Another Trip, Another Bag
Well, we're going on vacation - what I call a real vacation, a holiday. Resort hotel, drinks by the pool, room service, and sandals! It's been at least six years since I've been on any sort of holiday that wasn't visiting family so this is quite a treat that the kids and I have been looking forward to. So, the last bag I made for a road trip was The Big Bag but this time I wanted something to carry with me, more of a tote, so this is what I came up with. I am absolutely in love with this fabric with all its shades of yellow and orange and big bold flowers. I also just happened to have the perfect limey green for the lining already in my stash.
Of course it has to have pockets - two small ones on one side....
and a large one on the other.
I had two of these glitter lucite buttons that I've been wanting to use and I think they look pretty good with the fabric. I like boxing up the bottom this way because it creates another spot to add a fun detail.
I think I also have the blog lethargy that's been going around; even though I'm really busy with projects, a new job, house spring cleaning and stuff like that, when I sit down at the computer my brain goes into sleep mode. I'm hoping after I get back from our trip that I'll feel more motivated for blogging. I really appreciate all the comments and apologize for not getting back to everyone - I love keeping up that correspondence but I've been so squeezed for time lately that I haven't been able to, but I do read all the comments and they are very special to me. Being a part of this community has been such an awakening for me and taken me down paths I never even thought to explore - thank you to each and every one of you who read my blog and are so supportive of my work, I am blessed, truly blessed.
Love the tote. You're so talented & clever. Are you willing to share your how-to's on how to make the tote? If so, please email me. Love your website. I just discovered it today. :)
Posted by: Timeforchange | 07/09/2006 at 02:42 PM
What a beautiful bag. I love it. And that button is divine. I make bags, come and visit when you have time.
Cheers
Mis
Posted by: mia | 06/26/2006 at 07:24 PM
hi cassie! long time no talk ;) i'm sure you're off frolicking so enjoy your vacation with this adorable bag! great use of a favorite button!
p.s. remember that project idea I had for us? well, now that things have settled down at my house i'd love to get started on it and maybe set some target dates with you. let me know what you think... talk soon.
Posted by: laurie | 06/08/2006 at 01:36 PM
this bag is so lovely! i'm feeling a bit of inspiration creeping up for our trip on friday. thanks!
Posted by: traci | 06/07/2006 at 04:54 PM
love love love the bag! have fun...
Posted by: pam | 06/04/2006 at 09:41 AM
Love the bag and the fabric! So cute and fun!
Posted by: Leta | 06/02/2006 at 01:12 PM
love the bag! both the design (those buttons!) and the fabric. i also love love the big bag - who knew that kmart had such amazing towels???
have a fantastic vacation - drinks by the pool sounds good to me!
Posted by: susan | 06/02/2006 at 02:05 AM
Beautiful bag. The fabric is gorgeous.
Posted by: Creative Kismet | 06/01/2006 at 06:26 PM
Your welcome...how couldn't we? you have a great looking blog! I was waiting for some 'bag specifics'...pattern, where you bought the fabric...I want to make a bag like that! Great Job! have a fantastic time!!!!
Posted by: PJ | 06/01/2006 at 09:36 AM
everyone I know goes to this kind of low-blogging phase (including me!) I guess, for people with real lives (work, hobbies, houses, kids, friends, family...and so...) this time issue is very important.
I think, we can appreciate what other bloggers do, but we have to understand that this "parallel world" has to be fun, and no source of stress for the blogger.
btw: really great bag!
You inspired me to try againg with my bag projects.
have a really great holiday!
Posted by: Paula | 06/01/2006 at 07:36 AM
great idea with the buttons! it looks fabulous!
Posted by: Sierra | 05/31/2006 at 09:12 PM
I'm so happy for you and the kids! Enjoy your time and sip something yummy for me by the pool :)
Adorable bag--and those buttons are so pretty!
Posted by: Toni | 05/31/2006 at 09:29 AM
The bag is adorable! I hope you have a wonderful vacation! You deserve it!
Posted by: scribblesnbits | 05/31/2006 at 07:21 AM
oh have a wonderful vacation! i love the bag with that awesome huge flower print on the front and the drawstring AND straps for handles - i have to try that!
Posted by: sunni | 05/30/2006 at 10:56 PM
oh have a wonderful vacation! i love the bag with that awesome huge flower print on the front and the drawstring AND straps for handles - i have to try that!
Posted by: sunni | 05/30/2006 at 10:56 PM
Fabulous bag! I love the big mum on the side -- where did you get the fabric? Aren't fabric stashes the best -- especially when you find you already have the perfect lining, all ready to go?! Have a great vacation!
Posted by: Heather Bailey | 05/30/2006 at 09:49 PM
Fantastic bag! I Love the big mum on the side -- Where'd you get this great fabric? Aren't fabric stashes the best? Especially when you find you already have the perfect lining! Have a great vacation!
Posted by: Heather Bailey | 05/30/2006 at 09:47 PM
Have a wonderful vacation, Cassi! I love that fabric, too. Is it vintage?
Posted by: Rose | 05/30/2006 at 08:56 PM
oh i do love that bag - way cute! and those buttons.... to die for!
Posted by: jennifer | 05/30/2006 at 08:55 PM
This bag is amazing, enjoy a well needed holiday!!!
Posted by: Angela | 05/30/2006 at 08:38 PM
Am just adoring that fabric too. I like the way you have boxed the corners, I would never have thought of it.
Posted by: Meg | 05/30/2006 at 07:53 PM
The bag is amazing, I love the glittery detail...and have fun on your vacations! I think we all envy you!
Posted by: Carmen | 05/30/2006 at 06:07 PM
Great Fabric on the bag. It's blue twin is here on a chair I recovered.
http://flickr.com/photos/55724165@N00/143180325/
Posted by: mebmom | 05/30/2006 at 05:50 PM
Beautiful bag! I especially love the buttons.
Posted by: persephone | 05/30/2006 at 04:08 PM
Have a wondeful holiday and love the bag and the pockets!
Posted by: Julie | 05/30/2006 at 02:21 PM