Not My Usual Vintage Vibe

I don't usually buy new fabric, but I wanted a variety of bags for upcoming shows and events. I adore these new prints. This first one is by a European designer- it's a home dec weight, and the color combo is awesome! The bright yellow interior is the perfect compliment for this messenger-style bag- new in my shop.

This giant bird print is a heavy upholstery weight fabric- this giant tote was designed to accommodate the scale of the print. I designed it with an adjustable strap to fit any figure. Quite possible the perfect tote! New in my shop- with 2 other colorways available in a few days.

I sold out of the other 2 colorways fast and had to re-order. This colorway goes perfect with jeans- cobalt and butter on a tan background.

Lastly, I couldn't resist this little print. I bought one of those sample packs at my local fabric shop- J Ellen's House of Fabric- and had to buy a yard of this coordinating fabric. I really like the contrast of the modern print with the vintage lace & linen- also new in my shop.

That's all for now. These bags are new in my Etsy shop if interested.

Vintage Fabric Birdhouses...

Funny thing happened today... while I was hiding Christmas presents in the attic I stumbled on this box of vintage fabric birdhouses I made last summer. I was kind-of having a bad day & when I opened this box my heart skipped a beat!

I LOVE making these- all my cherished little vintage fabric scraps & bits, tassels and birds, vintage buttons and shells....

I packed them away after a show I did last summer. It was a successful show- my bags sold well- but nobody "got" these. People asked what you do with them? what are they? Can you use them outdoors? I guess I took it all a bit too personally and packed them away.

I'll post a few more tomorrow (I promised my son I wouldn't spend too much time on my computer this week)

I'm not sure what I'll do with these- they might make it to my Etsy shop, but I might wait until spring.

Well- more tomorrow. After a CRAZY craft show month I'm enjoying doing nothing but catching up on sleep and spending time with the family.

Have a peaceful night....

A few new Vintage Fabric Pillows...

I decided to go through my fabric stash and make pillows from some fabrics I found this summer at flea markets......This mod 60's print came from a vintage tablecloth I found last month. LOVE the colors! You can find it here in my Etsy shop.

This beautiful embroidered pillow is made from a vintage 1940's table runner I picked up last summer. The hand detail work is really incredible. Does anyone do that tatting and embroidery anymore?......You can find it here.

My last bits of this vintage barkcloth from the 40's. I always loved this print and have made a few bags & totes over the years with this awesome print. Find it here.

Well, that's all for now- I know- boring post. Not a lot happening. I'm working on new applique pillow designs & getting ready for the back-to-school frenzy!

Vintage Retro Barkcloth

New in my Etsy shop....I just finished this bag made from my very last bits of this awesome barkcloth print. It's an old Waverly print, very unique. I was always drawn to the geometric print.

It's accented with a removable pin, made from an antique chenille millinery flower. (I've been hoarding these flowers & decided it was time to use some!)

The pin can also be worn on a jacket or lapel.....

You can find it for sale here.

Have a great weekend!

More New Bags This Week!

I've been sewing like a mad woman the past week and I'll have some new bags in my Etsy shop Wed. AM. Mostly vintage fabric and linen, and all one-of-a-kind.

I also have a dozen or so new Leather Wrap Bracelets I'll be listing.

Exciting news in a day or so- stay tuned!

Have a great Monday!

"Every woman should have a purse of her own". Part IV

My favorite quote by Susan B. Anthony.

More bags in store- a sneak peak at what I'll be taking to the TerraVista show this weekend. If you can't make the show I listed a few new bags in my Etsy shop.

Not my usual vintage vibe, but I love this black and yellow fabric. I appliqued a little yellow bird on the front. SOLD

This vintage tapestry has an antique skeleton key closure and a linen interior. SOLD.

Like a cool breeze...this woven coral fabric has antique lace & button accents. Find it here. SOLD

Another "new" fabric- cool botanical silhouette leaves & flowers. Find it here.

Barkcloth reproduction- great red tropical print. Find it here.

Well- back to the studio. I'll try to post more tomorrow...

More Bags in Store- Vintage Fabric Totes

I just listed some new totes in my Etsy shop- all vintage fabric and all one-of-a-kind. They each have a divided pocket inside. Carry your books, gym clothes, marketing, etc. in style.

Big cabbage roses and birds are paired with a vintage toile interior. Find it here.

My favorite barkcloth- retro trees in shades of green and lime. SOLD

Pretty tote with a feminine touch. Find it here.

Shabby barkloth leaf tote with linen interior.

Giant coral vintage linen tote. Find it here.