Hello everyone, it’s “Hit or Miss time”! I created this Mini Duffle Bag for my 11-year-old cousin. A belated birthday gift that I hope she will enjoy for years to come. What do you think? Is this the makings of a Hit or Miss??? Here’s another view. The Mini Duffle Bag is upcycled from an Army…
Tag: Purse design
Another Santorini Tote! Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, it’s “Hit or Miss time”! I’ve just finished another Santorini Tote bag. What do you think? Is this the makings of a Hit or Miss??? The Santorini II tote is an extra-large tote with one continuous rope handle. Tug on the tote to open wide and pull on the rope to close shut. What do you…
Is the Santorini Tote a HIt or Miss?
Hello everyone, it’s “Hit or Miss time”! Here’s my latest project the Santorini Tote bag. What do you think? Is this the makings of a Hit or Miss??? The Santorini tote is an extra-large tote that’s perfect for the summer. What do you think? Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? Related articles Is the Stripped Tote Bag…
Blue Mood
Happy Cinco de Mayo! I wanted to share my latest fabric purchases with you. Yesterday, I went to my local JoAnn Fabric store. There were so many outdoor canvas fabrics to choose from at 50% off, I couldn’t resist the urge to buy! Since blue is my favorite color, I had to have these textiles. You know how I…
Upcycled Bow Clutch Tutorial
Here’s a quick and easy tutorial on how to upcycle two placemats into a cute bow clutch purse. Designed for only the essentials you need to carry to a wedding or night on the town. The party purse material only cost me $2.00. Super fun to make and so darn cute. Some of the pictures are a little dark –…
Is the Upcycled Bow Clutch a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, it’s “Hit or Miss, Sunday”! Here’s my latest project. The upcycled bow clutch. What do you think? Is this the beginnings of a Hit or Miss??? The bow clutch was upcycled from two placemats. I think it’s perfect for spring and summer weddings or an elegant night on the town. Here’s another view. The flap secures nicely under the strap and…
Is the Stripped Tote Bag a Hit or Miss?
Hit or Miss, Sunday! I had so much fun with the last hit or miss post, and I want the fun to continue!!! This is my latest project, don’t focus on the uneven strap tabs…it’s a work in progress. The stripped tote bag, I think is perfect for the beach, on a picnic, or anytime during the summer. What do you think? …
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…
Upcycle Sunflower Purse Tutorial
The Sunflower Purse Tutorial is simple to make with two round placemats. The handmade beaded handles add extra interest to textured placemats. Materials Needed Purse: Two thin standard round indoor/outdoor placemats (14 inch length x 15 inch width) Thread should match placemats Lining fabric (your choice) Magnetic Closure Materials Needed Handels: 18 large wooden beads 16 medium beads 24 small…
Sunflower
Introducing the Sunflower Straw Purse created from two placemats. If you’ve been following me you know that I had to repurpose the handles from my last hit or miss purse creation. This is a better use of the handles, and all the work that went into making them. The simple style with magnetic snap can handle your necessities and give…
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!
Spring Tote Bag
As I prepare for the opening of my Etsy store, I realized that I didn’t have an extra-large tote bag in my arsenal. So here’s the Spring Tote bag. I’ve had this fabric for 10 years. I can’t remember what I would have made originally, but it looks great as a extra-large tote bag. The illusion of the wood…
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