Severe storm warnings . . . .excessive cloud to ground lightening . . . flood warnings. . . wind gusts to 40 mph . . . . high potential for waterspouts . . . . .
We have had some wicked weather for the past several days. Wild storms and tons of rain. It rains a lot in Florida in the summertime, but this is more than the usual. Unless it's a hurricane, though, the weather doesn't really bother me.
In addition to today's severe weather we had five (yes, count them 5) teens in the house. Five teens putting forth a diligent effort to suck dry the pantry faster than I could ever possibly fill it.
So what is one to do when the weather outside is nasty for the umpteenth day in a row and the Teenage Eating Machines are loose on the inside -- a new bag sounds good to me.
SPECS: Approx. size 11"h x 14" w. My design. Amy Butler fabrics. Fully quilted and lined.
Forever, I've had a packet of numerous colors of 4" squares of suede. I love them. I've never used them. You can see by the straps that today was the day to break into the suede.
Magnetic snap closure. Pleated inside pocket and key hook.
I think the daughter has thoughts of snagging this bag. Good thing she was my "in the dark" model tonight.
Sew Mama Sew is sponsoring a bag contest. Lots of talented folks out there making some beautiful bags. Check out their Flickr group.
Not sure about tomorrow's weather report, but if it's anything like today I'll have two choices. Either go spend massive quantities of cash restocking the pantry or make another bag.
i love that bag! great design. good luck in the contest.
Posted by: cindy | July 23, 2007 at 11:13 PM
the bag is wonderful i can see why she wants to nick it i would lol.
good luck with the contest.
Posted by: sammyjo | July 24, 2007 at 04:36 AM
That is SUPER cute! And I love the suede square with the button -- very nice accent to the bag. Good job!
Posted by: Tiffany | July 24, 2007 at 11:10 AM
The bag is BEAUTIFUL... every inch and detail of it! I love the way you used the suede and the buttons. Are you entering this in the contest? It's certainly contest-worthy!
Joni
Posted by: jonipossin | July 24, 2007 at 01:35 PM
Beautiful bag, Deb. It's all the extras that make your pretty bags just beautiful.
Posted by: lindiepindie | July 24, 2007 at 04:31 PM
Surely you entered this bag - it's gorgeous!
Wrest it from your girl's hands if you must; believe me, I would if I'd made it. ;) As for the weather? I hear you! It's been awful here in TX, too. We just had two clear days, but the respite is apparently coming to a close again. Hello, Mold!
Posted by: meg | July 25, 2007 at 06:53 AM
Another amazing bag! (I don't think I would let her snatch that one if I were you:)
Posted by: Chara Michele | July 25, 2007 at 09:13 AM
Hello,
I love that bag! BEAUTIFUL!
Regards,
Sonnja from the Netherkands
Posted by: Sonnja | July 25, 2007 at 05:00 PM
Your bags are amazing!
Posted by: Mary Sarah | July 25, 2007 at 07:58 PM
You created and fantastic bag! I love the fabric choices.
Posted by: Tamara | July 26, 2007 at 02:19 PM
Hi there.
I love your bags and I love your blog. Was trying to find out if you sell your bags anywhere? if so, where!? lol. Also, do you take orders for custom bags? I want to buy something simple for myself for fall :) hugs. let me know.
Posted by: Niki | July 30, 2007 at 01:54 PM
Congrats on the contest!!!! I love your bag. Great fab!
Posted by: SugarShop (Dena) | August 02, 2007 at 06:44 PM
Congrats on the contest!!!! I love your bag. Great fab!
Posted by: SugarShop (Dena) | August 02, 2007 at 06:46 PM
Wow this bag is awesome - I made my very first bag yesterday and seeing yours makes me want to make more.
Posted by: Lorna | September 26, 2008 at 02:52 PM
This is an incredible bag. I've been dying to find one like this to buy, but just discovered I have an interest in sewing. Do you have a tutorial to make one like this?
Thanks!
Posted by: Joni Petro | January 19, 2010 at 03:12 PM