E-Tablet Clutch- Is it a Hit or Miss?


Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! You get the first look at the e-tablet clutch!  The perfect clutch to carry your electronic tablet, Kindle, and much more. What do you think? Is it a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? I used the toggle button, zipper and zipper…

Animal Prints- Is it a Hit or Miss?


Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I’ve never been an animal print type of gal, but these prints caught my eye!  “People can change….”  I’m still a little shy of the prints so I was a bit conservative with the tote bag creations.  I do plan to have a little fun with…

Backpack Purse- Is it a Hit or Miss?


Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I want to introduce the backpack purse!  I had so much fun creating this purse that I forgot to add pockets to this prototype.  I plan to improve this pattern and make a tutorial of this in the upcoming weeks. What do you…

Coin Purse- Is it a Hit or Miss!


Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I’ve taken a liking to coin purses lately, and wanted to share my latest up-cycled canvas fabric combination.  Using the brown fabric with light blue polka dots, accompanied with a paisley lining keeps the coin purse modern, and playful. The one featured here is 5″x5″. What do you…

La Cartera’s Retail Display.


Last week I was frantically sewing to prepare for my first display at BELL Treasures! Our “Boutique” space is so much fun to visit. Although, there was added pressure to make purses when I heard about the Centerfest!  I got it done. Cross body bags, totes, wallets, coin purses and clutches are available. Here are the other…

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…

Fall Collection! Is it a Hit or Miss?


Hello everyone, it’s “Hit or Miss time”! This is the beginning of my fall collection.  I’ve added a matching wallet and attached a key fab inside the tote bag.   I think with two inside pockets this tote can handle any girls needs. What do you think?  Is this the makings  of a Hit or Miss??? Here’s…

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…

Cross Body Bag! Is it a Hit or Miss?


Hello everyone, it’s “Hit or Miss time”! Several weeks ago I posted my Cross body bag design…. I shared my pattern with my “Auntie” who fell in love with this style.  Since then, I believe she has made three Cross Body Bags, including this gift she gave to me… What do you think?  Is this the makings …

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…

Cross Body Bag by La Cartera! Is it a Hit or Miss?


Hello everyone, it’s “Hit or Miss time”!  I’ve been working on some cute Cross body bags What do you think?  Is this the makings  of a Hit or Miss??? The cross over body bag, is one of my favorite designs.  Simple, functional and perfect for taking your necessities on the go.  There’s two front pockets and one is dedicated to…

Santorini Bucket Wristlet! Is it a Hit or Miss?


Hello everyone, it’s “Hit or Miss time”!  I’ve been working on the Santorini bucket wristlet.   What do you think?  Is this the makings  of a Hit or Miss??? The Santorini bucket wristlet was inspired by the mini duffle bag.  The wrap around zipper top allows for easy access.  You can carry as a wristlet ( strap not shown…