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Category Archives: one of a kind
Butterfly messenger bag
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
Posted in business, custom order, handbag, messenger bag, one of a kind, sewing, showcase
Tagged "messenger bag", butterfly print, happy customer!, surprise gift
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Work-in-progress pouches
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
Posted in business, one of a kind, showcase
Tagged butterfly print, knitting project bag, WIP pouch, zippered pouch
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Hat fest
You may or may not know that I am rather fond of hats and will wear one at the slightest opportunity. Thanks to the wonderful Nicole Mallalieu in Melbourne, Australia, I am now able to make one of a kind … Continue reading
Posted in business, hats, one of a kind, showcase
Tagged BC, handmade hats, Nanaimo, one of a kind, Vancouver Island
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Function and fun in one
I was recently contacted by a lady overseas who wanted a bag made for her sister in eastern Canada, as a birthday gift. After much discussion I set to work making a bag which has, I think, fit the bill … Continue reading
Yoga mat bag
I have just started a restorative yoga class to help me restore some core stability after my back injury last year. Of course, this was a perfect excuse for a new project! I have been wanting to try making a … Continue reading
Posted in new product, new product ideas, one of a kind
Tagged adjustable strap, canvas, drawstring closure, key clips, multiple pockets, yoga mat bag
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Put it in neutral
Many, many bag makers these days use very bold, vibrant prints which immediately catch the eye. They are incredibly visually appealing, but that certainly does not mean that they are practical or necessarily well thought out. Even if the interiors … Continue reading
Posted in handbag, one of a kind, sewing
Tagged "courier bag", "messenger bag", "upholstery fabric", neutral, one of a kind
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Another custom order
I have just completed an order for a custom messenger bag. The lady chose a selection of pink and yellow fabrics and is going to love the way it all worked out together. The bag features an adjustable strap, parachute … Continue reading
Posted in handbag, one of a kind
Tagged "custom order" "one of a kind", "Martha messenger bag", handmade
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