Category Archives: sewing

Slow down!

Posted on October 23, 2011 by admin

Time is passing by far too quickly! Slow down, world, I’ve got lots to do! Hard to believe that we are approaching the end of October, Halloween is almost here and that means Christmas can’t be too far behind. I … Continue reading →

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September projects

Posted on September 30, 2011 by admin

Summer definitely is on the way out and fall is on the way in. Summer was late, short and hot this year and the sudden change to chilly, grey rain was a bit of a shock to the system! The … Continue reading →

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Knitting bag and other things

Posted on September 1, 2011 by admin

My recent fixation with learning to knit has rather diverted my focus from adding items to the shop, writing blog posts and even posting pictures of some of the one of a kind bags I have made. I have been … Continue reading →

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Boy-friendly messenger bag

Posted on September 1, 2011 by admin

No, not designed for a boy, but for a mom who has three boys and wanted a bag which would withstand the rigours of an active, rough and tumble life! The exterior is a hard-wearing denim with a subtle herringbone … Continue reading →

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Butterfly messenger bag

Posted on August 9, 2011 by admin

I worked on a particular order in July for a customer in Vancouver, but haven’t been able to post about it yet, as it was destined to be a special birthday gift. I’ve just heard from the recipient and she … Continue reading →

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Work-in-progress pouches

Posted on June 8, 2011 by admin

These are two of the recent work-in-progress pouches I have made for custom orders. The coordinating fabrics are from a range called ‘Butterfly Carnival’ by Fabric Freedom of London. The orange butterfly print instantly caught my eye and I am … Continue reading →

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Hurrah for hats!

Posted on February 17, 2011 by admin

I’ve been working away on the knitting project bag and also on a needle roll and will post about my progress soon. I’m planning to put a clear fronted pocket in the interior of the bag and decided to hold … Continue reading →

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Mine, all mine!

Posted on January 17, 2011 by admin

I’ve been planning to make myself a new bag for weeks now and finally did it! Of course, I made myself a bag recently, using a new design I had sketched out over Christmas, but I still wanted something dark … Continue reading →

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Latest custom orders

Posted on January 9, 2011 by admin

A belated happy new year to you all! After a lovely, peaceful family Christmas, everyone is content to get back into a normal routine. New year, new projects, new goals. It is going to be a great year! This first … Continue reading →

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Curved bottom sling bag

Posted on October 12, 2010 by admin

This is the new bag style I have been working on. I have made gussetted sling bags in the past, but was keen to work out a more streamlined version. This style is great for showcasing a favourite fabric and … Continue reading →

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