nylon long-pull purse zipper. I used a 16″ zip, and you can use a double-pull zip if you’d like! Watch my video to see how to make your own!

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Comments (145)

Comments

  1. Jeanmarie says:
    July 1, 2014 at 5:52 PM

    I would love a chance to win the pattern! Thanks for the opportunity :-)

  2. Michelle says:
    July 1, 2014 at 5:57 PM

    I’ve been dying for this pattern! Would love to win it!!!

  3. Caz Newton says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:00 PM

    Another beautiful bag!! Sad that I wasn’t available to help testing this time but the photos so far have been great. If I don’t win, I will definitely be buying a copy of the pattern
    Great Job Erin
    xxxxxx

  4. Dawn B says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:00 PM

    This looks like the perfect bag for me, can’t wait for the release :) Thanks for this giveaway!

  5. Denise says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:03 PM

    Love this bag – thanks for the giveaway!

  6. Liz says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:03 PM

    Wanting to make a new purse for days when I don’t want to carry my small Day Tripper. Looking forward to this pattern so I can get started.

  7. Stephanie says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:12 PM

    This pattern has come at exactly the right time. Been looking for a little bag like this and will so be making it.

    Steff

  8. Elizabeth says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:12 PM

    This is such a pretty bag. Think I would need to make more than one lol

  9. Caroline Bedard says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:21 PM

    Congratulations on another lovely bag design! You put so much into your product development, and it really shows in the quality of the instructions and the finished bag.

  10. Yvette says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:24 PM

    Yay! Can’t wait to try it!

  11. Norma says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:27 PM

    I will love to win a copy of the pattern. Thanks for the giveaway!!

  12. Rebecca Jones says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:28 PM

    This bag is awesome!

  13. Carrie Ford says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:34 PM

    I love your patterns. I have quite a few patterns I’ve collected and made. Your’s are the best!

  14. Carolyn says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:37 PM

    I missed out on the testing call but have no doubt this will be another one of your fabulous bags. I have made 36 of the Two Zip Hipster and 6 of the Daytripper. Can you tell I love your patterns?

  15. Stacy T says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:39 PM

    Baby girl says pick mommy….lol!!! (She just kicked me to prove that’s what she said)

    Can’t wait either way!!!!!!

  16. Lisa says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:42 PM

    Great little purse!!!

  17. Meagan says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:43 PM

    Love your patterns and so glad you’ve got another one! Thank you for the chance to win!

  18. Janina says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:47 PM

    I’d love a copy–this is the perfect size purse for me!

  19. Linda Hagen says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:52 PM

    I am really looking forward to making this bag. Your patterns are terrific, and this one looks to be the same.

  20. Dyan says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:54 PM

    Love all your patterns. This would make my collection complete. :)

  21. Cherie says:
    July 1, 2014 at 6:57 PM

    Another terrific style and pattern! It would be great to win a copy, and even better when I make one of these bags for myself! :-) (Very nice work, Erin. As always!)

  22. Bree says:
    July 1, 2014 at 7:03 PM

    Love this!

  23. Deanna says:
    July 1, 2014 at 7:09 PM

    Love your patterns!

  24. Sue says:
    July 1, 2014 at 7:09 PM

    I have been faithfully watching you develop this pattern and would love to win it! I can’t wait to make it!!!!!

  25. Luci Florey says:
    July 1, 2014 at 7:10 PM

    OOOH, Erin! I would love to win your latest pattern! I just finished stitching my second Bigger on the inside backpack! I need a new project and this purse is just my style! Thanks for the opportunity to win! ~~Luci~~

  26. Jennifer says:
    July 1, 2014 at 7:10 PM

    Beautiful bag and great choice of fabric combination. I cannot wait to purchase this pattern and make.

    Thank you for sharing your crafty goodness.

  27. Shirley U. says:
    July 1, 2014 at 7:41 PM

    Awesome! Can’take wait to get the pattern and make one for myself!

  28. Judy Weiss says:
    July 1, 2014 at 7:47 PM

    This one definitely has my name on it. It is calling me to come on vacation with us, so I better buy or win the pattern soon! Thanks much! Judy

  29. Kimberly Locke says:
    July 1, 2014 at 7:54 PM

    This is exactly what I am looking for!

  30. lynn yost says:
    July 1, 2014 at 7:57 PM

    You have the most amazing patterns! It would be such a privilege to win this pattern. Thanks for the chance.

  31. Cynthia Prater says:
    July 1, 2014 at 8:07 PM

    Love this bag and the fabric. This will be an awesome pattern.

