Monday, March 14, 2016

Teardrop ready

I have been wanting to make a bag this style since LLBean first came out with out. I finally came to a designer that has made it and Now. I have it. ... It's a great over the shoulder, carry on your back or crossbody purse. It has 3 inside slip pockets and one outside zipper pocket. I made it out of cotton duck and had to be Eggplant. I searched and searched for the right color and it's great. I have umbrella colorful fabric for the lining. Hope you enjoy and will come to love. This purse comes in 3 sizes. One for small children, medium for on the go and large for all that you have to carry.. This pattern is by RLR creations.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

India BoHo

I do love Indian prints and Ethnic prints. They are so colorful in ways you would not think colors go. When I purchase these it like a bouquet on the table. Just gorgeous all together. This is called an Indian Boho bag. I like hobo bag and comfy easy going. Not stiff. I can't do stiff bags. They make me think of a being constricted and that's not good. So, I like to make care free loose fitting bags. This fit the bill. Now find more beads so I can give it another go around. Here is India..

Friday, March 4, 2016

LimeLight

Well, I made a little Limelight and it is very light. Still not my go to because it is a bit bulkier then I want. Nice size wise but still not THE one for me. It has 3 card slots and a clear vinyl slot for your I.D. then it has a coin slot in the back and in-between the accordion pleats. Pattern by RLR

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Double Dutch clutch

No, that's not the name of it but it has 2 or 3 or 4 ways to use this bag. First as a regular bag with handles you can easily put it over your shoulder. Then if you have to go shopping, strap on the adjustable shoulder strap and keep it moving. If you then want to run into a restaurant and don't want a purse at all, grab the little front pouch and have at it. It comes off and has it's own zipper compartment. Then put them all back together and enjoy. This is a design by RLR Creations. Love it and the fabric. I chose the Green vinyl from Lee Ann's Home fabrics. Great to work with. What more can I say, love fun handcrafted with love purses.

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Poppy Pouch

This is a fun one to do. Get some happy fabric and enjoy. It comes in 3 sizes and here is the large one. I chose the large one to hold all my cosmetics that I leave on the bathroom sink. Not any more. No more mascara, combs, or blush on the bathroom sink.. They are all in Poppy Pouch. Yes, I'll be making more of these just in a smaller size to carry in my purse. It sits on it's base. Has gussets so your insides won't fall out and it's sturdy on the sides to not be floppy. So, here is poppy.
Before she got filled up.
After being filled up.
and happy as a clam. Measures: Base 8.5” x 4.5”, width 10.5”, Height 6.5” Designed by Tanglewebb designs

Monday, February 22, 2016

Harriet Sew-A-Long

Completed today by adding the rivets to the handles and there she is.
This was a great way to work along with people from everywhere. All doing the same project. At peace. I love tapestry fabric and the contrasting vinyl. Learned again about linings. This one has a great solid bottom and oh, I forgot to take a picture of that. (them) Here is the side (s) that open up to give you more room for that bottle of water.
These were way fun to put in. They have a little curve to them for cuteness. There is an inside pocket, of course for that loose change.
Really felt one with this bag. Some fabrics just have great energy and you work well with them and some I've struggled with. She measures. 10” tall 12.5” wide (at bottom) 4.5” deep Tote your day to day items inside this adaptable mid-sized bag. Featuring two side zippers, it quickly converts from a rounded everyday purse to a spacious tote. A top closure flap keeps your belongings secure. A zippered pocket offers added storage for your cell phone or other frequently used accessories

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Welcome Sunday

This is Sunday. It is by RLR creations. It is a fun bag to make. I always learn something in my sewing. I think that is why I continue doing each. Each brings a learning lesson, Lesson in reading, lesson in understanding directions, lesson in interlinings, lesson in measurements
, lesson in fabric manipulation, lessons, every time you start. So, I am to read, and read and underline, print out the directions, and most of all, not think I know where it's going.. Love Sunday. Made with Tula Pink Fabric, Eden. and she has feet also.