Tote Bag Week - Bag Three

Chirp! Chirp! On a day that finds us snowed in under dreary skies, I am happy to post some pictures of a happy and sunny tote bag. We didn't receive as much snow as some other areas, however, we are still enjoying plenty of the white stuff. The colours of this book bag are so yummy! This cheerful little winged friend is joyfully sharing a tune with us.

All five tote bags will packaged up for pick up today. I have really enjoyed sewing them, and I will miss their bright colours hanging all around me in my sewing room. 

Tomorrow I will be sharing another little boy book bag. No monkeying around! That hint ought to give  a pretty clear idea of the theme. I am off to enjoy a quiet and gray day. I have made a pot of chill, some tea biscuits, and a bread pudding is baking away in the oven right now. I have decided that today calls for comfort food and I just felt like being in the kitchen. A rare occurrence indeed - might as well take advantage of that! Check in tomorrow for another post!

Tote Bag Week - Bag Two

It seems to me that all littles love dinosaurs! So, today's book bag is just perfect for those who would love to inhabit Jurassic Park. I love this whimsical dinosaur alphabet design, a little cute and little silly all wrapped up in one!

This "Letter T" dinosaur is done in vibrant colours. Again, the tote bag is a great size for books and all the treasures that might be discovered during a day searching for clues about the dinosaurs. I enjoy mixing patterns in the same colour palette, and this tote bag gave me ample opportunity. The inside lining is a bright and cheerful star pattern and picks up on the spiky theme of the dino on the front of the bag. Because polka dots are so wonderful, I just had to add a few to the handles. I think this bag just screams "FUN"!!!!!

I hope that Thomas will enjoy his new book bag. His mom will also be happy to know that after a day spent digging for dino bones in the park, this tote bag can be washed up and ready to go for the next adventures.

Check back tomorrow for a tote bag number three. A little "birdie" told me it was very cute! Can you guess the design? See you tomorrow!

Tote Bag Week - Bag One!

By far, my favourite thing to sew has got to be the book bag. I just love that it is a very useful item, but can also be so whimsical and personal. Also, they appeal to all ages. The past couple of weeks have found me happily stitching away and working on several book bags that are heading off to new homes for Christmas. Isn't that a lovely gift? A book bag, along with a book is just perfect and so unique. This week, I plan to share a new bag every day. Today's featured tote bag is all about the fox craze that is taking over the internet! I fell in love with this adorable design, and it is just perfect for the pink/orange combination that I am fond of. And let's talk about that pink flower???? Very cute for our little friend Fox.

These tote bags are made to be used! In order to accommodate trips to the library for example, I reinforce the handles and add box stitches for added durability. A generous flat base allows the bag to sit upright and all ready to be loaded up with stuff. They are the perfect size for everyday running around, and the design is one that I created myself based upon experience. I knew the tote bag needed a nice wide opening, gussets to provide a flat base and stability, along with a generous helping of C-U-T-E!!! I also sew them so that there are no seams that have to be sewed up leaving unsightly, visible stitching lines in an otherwise cleanly finished product. However did I do that, you ask? Lots of trial and error to begin with. Then, one night I woke up with a grand plan and put it into action the next day. Success! A tote bag with entirely finished seams - my lofty goal achieved! Can you guess how it is done? 

Here are a few more pictures of today's tote bag. I recognize the last one is a bit blurry, but it does give you a nice close up view. Check in again tomorrow and have a peek at a little boy tote. Here's a hint about the design...don't get too close - it might bite! Roar!

So pretty under the tree. Merry Christmas!

Sunday Stitches

This has been a very busy season, filled with plenty of holiday orders! I have had my hands full working away on Christmas stockings for both humans and our canine companions. I love stockings! I think that they are such a nice way to decorate for the holidays, especially if they are personalized and unique. My kids love their stockings too - they always find them filled to the brim on Christmas morning. What fun! Here are a few pictures of some of the cute projects I have been working on.

Stockings for people have also been very popular! One little girl named Ayla, who is in love with polar bears, will find a special stocking hanging when she wakes up to check the treats from Santa.  I snuck in a little bit of time to make some stockings for my own family as well. Of course, they are turquoise and apple green, what else would they be?

Next up on the agenda is the matching stocking for our pup, Rosie.  I have some vintage lace and I am planning to incorporate that into her creation. She really loves winter, and we enjoyed a snowy walk last night. 

I recently finished an order for five book bags. Check back later this week to see some up close photos and a few more details. For now, here is a sneak peek of the adorable tote bags all in a row!

I just can't seem to decide upon a favourite! Stay tuned for plenty of pictures in the days ahead. Happy Sunday!

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