  32. Grandma G says:
    July 1, 2014 at 8:17 PM

    No doubt another fantastic pattern… which I no doubt must have!

  33. Sharon says:
    July 1, 2014 at 8:29 PM

    I love the shape of the bag. Thanks for the opportunity to win a pattern.

  34. Tatiana says:
    July 1, 2014 at 8:59 PM

    Nice bag, thanks for the giveway!

  35. Diane says:
    July 1, 2014 at 9:03 PM

    This bag is just my style. Looking forward to seeing more about it and the pattern! Thanks for the chance to win.

  36. Merrill P says:
    July 1, 2014 at 9:14 PM

    This bag is just too stinking cute! I will have to make one. Then i guess i will need a date.

  37. Becky says:
    July 1, 2014 at 9:21 PM

    Thanks for this giveaway, Erin! Love your patterns and send people your way every chance I get :)

  38. Karen says:
    July 1, 2014 at 10:08 PM

    I can’t wait to make one in Star Wars fabric!

  39. Lynne Tilley says:
    July 1, 2014 at 10:18 PM

    Love this bag!

  40. Ginger says:
    July 1, 2014 at 10:18 PM

    I would love to win. Thanks for the giveaway.

  41. Cindy Keery says:
    July 1, 2014 at 10:36 PM

    I can’t wait to make this!

  42. Shelley S. Fields says:
    July 1, 2014 at 10:50 PM

    I would love a chance to win this bag. Thank you Erin! If I’m not the lucky winner, I’ll be purchasing it. Either way…I’m getting this bag! ha ha

  43. Cath says:
    July 1, 2014 at 10:53 PM

    Great pattern Erin – thanks for the chance to win!

  44. YC says:
    July 2, 2014 at 12:22 AM

    Yay, can’t wait!

  45. Betsy N says:
    July 2, 2014 at 1:08 AM

    I’m excited about this pattern. It looks like the perfect size for summer!

  46. Mery says:
    July 2, 2014 at 1:45 AM

    Erin the bag looks beautiful!! Thanks for the giveaway!

  47. Audrey says:
    July 2, 2014 at 2:09 AM

    Everyone will ask me where I got such a perfect bag! Your designs are fun and I learn so much from your instructions. Thanks much!

  48. Lz schaffner says:
    July 2, 2014 at 2:21 AM

    Count me in…love the bag !!!

  49. Jacelle says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:40 AM

    I love your work!! Can’t wait to make this bag. I won’t need a date myself but could give to my daughter!

  50. Accordion3 says:
    July 2, 2014 at 5:03 AM

    Beautiful and highly desirable.

  51. Nanc says:
    July 2, 2014 at 5:54 AM

    Love this purse and can’t wait to have a copy of the pattern! The amount of time, work & effort you put into your patterns is very much appreciated and show in the quality of the patterns! Thanks so much!

  52. Liz A says:
    July 2, 2014 at 6:32 AM

    Looks like a great pattern. I’m putting it on my wishlist.

  53. Becca NcNamee says:
    July 2, 2014 at 7:49 AM

    Love your patterns!! They are the only ones I can sew that actually turn out right!!

    • JulieCC says:
      July 2, 2014 at 3:38 PM

      Me too! I get soooo frustrated when I use other people’s patterns (99% free – I pretty much don’t buy any other than Erin’s, though) or tutorials. There are never enough photographs, or the instructions are very confusing, or they leave out things like seam allowances, or trimming seams, whatever. Every time I want to cuss and say, “I wish this was Erin’s! :-)

  54. Joyce Loomis says:
    July 2, 2014 at 7:58 AM

    I have recently discovered your website and have been so impressed with your patterns and tutorials. Thanks so much for getting back into sewing, my journey is just beginning!!

  55. Michelle Crawford says:
    July 2, 2014 at 8:03 AM

    Such a cute bag! I need to make one in every color under the rainbow. :)

  56. Annie Dee says:
    July 2, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    Love this pattern and that fabric. Thanks!

  57. Barbara Davie says:
    July 2, 2014 at 8:14 AM

    Woo hoo! I’m going to make this bag. For my daughter. I sent her the photos and she said ‘Perfect’. I have the sewing machine, just hope I have the skills to make such a ‘perfect’ bag. However, somewhere I read that your patterns are very detailed and there are videos.

