Fun Find

While trolling around blogs looking for some creative ideas, I came across this free tutorial from Anna's blog Noodlehead.

How cute is this idea?!!! What a great way to reuse those old cargos. I am pretty sure in a house full of boys I can find a pair somewhere that has been hiding in the back of the closet. What a great book bag. The idea of a nice long strap is so appealing and kid friendly. Ya gotta have those hands free! I am going to give this project some serious thought!!!

Isn't She Lovely!

I have thinking that it is time to spruce up my currant purse situation. I wanted something large enough to handle a mom's world, but also something cute and fashionable. I decided to give the Amy Butler Frenchy Bag a try. I have only ever made one bag before this. I have to say that the instructions were very easy to read. It is intimidating to cut such beautiful fabric!

I managed to brave the cutting and sewing. As a beginner I did have some issue with the lining. The problems were totally my fault, thank goodness they are inside the bag where no one can see it! I love my new Frenchy Bag. It has turned out to be just what I needed for this time of year! It is light, holds lots of stuff, and I just love the colors. I am such a sucker for green and orange! I think maybe this fall I can try my hand at another bag!