Handbag Junkies’ it’s my favorite time of the week again! I’m introducing the quilted gift set. It’s a mini quilted tote and the trifold quilted vinyl pouch. What do you think? Is it a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? The mini tote bag completes the gift set. It’s ready to fill with your hearts desire. I initially thought it would…
Tag: handmade purse
Leather Mini: Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab?
Handbag Junkie’s it’s my favorite time of the week again! I’m introducing the Leather Mini. It’s a wallet, a pouch, or a mini clutch. What do you think? Is it a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? I’ve been longing to use my leather scraps from upcycled projects and the leather trim remnants I found at my…
Tips for Sewing Leather
The love hate relationship I have with sewing leather has forced me to seek help to improve this relationship. My problems were solved with a simple can of WD-40 and a leather sewing needle. That’s right WD-40, or you can use sewing machine oil. I read through many tips and watched YouTube videos that suggested buying a roller foot, or walking…
When do you use spray adhesive?
Do you use spray adhesive when fusible interfacing is just not in the budget? Or, the quilt batting is driving you insane when it shifts around? I found Dritz Spray Adhesive at JoAnn Fabric store, and Amazon for $12-$15 (USD) . It is a bit pricey, but I never buy it unless I have a store coupon. I use this spray as a temporary adhesive spray on nonfusible interfacing, stabilizers…
Free Sewing Supplies in Exchange for a Tutorial
I’ve been selected to participate in Totally Tutorials Free Supplies for Tutorials Exchange, and K & C Supplies is the gracious sponsor for this event. Thank you Totally Tutorials for making the connection! I’m so excited, because I just received my supplies today! If you love to sew, and need zippers, buttons, or zipper pulls click on the…
Boho-Chic Purse: Hit or Miss?
It’s that time again! I’ve been working on this tote inspired boho-chic purse. Tell what you think…Is it a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? I found these textiles at JoAnn’s Fabric store. The dark brown textile has a raised print that almost looks quilted, and the Waverly canvas print compliments one another very well. I think this could…
A Fall Mood
Since Fall is almost here – I had to find fabrics for my collection. I found canvas fabrics on sale at 50% off the regular price while shopping at my local JoAnn Fabric Store. My favorite color for the fall and winter season is “you guessed it…” brown. Black and greys are every girls staple color too, but…
Hit or Miss?
My first attempt at upcycling two placemats with handmade beaded handles. Is it a hit or miss? Using only the materials on hand… Nice try or try again? Don’t be shy~tell me what you think? Stay tuned there’s more to come from La Cartera!
LaCartera Designs 
You must be logged in to post a comment.