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…
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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 –…
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!
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…
Creme de Menthe Purse Tutorial
I love Green!! You gotta love this purse with recessed zipper and rope handle. It reminds me of the Andes Creme de Menthe candy. I think all of the purse are easy to make but, seriously this one only took me 2 1/2 hours. That’s including the changes to the design and purse handle challenges. Since this was…
Paisley Park Purse Tutorial
Let your imagination run free, and try this purse tutorial. This super easy tutorial is fun. Make different looks from this one tutorial. I also reveal my secret design template too. Here’s a different look before we begin the tutorial . Materials Needed: 12 inch Heavy duty purse zipper Oval wooden purse handles Main fabric (Black)…
Paisley Park Purse
I’ve been busy creating the Paisley Park Purse. I had to share my retake of the Polka Dot Wonder Purse and will post the tutorial next. The clutch is also a nice addition I created a while ago. I think the color combination works…Tell me what you think??? Here are some pictures of the finished purse. The…
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