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Oompa Loompa? I could use one of those little guys around here. I could pay him in fabric scraps. That would be great! But really, sorry for that little unannounced break. I seem to do that too often. I've had a lot going on so thankfully there'll be plenty to share in the upcoming weeks. To start, finally, a utility tote for ME. Made out of thrifted vintage upholstery fabric:
I finally made some new wallets for the shop, I can't believe it's been over a year since I last made one:
Even though Valentine's Day has come and gone, I can still show you my bunting because afterall, it's still hanging in my kitchen doorways:
One part I'm excited about are the eyelets in the corners for easy hanging:
And finally, simply a nice photo with warm textures. I promise to be back very soon because I have more more more to share!
oh my goodness!! i love that tote!!!
Posted by:emily | February 19, 2008 at 05:59 PM
Ooh... that Utility tote. LOVE. :D (I feel a little bit like Veruca Salt, "But Daddy, I want a Utility Bag, and I want it now!")
Posted by:Wende | February 19, 2008 at 07:33 PM
Personal sewing always feel good. Great job with the tote, love the fabric!
Posted by:belinda | February 19, 2008 at 09:24 PM
so glad you're back--and so glad you posted that fantastic bag!
Posted by:meg | February 19, 2008 at 11:30 PM
Aw, Man! I am hearting that tote BIG time. Any chance of a tute or dimensions coming?
Posted by:Janice | February 20, 2008 at 01:29 PM
This is wonderful having you back, I love to read your writings and view your photos. You are such an inspirational person!
Posted by:Patty | February 20, 2008 at 02:41 PM
Love your bag! and who doesn't like a good photo like that last one?
Posted by:Robyn | February 20, 2008 at 03:06 PM
That is one great bag!
Posted by:tricia | February 20, 2008 at 04:51 PM
there she is. good to read you again. i'm needing that tote. bad. bad. bad. what do you use to make it sturdy? get busy filling us bloggers in on what else you've been up to! i'm so happy to see that you've added a playlist.... =)
Posted by:Lindsay | February 20, 2008 at 07:55 PM
Welcome back:)
Posted by:Shannon | February 20, 2008 at 09:42 PM
the bunting is lovely!
do not walk past me with that tote; i doubt i could stop myself from knocking you over, & running off with it!
Posted by:kat | February 21, 2008 at 11:38 AM
LOVE the new tote... Oh, and I love your shoe/boot things... very fun!
Posted by:Sara | February 21, 2008 at 02:14 PM
Yey! You're back!!! Love the bag!
Posted by:Kris | February 21, 2008 at 10:05 PM
I tried to make a bunting and it turned out pretty crummy, I had to hang it really, really high.
Great tote, I love totes that I could carry a kid in :) I have pictures of me carrying my little one in a big boat and tote bag.
Posted by:Laura | February 22, 2008 at 02:26 PM
nice tote! I love that fabric!
Posted by:Penny | February 23, 2008 at 09:21 AM
Yep, just echoing the 'love that tote' comments.
Thanks for inspiring me to look for an erector set for my nephew, too - his birthday is approaching and I had no clue what to get him until I saw that pic. Thank you.
Posted by:Lil' d | February 23, 2008 at 02:19 PM
Fab tote! I love how oversized it is and it goes perfectly with the outfit!
Posted by:adele | February 24, 2008 at 11:37 AM
Love the tote and love your wallets. Have you ever thought of making/selling patterns?
Posted by:Cindy | February 24, 2008 at 09:16 PM
LOVE that bag.
And your blog, too - I'm going to explore a bit.....
Leah xxx
Posted by:Hyena In Petticoats | February 27, 2008 at 10:51 AM
Everyone needs an Oompa Loompa and I dearly love that tote. I'm thinking you could fit an Oompa Loompa in that tote!
Posted by:Cheryl | March 02, 2008 at 08:06 AM
WHOA.
how much do i L-O-V-E that tote? lust!
i need to go check out your store again!
Posted by:Jimaie | March 06, 2008 at 07:17 PM