Saturday, December 12, 2015

Fringed Flashback


I thought I would share
a bag pattern 
that I am having fun with

I had a request for this fringed bag
and when I first saw it
I was a little intimidated
 by the leather strap 
and setting rivets
But it was really easy!

I must say Im hooked on crocheting
these cute fringed bags
and its fun picking out
embellishments for the flap


I made the first one 
and one of the girls I work with 
fell in love with it
and bought it instantly!


After making these I decided to 
try a different color and handle type

The pre-made leather strap 
comes only in one size
and is not long enough
to wear as a cross body bag

So I made my own strap
from a faux leather fabric
I found at Hobby Lobby

The strap is adjustable so you can
wear over your shoulder or cross body


I liked making these so much 
I started looking around on Ravelry
and found this square
to make a smaller bag
for my granddaughter

I found a pre-made bag at Hobby Lobby
and made the square into a
rectangle to fit the bag

No sewing up the lining!!!



I have another larger bag 
from this square in the works



But first I need to finish
Christmas presents!

If you would like to make your
own fringed bag the pattern is here

Thanks for stopping by!!

Robin

Thursday, October 29, 2015

Its been a while…..

I'm sorry I have been 
away for so long
I just found the need 
to step away for a while

But I'm back!

I have been crocheting away 
(amongst other creative endeavors)
This is a current project 
that I made as part of
my Halloween costume
We dress up at work 


Its been a looooong time
since I have used #10 thread and
a 1.00mm hook
This was very challenging
and it took me a few tries but
I was determined to make this!

These old eyes aren't what they
used to be


But once I got past the BLACK
thread it was pretty easy


I cant wait to wear it
with my whole get up!!

Anyone going to a 
Dia de Los Muertas celebration??
We have one here each year 
at Mission San Luis Rey
and its pretty amazing!

Thanks for having a look

Robin