I still haven't totally recovered from what i now refer to as "coming down with the funk" (congestion, sore throat and headache), however i had quite a productive day yesterday. Pretty proud about that...
These are some of my newest miniature tote bags, one is a custom order for a dollhouse settings and some others are Coco's goodies. She needed a few more (okay, i needed her to have a couple more).
These tote bags are definitely a great way to use up some fabric scraps, and i always like it when i find projects that work for that.
This is a new bag design. I made a pattern out of a paper and tweaked it along the way. I really dig how it turned out. Very spring. I finished it with some raw edges and Coco seemed to be down with that. I love it's raw edges and that vintage shabby chic rose print paired with the linen.
This new bag pattern is easy to sew, and it's cute ~ sometimes something being easy doesn't necessarily mean it's cute, not the case here. I love it so much, i made another one bigger in size. This time i used my all time favorite vintage cross stitch pattern and finishd it with some tinny small gathering stitches. Cute, eh? I am filled with total giddiness.
I'm looking forward to...
Taking it easy this beautiful Sunday.
Afternoon Sunday tea.
Sunday nap and reading this new book.
Love to you.
so so cute!
Posted by: Karine Ardault | May 06, 2012 at 04:27 PM
Oh, those are so precious! Your photos show them off to perfection, too.
Posted by: Mitzi Curi | May 06, 2012 at 05:17 PM
You are so great Jacqueline! These bags are adorable. I am in awe of your sewing skills! I hope you are feeling better sweetie. xo Happy Sunday!
Posted by: Dana Barbieri | May 06, 2012 at 06:58 PM
So precious, my friend! LOVE them so much!
Posted by: Leanne | May 06, 2012 at 10:42 PM
Oh wow, Coco is one lucky little girl, those bags are absoloutely gorgeous!!!
I love the new design you've created, that tiny bag with the rose fabric is divine, I love them all!!!
hugs to you my lovely friend,
vicky xxxxx
Posted by: vicky | May 07, 2012 at 01:42 AM
SO sweet! Great work!
Posted by: Laura | May 07, 2012 at 04:51 AM
These are adorable! I was curious how you are liking your new book? Cheery Smiles your way...laura
Posted by: laura gaffke | May 07, 2012 at 07:48 AM
Dearest Jacqueline,
These tote bags are just so lovely!! The cross stitch one is adorable to bits.. I have to measure and give you the measurements for the longer tote bag soon...(I totally forgot)..
Have a lovely week!
Pei Li
Posted by: Dollhouse Miniatures by Pei Li | May 07, 2012 at 08:54 AM
Oooo...Coco's bag collection is FABULOUS! I especially like the one with the flowers/roses on them. Will you be making any of these in big girl sizes for your shop? ;o) Hope you are feeling better soon... be taking good care, thinking of you :o) ((BIG HUGS))
Posted by: Tracy | May 07, 2012 at 07:03 PM
Dearest sweet tracy, thanks so much for your lovely sweet comment. I will check if i can find a similar fabric to make a big girl sizes tote for the shop. :) Love to you!
Posted by: Jacqueline | May 07, 2012 at 09:20 PM
Dearest sweet laura gaffke, i really like the pages i read so far on my new book! I'm like nodding all the way. lool Have a beautiful week and love to you!
Posted by: Jacqueline | May 07, 2012 at 09:27 PM
Dearest sweet pei li, thanks so much for your sweet lovely comment!! No worries you can take your time to measure and give me the measurements for the longer tote bag. Lots of love to you!
Posted by: Jacqueline | May 07, 2012 at 09:32 PM
oh my... when I think I've seen the cutest thing, you always bring something else, even more amazing!! And lovely :D
hahahhaah you needed her to have a couple more ;) LOL
Hugs&Smiles to you!
Posted by: Nia | May 07, 2012 at 11:55 PM
You are just amazing. When I saw that first photo I thought it was a full size bag and then when I saw the next photo it's a miniature ? Wow just phenomenal. You are such a talent and the detail you give everything.
Hope you are feeling better and your funk has passed. It's been a little funky over here too.
Here's to you. Have a wonderful lovely week and big hugs.
Valarie
Posted by: Valarie Budayr | May 08, 2012 at 08:31 AM
Wow! Your miniature totebags are precious and absolutely amazing!
Your photographs are exquisite, too! Very inspiring!!
So looking forward to taking BYW 2.0 with you!!
hugs,
Mary
Posted by: Mary Nasser | May 08, 2012 at 09:40 PM
hope you're feeling better soon, too... :)
Posted by: Mary Nasser | May 08, 2012 at 09:41 PM
Crazy cute! I haven't visited in a while-hugs! ;0)
Posted by: Rebecca | May 09, 2012 at 12:44 AM
They are TOOOO cute! Great idea!
Hope your week is going well, dear Jacqueline!!
xoxo – g
Posted by: Georgianna | May 09, 2012 at 12:45 AM
Your sweet little designs are the BEST my friend.
Hope you are well and feeling better now.
Just found out my book will be out in the spring of 2013....the process is a very long one. The publishing process takes 6 mos. or so to print and ship out. ....so we will have to wait some more. xoxoxoxo HUGS
Posted by: koralee | May 09, 2012 at 12:16 PM
Dearest sweet koralee, thank YOU so much sweet friend for loving these bags and also for the book information! I am very much looking forward it! Love to you!
Posted by: Jacqueline | May 10, 2012 at 09:27 AM
Jacqueline, the designs are so fabulous! I think big girls would love these too!
Posted by: Robin Norgren | May 12, 2012 at 10:26 PM
Oh my goodness... they are so cute!! I hope you are feeling all better now Jacqueline! :)
Posted by: Jennifer_StudioJRU | May 13, 2012 at 09:43 AM
awww those little totes are SUPER cute!!!
Posted by: Sandy a la Mode | May 13, 2012 at 08:26 PM
My sweetest Jacqueline... why are you always sick?? Aww, I hope you feel better soon. Coco def needed that, it is absolutely a wardrobe essential ;)
Hope you have a wonderful weekend filled with sunshine, smiles and love.
xoxxo Diana
Posted by: Diana | May 14, 2012 at 07:20 AM
Those totes are so true to life!
Posted by: Su | May 16, 2012 at 04:30 PM