2 posts tagged “accessory”
In early August, the founders of spanking new Craft magazine teamed up with the forefounders of Etsy to host a contest. The objective: to redesign, reinterpret the CRAFT logo using whatever medium desired. The payoff: a very honorable mention in the inaugural issue Craft magazine and all of the accolades and bragging rights that goes along with being one of the chosen few. Out of the hundreds that entered, only five items were singled out for their unique craftiness.
Of course the payoff was too big for me to ignore. After weeks of pondering and planning, I finally settled on a design; a small yet spacious bag built for crafters doing the craft fair circuit. The Crafty Hipster Bag is packed with pockets (7 in all) to keep the "tools of the trade" secure. That's plenty of space for cash, coins, keys, ID, notepad, pens pencils phone, wallet, and a receipt book. Plus, the wearer can go hands free! Two large loops on the back allow the bag to hang from a belt up to 1.5-inches wide.
Although I thought my entry to be highly crafty and useful, I did not win. Oh well. At least all who entered will receive a complimentary t-shirt from Craft Magazine. And of course there is always the possibility that my creation will sell. So, click here if interested in purchasing the Crafty Hipster Bag for use at your next craft fair.
Great Aunt Ethel would be so proud that I am putting her fabric to good use. This quilted metallic satin in icy blue hues is one of my favorites from her stash. I guess it is an upholstery fabric but there is no telling since in the 70's women draped all kinds of stiff textiles over their bodies. In any case, it is perfectly suited for handbags, especially my signature wristlets.
The etheral Ice Willow Wristlet is a great little accessory for summer soirees and glamorous get-togethers.
You can be free to drink, dance and be merry without be weighted down by a hefty handbag. Plus, this petite purse is quite handy, or rather hands free, as it can convert from a wristlet to a shoulder bag in seconds. The extra long strap can be wrapped around your wrist or tossed across your shoulder. How cool is that? A convertible bag!
***Click here to purchase.***