    • JulieCC says:
      July 2, 2014 at 3:36 PM

      Barbara – Erin’s patterns are so, SEW easy to follow and make. Not to say I don’t have to pick seams out now and then…but not her fault, mine for not reading correctly. ;-) I used to be afraid of zippers, but not now after making several of Erin’s patterns/tutorials!

  58. Kristina says:
    July 2, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    Can’t wait to get this pattern. I have been wanting to make a bag with a strap/zipper like this, but was kind of stumped on the construction. Thanks for doing the work for me!

  59. Laura Shears says:
    July 2, 2014 at 8:23 AM

    Love love love it! Hope to win!

  60. Vickie Farrall says:
    July 2, 2014 at 9:10 AM

    Oh my oh my what a wonderful little bag!!

    Now all I need is a date!

  61. Jill says:
    July 2, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    I love all your bag patterns!! I would love to be a tester for u. And I would live a chance to win this pattern!

  62. Terry D says:
    July 2, 2014 at 9:51 AM

    I LOVE this bag. Would love to win a pattern. Thank you so much!

  63. kathyh says:
    July 2, 2014 at 9:55 AM

    I like the size of this purse.
    Thanks for the giveaway!

  64. Christine says:
    July 2, 2014 at 10:07 AM

    This bag looks amazing! I love the fabric you chose for all your samples of it. I’d love to win this pattern. Thank you for giving away some copies.

  65. Kelli M says:
    July 2, 2014 at 10:20 AM

    Hot Dog! I’ve been waiting for this! I’ve got the date, now I just need the bag! Thank you, Erin, for your fabulous patterns!

  66. Lucy Procter says:
    July 2, 2014 at 10:24 AM

    Love all your patterns and win one would fab!

  67. Donna Aten says:
    July 2, 2014 at 11:09 AM

    Me, please!

  68. Cathie Horne says:
    July 2, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    I just received my new sewing machine by courier this morning and my computer has lots of ink (especially blue) so I AM READY!

  69. Kristi Petersen says:
    July 2, 2014 at 12:55 PM

    this bag is terribly cute! i would love to have the chance to whip one up! :)

  70. Sandy says:
    July 2, 2014 at 1:31 PM

    My daughters and I, and now my sister and my niece, have made various bags from your patterns, and we all love them! So looking forward to this pattern!!

  71. Lora says:
    July 2, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    I love your patterns! Let me be a winner!!! :)

  72. mary says:
    July 2, 2014 at 2:43 PM

    Love the IG photo shoot pictures! Would love a copy of the pattern too and will then definitely have a date night!

  73. Sally K says:
    July 2, 2014 at 3:12 PM

    I have just recently found out about your patterns. They are awesome! Can’t wait for Date Night!

  74. Josie says:
    July 2, 2014 at 3:15 PM

    Love this one! Your designs are fabulous.

  75. Joan says:
    July 2, 2014 at 3:19 PM

    Really cute would love to win pattern!

  76. Jen says:
    July 2, 2014 at 3:38 PM

    I love your bags. Adorable, functional and beyond professional! Another homerun!

  77. JulieCC says:
    July 2, 2014 at 3:40 PM

    You strike again with another great hit! :-)

    Time to go order more zippers at ZipIt!!

  78. Pat says:
    July 2, 2014 at 3:40 PM

    Thanks so much for all of your patterns. They are the best. I know I’ll love this one, too.

  79. Janet Ann says:
    July 2, 2014 at 3:42 PM

    Love the bag! and the opportunity to win … already know what fabric to use!!

  80. Bobbie H says:
    July 2, 2014 at 3:50 PM

    Cute!! would love to win, thanks!

  81. Loony lady says:
    July 2, 2014 at 3:58 PM

    Have enjoyed making your patterns! Eager to try the newest one!

  82. Linda Z says:
    July 2, 2014 at 3:59 PM

    I love the pattern. My favorite, single strap and single pocket on the outside. I really like the fabric also. Thanks for the chance.

  83. RoseyToesSews says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:04 PM

    What a cute bag! Of course I’d love to win a pattern :-) Thanks for the chance to try. :-) xx

  84. Ann F says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:08 PM

    This bag is awesomely beautiful! I LOVE all the pics!

  85. Apryl says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:09 PM

    I would love to win this cute pattern!

  86. Lorrie says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:10 PM

    I have made bags from two of your patterns, and by far your instructions/photos are the most comprehensive and easiest to follow of any other patternmakers – success is guaranteed! This looks like another I could make, too. Thanks for all your work.

  87. glenda Caldwell says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:14 PM

    Too cute.

