Thursday, January 29

Solid Messenger bag

I created this navy blue bag for a friend who needed one for her friend. Ahhh... sharing it is nice. The exterior material is a thicker cotton for durability. Inside has 2 pockets and 1 zipper pocket. (A new trick I learned) Velcro was used to close the bag.

Silky Duvet


A friend asked me if I could make her a duvet for her bedroom...how could I say no?
I took this brocade material and sewed 3 panels, due to the width I needed to! So to finish off the top portion I sewed organza gold ribbon over the seems to camouflage them. The top of the duvet was fashioned like an envelope and to close it I sewed 5 jewel toned buttons on duvet. Once I get a full picture of the duvet I will upload it.

Thursday, January 22

Oh the love of scraps

For anyone who has been following my blogs, this is the same material I used to create a cute baby blanket. I had about 8x8 inches left over and I didn't want to toss the fabric, so I created this cute make-up bag...for my mom. I was HIGHLY disgusted when I saw her take out a gross looking ZIPLOCK BAG from her bag (yes I made her a bag). I told her she was a disgrace to the sewing community! After some chuckles, I spent 20 mins and whipped this out for her and made her toss that disgusting bad for the environment plastic baggy.

I think I will make some more...

Ahh...quilt warm warm




OMGosh! I loved this material, and the sec I saw it, I knew Con-con had to have it. For those who don't know, my son LOVES football. He is crazy-nuts for it. (He is my husband's son) I started this about a year ago and then tried to pawn it off on my sis...well needless to say I ended up finishing what I started. And Conman loves it!

Thursday, January 15

Here is a great Hobo bag which I created out of a thick twill. There is a magnetic snap for the closure and a decorative lace button which was made back in the 1940's in Holland on the front. The inner pocket zipper was from the 60's. So I guess you can say...upcycle!



Monday, January 5

Snappity-snap!

A bag from a curtain? Why yes it can be done! On the front of the bag I placed a vintage button from the 50's and the green inner zipper pocket was created from a 1940's zipper. Yep reuse, and recycle! So as you can see there is a zipper pocket on one side of the bag and 3 pockets on the opposite side. the sturdy strap echo's the lining of the bag. There is also a magnetic snap to close to bag.

Saturday, January 3

Special Order


This is a fun casual handbag which can be used if you are wearing either black or brown. The lining has fun traveling destinations on the print. The bottom panel is removable which can either keep the bag sitting or if you remove it, the bag will be more like a tote. There are 3 pockets on the inside, and one zipper pocket on the opposite side of the bag. On the front of the handbag is a 1960's vintage button and grosgrain brown ribbon. There is a long strap so the bag fit nicely under your arm when also carrying a ton of stuff.

Sunday, December 21

Army Bag

This bag was designed for a 16 year old boy who is into skating, comics and Play Station. I added a real Military patch to give this bag some "style". And two pockets on the front for games or "school work".

Sunday, December 14

This is another fun Tag Blanket. I added some kitty cat material for the borders and fun yellow polka dots on the sides. The center is blue checkers. To order this item come to my store at: nannabells.etsy.com
Here is a fun clutch that will go well in either summer or winter! I am very excited to give this one away as a gift for Christmas, but I am always willing to make some for other people who want to have it for give as a gift. Just contact me: nannabells@gmail.com

Saturday, December 13

Floral Tote


Hello tote! I made this thinking it would be great for those knitters who like to take their work with them. But can be used for other items - of course! There are 2 pockets in the front for lipstick or other small items. Click on the picture to order this tote for your self!

Wednesday, December 10

This was another custom order for a friend who wanted a lemon and lime color bag. I picked these fun colors and added some ribbon to break up the green a bit. The bag was made out of Home Dec fabric, with pellon fleece interfacing for cushion and structure. I added a fun yellow polka-dot lining with 3 pockets on the inside. There is Velcro to fasten the bag.

Tuesday, December 9

Black/white Diaper Bag

Yet another fun diaper bag. Custom colors were chosen for this cool bag. It is made out of 100% cotton, and lined with a stiff interfacing to give it stability. There are 3 large pockets on the inside and a cell phone pocket on the outside - or can be used for an ipod.
To order your Diaper Bag, contact nannabells@gmail.com

Sunday, December 7

Retro Tag Blanket


Here is another fun tag blanket I made. I used fun bright colors and cream ribbon for the tags. I embellished it with satin blue ribbon to tie it all together. To order this blanket come see my nannabells.etsy.com account to order or contact me at nannabells@gmail.com to custom order one for your baby.
Here is a fun Tag Blanket for any girl or boy. I used cotton and terry cloth to help with those spit-ups. If you would like to order this blanket come see it at my nannabells.etsy.com account!
This is a fun clutch I made for a birthday present. If you would like to order one or request a custom order contact me at: nannabells@gmail.com or see my store at nannabells.etsy.com

Saturday, December 6

Jean and Dots Tag Blankie

Here is a fun tag blankie. I used Denim, and 100% cotton, and left over ribbon from Pottery Barn gifts from my wedding. For more information about this or other items come visit my nannabells.etsy.com

Tuesday, December 2

Camo Bag - Now you see me - Now you dont!

This was made for a teen boy who loves to hunt. This bag has a thin layer of padding to help cushion his laptop. I added 2 pockets in the front and 3 pockets inside the bag. The straps are made out of seat-belt material.

Tropical Diaper Bag

This diaper bag was created for a friend who is from a warm sunny climate...which is not here in Spokane. We brought her a bit of home in this bag for her. There are 3 large pockets in the front and 3 large pockets inside the bag. A fun tropical print was used for the lining to add a punch of color. To order a bag for you or your friend contact me at nannabells@gmail.com

Teen's Laptop Messenger bag

The special order bag was created for a 12 year old girl. Her mother wanted it to have the 'emo' look while having a girly look to it as well. The bag was sewn from denim bottom weight, which adds some stability. I added padding to the bag for structure. There are 3 large pockets on the front of the bag. A funky print was used for the lining. To special order a messenger bag contact me at nannabells@gmail.com

Yellow and Blue Tag Blankie


I made this cute little blankie for a girlfriend who is expecting a cute baby boy. I used 100% cotton on the front, adorned with ribbon and buttons. The back is lined with terry cloth for those baby burps. The ribbon tags on the edges are great for baby's to rub while their are snuggling in the blankie. To order your baby blanket, contact me! nannabells@gmail.com