Today’s giveaway is from Wanda, the seamstress behind Drawstrings! You may also know Wanda from her blog, Re-inventing Mother. She’s a regular on the Yarn Along as well! Wanda created one of her drawstring bags for me a few weeks ago, and I must say it is the nicest knitting project bag that I own. I reserve it for my most special projects. While I love using mine to hold knitting projects, Drawstrings come in many sizes and have many different uses. I’ll let Wanda introduce herself and tell you all about them!
My name is Wanda Styrsky. I am the mother of four grown daughters and five beautiful grandchildren. Shortly after I married 35 years ago, my husband brought me “home” to Fort Worth, Texas and we have raised our family here . I am a Registered Nurse and Certified Teacher. Two years ago I was “involuntarily” retired. Looking for a way to supplement the household account I turned to what I do best….create!
My oldest daughter and I constructed these drawstring bags years ago for our sock knitting. They are very portable and it is fun to pick out the different fabrics.
Recently I was introduced through the internet to a blogger, Elizabeth DeHority, who is seriously ill. Even in her worst times she continues to serve others. While she cares for her family and suffers through chemo, she knits socks for others and prays with each stitch she makes. I decided I wanted to send her a bag. When it arrived at her house, she was at that moment getting bad news from the Dr. She messaged me that the bag had made a huge difference in how she had accepted the news and she was grateful. Not to mention that for the first time, her knitting was not getting tangled in her purse zipper! She shared the bag on her blog and her Facebook page, and people began asking me for bags!
Out of that gift, I received a gift. Drawstrings was born!
Each bag is a custom order. No two bags are alike. I use the highest quality cotton for the bags and grosgrain ribbon for the ties. If you do not see a bag on the Etsy site that suits you , contact me for a custom design. I will work within your color palette and design to create a bag for you. I have begun posting just fabric combinations in addition to completed bags on the site. In order to keep your bag a truly custom design, I do not purchase large quantities of fabric. Monogramming is also available at an additional charge.
We find different uses for our drawstring bags daily. Of course knitting or any needlework fits in all sizes. The large size has been used for ballet shoes and items for class. One of my daughters uses the large size for shoes in suitcases when traveling. I made medium size bags for two of my grandchildren that go to Bible Study with me. Carrying those large diaper bags was hard for this grandmother! They loved having their names on each one. The laundry size is perfect for camp, toys in the car, quilts to store in the house or car. The jewelry size is perfect for brides and attendants when created in wedding colors. So as you see, the possibilities are endless.
Wanda is offering one winner a small Drawstrings bag. The winner may discuss fabric preferences with Wanda in order to get the perfect custom bag.
For your chance to win, leave a comment on this post. For an additional chance to win, “Like” Drawstrings on Facebook and leave a second comment letting me know you have done so.
In addition Wanda is offering %15 off all orders through May 31st. The coupon code is SMALLTHINGS24.
Comments are closed and the winner is Danna, who commented, “Those are the most BEAUTIFUL bags I’ve ever seen!!”
Thanks, Wanda!
Joelle says
I “liked” Drawstrings on FB.
Joelle says
such pretty bags! i’d be thrilled to get one!
Melissa says
With all the knitting that I do, I don’t have a single project bag. I keep saying that I am going to sew myself one, but really, I’m terrible at sewing. :/ These are fantastic!
Genevieve says
Beautiful bags ♥
melody says
I was just telling my husband the other day that I could really use a bag like this for my knitting. What a lovely offering!
Jenni says
Beautiful! Would love to have one of these!
Sheila says
Adorable bags!!! 🙂
steph says
such a good eye in matching fabrics….a real work of art!!!
Loretta McCray says
Oh how beautiful! I can think of so many ways to use one of these lovely drawstring bags.
Taryn says
What a wonderful idea and beautiful bags. Love these.
Paula Ball says
I would love a chance to win one of these.
dairylady says
Oh my gosh I would love, love to win one.
Eileen says
Love, love, love these cute bags!
Lauren says
These are beautiful. I have so many things to use them for. I hope to win one!
lori says
I would love love love to win one of these. Maybe my knitting wouldn’t be such a tangled mess, that never gets finished. Such a cute picture with the little ones.
Pearl says
Those are so lovely!
Marie says
Very beautiful bags! I’d use one for my knitting projects as well!
Jennifer Miller says
What a wonderful story! I received a bag as part of a swap a few months back and love it. Another would be a welcome addition to my traveling knit projects.
CathyT says
Your bags are beautiful and what a nice way to start a business!
julie says
I love the story behind these. And would love to win one!
Sally says
I “liked” Drawstrings on Fb 😀
Sally says
Beautiful bags! So many uses!
Sharron says
I liked Drawstrings on FB
Sharron says
I would love a new knitting bag. These are so beautiful!
Diana Smith says
Liked on Facebook.
Diana Smith says
These are so pretty…sets me to thinking how I could maybe use some of that fabric stash. Maybe even some of the stuff you can’t bring yourself to cut into small pieces!!!
Alejandra says
I like Drawstrings on facebook.
Alejandra says
I adored the story of the beginning and of course the bags, I want one!!
karen says
lovely giveaway and Wanda you are truly talented!!
Katy says
I like Drawstrings on facebook.
Katy says
These are so pretty!
Beth M. says
What a smart idea, and so beautiful. Thank You
Jen M. says
Wow- these are so pretty. I would love to win one.
Janet R says
It must be a joy to create such beautiful bags! I’d love to use one for one of my current knitting projects!
joann10 says
I have “liked” Drawstrings on Facebook
joann10 says
I would love to win one of these bags…they are beautiful. I love the fabrics.
Sarah says
Such beautiful bags!
patty bl says
I really needed a knitting bag and would love one of these. Do pretty.
Trista says
I love your story and your spirit! The bags are lovely too!
Kristen says
What wonderful bags! Beautiful fabrics!
Melissa says
How fun it would be to pick out fabric combinations. Thank you!
jennifer at moonrises and morning tea says
what a great story on the beginning of your business. and such beautiful bags.
karen says
Love the bags!
Jordann says
Beautiful bags! So many uses for them!
Beth says
How cute…oh, what to put in them?!? Thanks for the chance.
Tami says
These are so pretty! I would love to win one!
Debbie says
What a smart and beautiful way to bring along your knitting project! I would love to win one of these.
Tara says
These would make wonderful gifts/gift bags for my nieces who all have summer birthdays.
Laura says
I love the fabrics! I could do so many things with Drawstrings.
Robin says
I love the colorful fabrics they choose! very nice, thank you