Isn't she cute? I was given copyright approval a couple of months ago to print Melways Maps onto fabric to make purses etc. This is my first effort. This purse pattern was designed by the talented Nikki . I plan to print some more Street Directory fabric onto A4 Sheets to sell. Stayed tuned for more. If you would like the pattern for this cute little number, you can get it here.
Those are gorgeous! And I have a breeding scrapbag too, perhaps ebay is the answer for me, just don't know if I'm organized enough to get it together.
Posted by: Joan Gorman | March 30, 2009 at 08:25 PM
I love it! Will you take requests for different suburbs!
Posted by: sewhum | March 30, 2009 at 09:34 PM
THis is SO CUTE! Everyone in Melbourne needs one!!!
Posted by: Nikki | March 30, 2009 at 10:26 PM
Yes, I will take orders for different suburbs. I am using a 2001 Melways.
Posted by: Ann Marie Holt | March 30, 2009 at 11:06 PM
Tres Chic - was it difficult to get permission?
Posted by: Gay McDonell | March 31, 2009 at 08:03 AM
what about south australian maps?? any chance i could buy some printed fabric from you? or alternatively - ideas on how to get permission and where you got your fabric printed?
Posted by: Anna | March 31, 2009 at 09:47 AM
What an ingenious idea. Love it. The purses look absolutely great.
Posted by: Tinniegirl | March 31, 2009 at 10:41 AM
What a fantastic idea! I'd love to have a Croydon purse. I've had a Melway obsession since I was a kid so it appeals very much to my map loving nerdiness!
Posted by: Renae | March 31, 2009 at 09:24 PM
Oooh, I love this print. great idea, I look forward to getting my hands on some of your handiwork!
Posted by: MissyP | April 01, 2009 at 01:47 AM
wow - that would be soooo cool - great present idea too!
Posted by: Bronwyn | April 01, 2009 at 04:37 PM
I want this fabric. I need it. I can't live without it. Please put me on your list for when you have some to sell!
Posted by: Troischats | April 02, 2009 at 08:59 AM
I just found you via Nikki's blog and I love your Melways purse. Great idea and very effective.
Posted by: Jacinta | April 02, 2009 at 01:17 PM
What a fantastic idea - so much fun!
Posted by: Hoppo Bumpo | April 02, 2009 at 03:03 PM
This is awesome. We Melbournians have a certain obsession with our Melways... You'll be flogging these for millions!
Posted by: Gina | April 02, 2009 at 08:31 PM
want want want some of that fabric the spit second that is available (if that is OK with you, of course)
Posted by: Jodie | April 02, 2009 at 08:35 PM
Awesome! You are a genius!
Posted by: Jhoanna | April 03, 2009 at 12:07 PM
The map purse is wonderful and functional. Does it come in London? I got so lost there.
Posted by: urban craft | April 18, 2009 at 03:14 AM
Dear Anne Marie
Can you pls contact me - I would love a purse for my homesick daughter in London. Thanks
Annie
Posted by: Annie Duncan | January 30, 2010 at 07:50 PM