since my last post i've been trying to fit in some crafting time to finish this present. i've only had a few minutes here and there because i've had family visiting us, so this is all i have done. i added a few more pieces all around to make it large enough for a tote bag and to add more color.
and i've finished the back side of the purse! i wanted to sort of mimic what was going on in the front with the fabrics i used and made a large outside pocket using some of the left over scraps. i also decided to go with a more solid back and so i'm using a pink fabric with an all-over print with really small flowers. i also decided to put her first name initial, so i played around with some more fabric scraps and came up with this.
and if you look real close you could see my handmade tag i made using my own hand carved stamp. it's my first time putting a label onto anything i've made, except for some paper tags i made for the father's day presents i made. but this label is special because it will forever be a part of the tote bag. the ink is a bit too light, but the pastel stamp pads are all i have right now that print well on fabric and will resist coming off if it is washed. i really like being able to put my name on my hand made things!i still need to add the strap and finish sewing the bag closed. i also need to get C to make a nice birthday card with one of her drawings. if i get it done in time and manage to get a nice pic, i'll try to put in in my next post. i'm also trying to add one other small, but nice, handmade addition to this tote bag gift. so i have to go now and try to finish everything!
Posts
