Sunday Spotlight – Red Tropical Explosion


The Red Tropical Explosion handbag is one of my favorites!  I created this beauty last year with a lovely floral textile design, vinyl and a red color fabric.  Since I had an Etsy order to fill, I thought I’d share the finish product in a Sunday Spotlight post. My mixed media arts friends inspired me to mix it up a bit. …

The Weekend Bag- Is it a Hit or Miss?


Hello handbag junkies, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! Here’s a custom order I recently finished. This job required 20hrs to complete, but the end result is well worth it.  I upcycled a leather jacket and combined the fabric to match one of the tote bags I made two years ago. What…

Product Review – Vintage Singer Skirt Marker


Seam Ripper Joe…. and his Sewing Machine posted a picture of this vintage Singer Skirt Marker he bought for $6.00 (USD) at an estate sale this week and graciously allowed me to write about his great find.  I was curious and amazed that I’ve never seen this invention and didn’t know that it existed.  I immediately posted a comment “Does it measure the length? And What…

Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab?


 What do you think?  Is this a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? I started making this skirt last night! I still need to add the elastic to the waistband and hem the skirt, but I wanted to share what I’ve done so far. I haven’t made any clothing for myself in nearly three years!…

Yoga Mania Again


It’s yoga mania time again!  Here are some recent Etsy ads I’ve shared from my latest yoga mat bag project.   Stay tuned there’s more to come from LaCartera !     

Boho Chic 2014-Hit or Miss; Fab or Drab?


Although, things may not turn out the way you would like ~ sometimes they turn out better than you expect! That’s my new motto inspired by the Boho Chic 2014… So, please tell me if you think it’s a Hit or Miss; Fab or Drab? Last year I designed this Boho Chic tote bag with warm brown colors….

A New Adventure for LaCartera!


The Bedford, VA boutique closed this week, and it’s time for a new adventure for LaCartera!  This is not a sad or disappointing time for me, because I gave it a try, and the location was not a good fit for my product.  Since the opening of that location, I’ve sold more on Etsy, and to clients in the Washington, D.C….

Have you found an I LOVE you gift for Mother’s Day?


We can never have too many handbags right? Well Mother’s Day is  approaching!   Have you found an I LOVE you gift for Mother’s day? Free shipping on all purchases in my Etsy Shop until April 30th, 2014.  Use this code when you place your order “LCARTAMOM” for domestic purchases only. Stop by and say hello….at  https://www.etsy.com/shop/LaCartera Stay…

La Cartera’s Fashion Models.


Here’s a look into La Cartera’s world.  I found some spectacular models for my purses.  What do you think?? Here’s Amari with her mini duffel bag!  She fell in love with her purse as soon as she laid eyes on it!  She wants to start La Cartera Junior.  (Stay tuned!!) Here’s Baby La Cartera with her…

Grand Opening!


It’s official, I’ve finally opened my online Etsy Shop!  You can find me under LaCartera or Click here!  Please take a look, follow me and share with your friends.  I still have more listings to create so check in often. After 3 months of designing, sewing, blogging, and social networking, I can say that I’m getting…

Sneak Peek Friday’s


 Here’s a sneak peek into the world of La Cartera!  New design ideas for the weekend, special events, and first words. What’s Happening ! I have entered my blog into the Company Style Blogger Awards 2013!  Please nominate me in the Best Crafting Blog category.  You can do so by clicking on the link.  All…

Sneak Peek Friday’s


 Here’s a sneak peek into the world of La Cartera!  New design ideas for the weekend, special events, and first words. Special Event Follower Giveaway ~Follower Giveaway~ Follower Giveaway ! Hurray!! The giveaway begins March 9,2013.  I will post the rules at midnight tonight (Eastern standard time) to give the International participants a chance to enter. …