Wednesday, April 1, 2009

My First

This is the handbag that started my love affair with handbag design. I can't believe that it's been over a decade since I designed this. Time really flies. It is my baby, my first. I was so thrilled about it's popularity back in the day.

Of course, another drawstring closure, my signature at the time. The outside fabric forms a large pocket on both sides of the bag which makes it perfect for keeping keys or sunglasses within easy reach.

I hope you're all having a wonderful day!

Aloha!
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12 comments:

  1. Carrie @ Cottage CozyWed Apr 01, 03:24:00 PM 2009

    You have sure made a lot of beautiful handbags, Arlette!
    And so many different styles, too!

    Carrie

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  2. Plum Blossom LaneWed Apr 01, 03:36:00 PM 2009

    Very cute! Love the fabric.

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  3. LindiWed Apr 01, 04:06:00 PM 2009

    I can understand it being very popular. It would still be popular today if it was "out there".

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  4. UnknownWed Apr 01, 07:34:00 PM 2009

    I love this one too. Seriously, Lettie, you should publish these as patterns.

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  5. Vicki ♥Wed Apr 01, 10:40:00 PM 2009

    Definately fantastic!! I really like this design and think that the pockets on the outside like you have put them is a great idea.

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  6. AnonymousThu Apr 02, 01:17:00 AM 2009

    My goodness if you published these patterns I'd want them all! I am still in love with drawstring closures and big pockets :)

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  7. CraftpassionThu Apr 02, 01:18:00 AM 2009

    I love the big pocket in front, it really handi for keeping keys and sunglasses and some tissues. Great bag, Lettie!!!

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  8. JanineThu Apr 02, 05:54:00 AM 2009

    Hi Arlette,
    you are so creative and full of good ideas.
    My compliments,
    greatings from germany
    Janine

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  9. My Life and Quilting Thu Apr 02, 09:14:00 AM 2009

    Letti.... Hi, I love your blog and follow it all the time... I enjoy your Tutorial's... Are you a teacher? Do you teach quilting? You are very good at it... Thanks for a great blog....Keep Sweing... Jean M. :)

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  10. sweetiepieThu Apr 02, 01:49:00 PM 2009

    I think this is a great design. All your ideas are so creative and innovative. Thanks for sharing.

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  11. Stephanie DThu Apr 02, 10:39:00 PM 2009

    Very cute! I prefer purses and bags with outside pockets for just that reason--so I can get to my keys and my sunglasses without having to dig.

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  12. Beertje ZonnSat Apr 04, 07:46:00 AM 2009

    What a beautiful bag!
    Kind regards,

    Bear Zonn
    from the Netherlands

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