Sunday, 19 May 2013

Camper van bag

I haven't been around for a few handmade Monday's, so sorry for not dropping by other folks' blogs - hope you've all been having a busy time. Bag making has been a bit slow - mostly because I've been trying some new patterns as well as creating some more new designs of my own.

There's been a bit of an animal theme in my custom orders lately. First there was the rabbit bag, which was followed by another order for a rabbit bag. My cat themed messenger bag has proven popular, with a request for a slightly different version. This time using a pink and green tweed effect fabric.
Then there was a special order for a bird themed bag (but I can't share that one yet because it is a surprise wedding gift from the husband-to-be, so I'd better keep mum until after the big day!), and the peacock theme bag for my friend (which she loved by the way!)

So, it's been nice to start on some new projects. First, i'm trying to tweak my own pattern for a kelly style bag. I love the old retro shape of a kelly bag, so what better fabric to use than some lovely art deco fabric.
It's still a work in progress and a bit of a labour of love!

I also figured it's about time I made a bag for myself. I loved this 1950's retro fabric and the colours, I just had to decide what to make with it (but if my kelly bag pattern works I think it may also get that treatment!).
retro fabric
But I did manage to finish one item for my Folksy shop. I really enjoyed making this green and pink camper van bag - what do you think?
camper van bag

camper van bag

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20 comments:

  1. Is it just me or....?19 May 2013 at 18:44

    Lovin' it!

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  2. Unknown19 May 2013 at 18:44

    The camper van bag is amazing but I love the style and fabric of your kelly bag.

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  3. Louise@ElsieMayandBertha19 May 2013 at 18:54

    I love the cat bag with the tweed, and the camper van one is nice too. As is the fabric you've got for your own bag. Looking forward to seeing that one finished.
    Have a creative week.

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  4. Anonymous19 May 2013 at 19:03

    That camper van bag is great! Very 'trendy' and I love the colours. I love your cat bag too. I am a real sucker for messenger bags!

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  5. Wendy19 May 2013 at 19:29

    All lovely, but yes, that camper bag is gorgeous. I love the colours, and the spots, too.

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  6. Anonymous19 May 2013 at 20:16

    Fab campervan bag! I have that fabric but the colours are red and blue - I prefer yours much more!!

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  7. Anonymous19 May 2013 at 20:16

    Glad that you are ok :) The colours of your latest makes are so fresh and clean. The tart fabric is lovely. Liking the look of your 'kelly' bag. xx

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  8. Martha19 May 2013 at 20:44

    oh my goodness! what fabulous bags. i just LOVE the bag with cats - so adorable. my another favourite is the bag with the camper vans - what great fabrics you've use! the white polka dots on the green background are so cheerful :)

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  9. Ginx Craft19 May 2013 at 21:58

    The tweedy fabric on the cat bag looks so nice. I also really like the shape of the kelly bag.

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  10. threads 'n' shreds19 May 2013 at 22:33

    camper van bag looks great.Contemporary and fresh, sure that will get snapped up quickly x

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  11. Free Spirit Designs19 May 2013 at 22:35

    all lovely as ever!! The cat bag is sooooo cute and i really love the funky campervan bag too, you are so creative with all these different designs!

    Its great to hear that you are making a bag for yourself - well deserved!! x

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  12. Christmas Pie Crafts20 May 2013 at 10:27

    Well done, your bags are really fabulous. Such a gorgeous mix of materials. Hope you have a good week.

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  13. say it20 May 2013 at 12:42

    Love the camper van bag. What a fun idea!

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  14. Gill20 May 2013 at 18:34

    I love the green camper van bag!

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  15. Gertie20 May 2013 at 20:40

    I love the campervan bag. The spotty fabric works really well. Lovely use of colours and fabric textures for the cat messenger bag xx

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  16. Dawn 21 May 2013 at 02:36

    I love the camper van bag, well they're all gorgeous but as we have a camper van that one is my favorite.

    Just popped over from Handmade Monday

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  17. Unknown21 May 2013 at 06:53

    I love these bags....I may have to whip up a bag now...LOL...the kitty one is my fave...(hearts and smiles) :)

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  18. Jan21 May 2013 at 17:38

    I'm a sucker for good colour combinations and love the pink and green, I've got those colours on my blog post this week, the campervan fabric is beautiful.

    Jan x

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  19. Lilly's Mom21 May 2013 at 20:40

    Hi Helen, it was so fun to read this post and see your new designs. I love all of them! Truly lovely.

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