    Perfect size

  88. Shawn Wise says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:18 PM

    I have been looking for a pattern just like this one, and I know the design will be spot on with easy instructions. I would absolutely love to win the pattern!

  89. Monica Klemm says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:34 PM

    Love love love it. Hope it’s me!!

  90. Emmy Amores says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:34 PM

    Love your patterns. This will be another hit.

  91. Sharee says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:34 PM

    I love your patterns with the thorough instructions and loads of photos. The new bag looks wonderful and I’d love to make it!

  92. Katie Dumont says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:36 PM

    Love the look of this bag, would love to make one when it’s released, would be even better to get the pattern for free!

  93. Margreta says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:42 PM

    Pick me! Pick me! All of what you’ve done so far is great. I don’t know that I want this bag for myself but know others who would enjoy it as a gift.

  94. Lisa E says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:43 PM

    Another beautiful bag. Congrats on another pattern.

  95. Josseline says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:53 PM

    Thank you for the giveaway!
    Oh la la what a nice bag!!!
    Hope to win a copy of the pattern.
    Au Revoir
    Jossi

  96. Kristi says:
    July 2, 2014 at 4:55 PM

    I would love to win the pattern. Thanks for the chance! It looks like it will sell well!!

  97. Ava says:
    July 2, 2014 at 5:27 PM

    I love, love, love your patterns. I have several of them. I always get tons of compliments on the items I make with them. You rock!

  98. Mariah says:
    July 2, 2014 at 5:29 PM

    I’m so excited about this bag! Can’t wait to make some for myself and as gifts for friends. I get so many compliments on your bags – people think I’m this awesome sewer, and I tell them “It’s not me – it’s the patterns!”

    • JulieCC says:
      July 3, 2014 at 3:22 PM

      That’s pretty much what I say, too! I need Erin’s cards to hand out. I need to get one of the shirts with the website on it! :-)

  99. Hilary says:
    July 2, 2014 at 5:31 PM

    Great bag – just what I needed for my last outing.

  100. Lisa Reyes says:
    July 2, 2014 at 5:34 PM

    Great pattern cant wait to try it!

  101. Wendy B says:
    July 2, 2014 at 5:42 PM

    Nice slim purse pattern. Would like to try it

  102. Barbara Fetsch says:
    July 2, 2014 at 5:43 PM

    Another wonderful bag! Can’t wait to make it!

  103. Ashley says:
    July 2, 2014 at 6:19 PM

    Beautiful looking … Wish I could a free pattern

  104. Amanda says:
    July 2, 2014 at 6:23 PM

    Love the look of this purse! Can’t wait!

  105. Lin Mee says:
    July 2, 2014 at 6:24 PM

    I would love to win this pattern. I have enjoyed making every pattern I have purchased from you.

  106. Molly B. says:
    July 2, 2014 at 6:27 PM

    Love, Love, Love this bag!! Can not wait to make it!!!

  107. Sharleen says:
    July 2, 2014 at 6:39 PM

    Looks wonderful. Would love to win !

  108. Betsy Rogusta says:
    July 2, 2014 at 6:55 PM

    Hi Erin!
    Love your patterns, made a few of them.

    Betsy

  109. Susan T says:
    July 2, 2014 at 7:38 PM

    I love your patterns. I can’t wait for the big unveil.

  110. peggy hendrick says:
    July 2, 2014 at 7:46 PM

    I love your patterns…I have tried several other “brands” and designers and just get frustrated.
    I have several of your patterns and have made quite a few bags from each…very well written and concise…love it that you have a new one out…thanks.

    • JulieCC says:
      July 3, 2014 at 3:24 PM

      Peggy, the same thing always happens to me! If I have a gift giving occasion, I send the Erin’s pattern page to the person and tell them to take their pick and give me fabric ideas. I don’t even send them elsewhere since I have no guarantee of success!

      Instead of Erin’s “No, I won’t hem your pants!” shirt/sticker, I need one that reads, “No, I will not make anything unless Erin is the designer!’ LOL

  111. Kerynne L says:
    July 2, 2014 at 8:30 PM

    This looks like another great pattern. I am so happy I bought the hipster and the essential wristlet patterns and completed the neat n tidy zipper pouch tutorial. Your patterns are so easy to follow and I have made several of them to give to my children’s teachers as end of the year gifts. Thanks for all the hard work!

  112. Kelly Aubert says:
    July 2, 2014 at 8:45 PM

    Your bag is adorable!!!

  113. Kathi Springmeier says:
    July 2, 2014 at 8:46 PM

    I’ve bought several,of your PDF patterns, can’t wait to see this one! Looks great!

