No-Name Brown Bag - Name me!

This brown bag stands 14" tall and is about 12" wide.
I created this bag for my very first PDF Pattern.
There is a 7" zipper on the front of the bag and 6 pockets inside the pocket.
There is a simple flap to close the bag with a 2" cloth button.

I would love to get a name for this bag, so if you have any thoughts please let me know!

Double Needle! Off the Chain!

http://www.boltneighborhood.com/2010/05/double-needles-demystified.html

I was very excited to learn new tricks on my sewing machine!

Check this one out - how to use double needles...now to learn how to use diffrent feet!


More to come!

Happy Birthday Bridget!

Happy 23rd Birthday Bridget!
I found out the day before I gave this to Bridget that it was her birthday today (May 10th)
So when 9:00pm rolled around I thought I should make something for her, and after searching through my scraps, I was able to muster up enough fabric for this cute little bag. It's still a pretty good size, at 17' at the base and stands 13" tall with an opening of 9".
I reinforced the bottom of the bag with Peltex to give it some shape.
What a little cutie! (And for not having a pattern on hand!)

T-Shirt Necklace

I created this necklace from a t-shirt my husband gave to me. The shirt was an old SNAP Fitness shirt too big for me, but great for a craft!
The necklace hangs about 20" down and is great to wear with other t-shirts.
I am trying something new and plan on making these necklaces for only $10, if you provide the t-shirt and $2.00 for shipping. Pretty good since most of these necklaces are being sold for around $25.00+.
If anyone is interested let me know!
You can reach me by email...

Nannabells@gmail.com

Scooter Large Tote

This cool scooter bag was created for a

co-worker who loves bright colors and large bags.

What a perfect fit for her.

Strap 24"

Base 21"

Top 19"

Height 19 "

The lining was made from Broadcloth with one zipper pocket and 4 pockets

(with one cell phone pocket)

The exterior fabric is made from cotton and washable, and iron safe.

For my mother-in-law (MLAW)

Jana, my mother in law really wanted a pink handbag to wear with both black and brown. So I created this little number for her. Well it was more like this: "Hello Shannon my birthday is coming up and I want a pink purse for my birthday, okay thanks" LOL
This pink bag was made from 100% cotton and has a magnetic snap for the closure.
Measures:
14' top opening
19' bottom
14' high
18' strap

Enjoy Jana!

Baby Blanket

How cool is this? I would love to be wrapped up in this cozy blanket. This blanket is made from 100% cotton, flannel, and cozy fuzzy fabric.

This baby blanket will be perfect for swaddling any baby...well hopefully my friends baby and will be completely safe for machine washing and drying.

Diaper cake

When my dear friend said she was expecting a baby...on my birthday in June may I add,
I was super excited for her!
Now I get to make her all these cute little things for her baby...
then my other dear friend just came to me and said she was expecting in September.
Now I am crazy busy making things for both of my friends...please don't drink the water!


Diaper cake with 3 diaper cupcakes

For my friend due in June, I made her this cute diaper cake from felt, fabric, ribbon, diapers, Aveeno bath wash, 1 bottle scrubber and 2 binkies. I was very pleased with how this turned out and have some different idea's for my other friends diaper cake. But alas, she will be able to take this home and have 50 newborn diapers to use. Not only is this cake pretty cool but it is functional as well.

For my Auntie in Alaska

My mom loved her bag I made her so much she insisted I make one for her cousin. The bag was created from upholstery from my mothers couch. I also used a 7inch zipper for the inside pocket. The ties on the side give the bag some shape, and character. I was very happy how this turned out, can't wait to hear from her!

My Sis-in-laws birthday bag

Ahh, a classic for an everyday wardrobe. This was made from 100% brown cotton and a floral print for the lining. I used a 7inch zipper for an inside pocket and also created a simple pocket for a cell phone or keys. This bag measures about 14inches for the opening, about 17inches tall and 17inches across the bottom.
I know my sister-in-law will love this cute bag!
I also created a button for the closure, and made a durable shoulder strap. (I may have to test it out before I mail it to her....(our little secret) ;)

Craftzine.com blog : Book Review + Giveaway: One-Yard Wonders

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Forever 21

So there is a story behind this bag...my SLAW (sister-in-law) was borrowing this dress for her bachelorette party and during the fun and games managed to ruin it with permanent ink. Sad. So she asked me to cut it up and make a handbag out of it and give it back to her friend...here is what I was able to create. (And might I add, I felt weird cutting up a cute dress)

How cool is this little bag?
This was the last of the blue/red fabric I had and I was still able to create this little clutch.
It is about 9" tall and 14" for the base and 10" for the opening.
The one thing I was very happy about was the button I made, out of the last bit of fabric.
I do believe you will be seeing more of my fun matching buttons on my creations in the near future.

Seeing red?

Since I am on a budget, I have only been using my scraps, and thinking about different ways to make a handbag with only certain amount of fabric, a challenge yes, outcome...great!
From this bag you will notice this is the same fabric which I used in the blue bag.
I used a vintage 60's red 7" zipper for the interior pocket, and a cool 1960's button for the front.
This is a spacious bag, which is 17" at the base at 12" for the opening. It stands about 14" tall.

Fly Away Home...zzzz

My mom is obsessed with birds...her house will fly away soon with all the birds in her house.
Back to the sewing, when I saw this fabric I knew my mom needed it...yes I am supporting her habit. Well I hope she will like it, wait I know she will!

Adult Apron

I was asked by my Hair Stylist to create a cute black apron. The one she has now is made from rubber and makes all her clothes icky by the end of the day. After some time I found this cool fabric for the liner which is water-proof and light weight, of course it is lined with black so it is hard for the picture to see it, but it is there.
I hope she likes it!

Gather up your Buntings!

Boy Buntings for all occasions! Blue bunting is for the pirate in ye son, and the red bunting is for the racing boy. 100% cotton and washable, iron safe and fun! Both for sale at Etsy.com just click on the link to see my store.

Pillow case "Red Light!"

This fabric is pretty cool, not only by the retro design but because it is made from 100% Bamboo cotton. Which is totally an ECO-Friendly fabric. This pillow case fits any standard pillow and is listed at my Etsy.com store. Just click the picture for the link!

The Everyday Brown Bag

While in Portland and visiting a cool little fabric shop I found this cool fabric. Since I don't have a brown bag I made this one for my everyday use...well until I create a new one. LOL

Two pockets on the inside

Two snap closures

Cool in Blue

When I was in Portland OR visiting my cousin she took me to this super cute little fabric store. In addition, for running my first half marathon my husband rewarded me with a little shopping spree and this is just some of the cool fabric I picked out. Now if you look close you can see a hint of red in the blue fabric. So COOL! Anyways, this is the design I thought up for myself.
Inside I have 3 pockets, 1 zipper, and 2 small pockets.
Thank you Jamie! (Maybe I should call this bag "Jamie")