Friday, February 27, 2009

Lollipops and Posies Tote

I persevered and continued working on the handbag even though I thought that it was a lost cause. I have to say that I am pleasantly surprised at how well it turned out and at how much I actually like it. I thought about naming it the Boneyard Bag (read my previous post) but decided on Lollipops and Posies Tote instead. That's much nicer, don't you agree? LOL



The tote measures 10-1/2-inches tall by 16-inches wide with a handle drop of 12-inches. I was a little bit concerned about the floral and denim combination but now I think that it looks rather shabby chic.



The denim used in this tote is from a recycled pair of blue jeans. I prefer to work with well worn and well washed blue jeans as new, fresh-off-the-bolt denim, bleeds like crazy.



I feel great that it wasn't a bust after all.


Have a fabulous weekend, everyone.

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21 comments:

  1. CathiFri Feb 27, 05:56:00 PM 2009

    I think that's a fabulous bag!! Love it!!

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  2. Plum Blossom LaneFri Feb 27, 06:00:00 PM 2009

    I think it turned out great! Love the color combo. Good job!

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  3. Stephanie DFri Feb 27, 07:17:00 PM 2009

    Looks good to me!

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  4. AnonymousFri Feb 27, 07:42:00 PM 2009

    Oh I really like that. The floral fabrics are so pretty and the denim sets them off just right... kind of like the florals are peeking out from behind the denim... if that makes sense.

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  5. Sandra :)Fri Feb 27, 08:43:00 PM 2009

    It's fabulous!!! I'm so glad you decided to finish it - and I really love the feminine curved top edge - Lollipops and Posies was probably very happy to be rescued from the boneyard, LOL!!!!

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  6. RGSat Feb 28, 12:24:00 AM 2009

    Oh Lettie, I love it!
    So pretty and girlie and as always a wonderful job!
    hugs
    Robyn xx

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  7. Busym1Sat Feb 28, 03:41:00 AM 2009

    I think it is perfect! Glad you finished it!

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  8. Mary @ Neat and TidySat Feb 28, 04:37:00 AM 2009

    The bag is adorable! Again, I love your stuff!

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  9. sweetiepieSat Feb 28, 04:49:00 AM 2009

    Lettie, your bag is beautiful, as I knew it would be. I am curious though, as to what the inside looks like. What kind of fabric do you use for lining, coordinating fabric or plain black? Do you put any pockets inside?

    Just curious.

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  10. UnknownSat Feb 28, 06:00:00 AM 2009

    A terrific bag! I like the idea of the denim. I think for a bag it will be more durable in the long run and the bag will last forever. Very cute!

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  11. Lorraine Sat Feb 28, 06:34:00 AM 2009

    So pretty. I love the curved top. You've got a great eye for design and it shows.

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  12. CraftpassionSat Feb 28, 07:14:00 AM 2009

    Great job! The Yo-Yo does make a huge different to your bag. I love to see your creations, they inspired me :)

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  13. SGSat Feb 28, 12:58:00 PM 2009

    I'm so glad you finished it! It's beautiful!

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  14. TudySat Feb 28, 02:37:00 PM 2009

    Love the Yo-Yo's on it. I love Yo-Yo's on anything.

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  15. TeresaSun Mar 01, 05:34:00 AM 2009

    Definitely not a bust....I would call it a "must" have.

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  16. emySun Mar 01, 05:57:00 AM 2009

    Davvero adorabile!!!

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  17. Red Geranium CottageSun Mar 01, 10:35:00 AM 2009

    Look great!!!

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  18. flaviaSun Mar 01, 11:01:00 AM 2009

    BELLISSIMA! VOGLIO ANCH'IO IL MODELLO DELLA BORSA!!!! ADORABILISSIMA!

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  19. JeanTue Mar 03, 04:58:00 AM 2009

    I hopped on over from Sharon's Red Geranium... love the bag! Denium and floral.... perfect!
    And I'm with you... over the holidays I gained some extra and then messed around a bit during Jan/Feb so now I have most of it off again! Just keep working on it, that's all I can say! That and keep up the good work!

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  20. JennyTue Mar 03, 06:49:00 PM 2009

    Something that cute could never be a lost cause!

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  21. jmallSun Jul 08, 09:06:00 AM 2012

    I don't very often post comments on any sites, but I had to comment on yours. You HAVE SOME VERY UNIQUE AND VERY PRETTY ITEMS and ideas.I am very glad I came across this page!

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