  114. Becky King says:
    July 2, 2014 at 10:01 PM

    Pick me! Pick me! Pick me! I love this design! You are very talented!

  115. Debrah says:
    July 2, 2014 at 10:38 PM

    I would love to win this pattern! I have some awesome fabric I’ve been holding onto for the perfect project that I think would work great for this! *crosses fingers*

  116. Linda Sammeli says:
    July 2, 2014 at 10:52 PM

    I LOVE LOVE LOVE your designs! Yay for Date Night!

  117. Kathy Stewart says:
    July 2, 2014 at 10:59 PM

    Such a cute bag! Thanks for the chance to win the pattern!

  118. Katia says:
    July 2, 2014 at 11:01 PM

    I really love that bag! Thanks for the opportunity to win.

  119. Cindy Dahlgren says:
    July 2, 2014 at 11:46 PM

    Love this bag! Hope you have a great photo shoot.

  120. Judy Johnson says:
    July 3, 2014 at 12:27 AM

    What a fun purse pattern! I’d love to try this one.

  121. Jessy Minney says:
    July 3, 2014 at 2:11 AM

    Can’t wait to make this pattern. I’ve been stash building all week while I’ve been home and I’ve got several fabrics I think would be PERFECT for this purse.

  122. Donna says:
    July 3, 2014 at 2:55 AM

    Love the bag, cant wait to do this! :)

  123. Isabella Golightly says:
    July 3, 2014 at 5:53 AM

    I can’t wait to see how you did those handles, they look fabulous!

  124. Justine Malinski says:
    July 3, 2014 at 6:35 AM

    the bag looks great, thanks for the chance to win!

  125. Joanne Kamper says:
    July 3, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    I love this bag. I had a similar one that was a Vera & I got stolen! Can’t wait for this pattern.

  126. Nik says:
    July 3, 2014 at 8:08 AM

    Fabulous looking bag, Fingers crossed for the draw, you’re a very talented lady xxx

  127. Kathy says:
    July 3, 2014 at 8:43 AM

    I love ur stuff!!! I have made a few things of your and the directions are awesome and wasy to follow. I would love to win this and make a few early xmas gifts .
    Thank you Kathy

  128. Martha says:
    July 3, 2014 at 8:54 AM

    This looks like a great bag!

  129. Elizabeth says:
    July 3, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    looks like the perfect size bag! thanks for the fabric info too!

  130. Gill says:
    July 3, 2014 at 10:12 AM

    I’d love to try this pattern!

  131. Lorena says:
    July 3, 2014 at 5:01 PM

    It is a lovely bag, just the perfect size

  132. Jenn says:
    July 3, 2014 at 8:20 PM

    I looooove this!

    I have used a handful of different patterns, but yours are by far my favorite! Well written and details (plus. I love the pics!!)
    Can’t wait to give this one a whirl!

  133. Kathy K. says:
    July 3, 2014 at 9:30 PM

    Would love to win this pattern…..this bag is too cool!!

  134. Evelyn says:
    July 4, 2014 at 4:21 AM

    Love the bag, already have the soft n stable, so I am ready to make one!

  135. Helen says:
    July 4, 2014 at 4:56 AM

    I’ve loved watching you create this pattern, and I’ve even found soft and stable in the UK now too. Looking forward to making this bag, thanks Erin.

  136. Pat Welker says:
    July 4, 2014 at 6:00 AM

    Love Love your patterns!!
    I have material ready and now just need to win the pattern.
    Thanks
    Pat

  137. Rebecca says:
    July 4, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    This looks like perhaps just the ticket to replace my wearing-out every day bag! I’m looking forward to seeing details of this pattern, whether it’s because I won it or not. :-)

  138. Philine Tempelmann says:
    July 4, 2014 at 3:07 PM

    Hallo Erin, ich habe einen ganz tollen Stoff mit Mopsmotiven gekauft, der sehnsüchtig darauf wartet, eine Date Night zu werden!
    Schöne Grüße aus Germay
    Philine

  139. Santana says:
    July 4, 2014 at 8:17 PM

    Too Cute! If I’m not lucky enough to win it, I’ll have to buy it. Your patterns are the BEST!

  140. Marilyn says:
    July 4, 2014 at 9:12 PM

    Another cute bag. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

  141. Cheryl Keen Doncaster says:
    July 4, 2014 at 9:55 PM

    Just finished the 2 zip hipster. Can’t wait for this one!

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