In the Making (pt 2)

I'd say my mom's bag is coming along nicely! This bag can actually be held in 2 different ways, giving the bag 2 different looks. It can be used as a shoulder bag or a handheld tote! This will be more understood as I'm finishing it up! I'm super excited about getting this done! I'm hoping today or Thursday! So far I'm about a quarter-way through.

Above: Here I am starting the pinning process to the main bag exterior to get it ready to sew. Also, I'm sewing the bottom panel on.

All sewn together! :) Currently I am working on the interior lining and inside pocket! *Do you see something on the upper left side of the bag?? I think you do!

That's right! I feel official now! :) I purchased some custom labels just for me and my bag business! (Sorry about the pics, my camera sucks!)


Doesn't it look fantastic?!
Keep posted to see the finished bag!!
xo TL

In the Making

I've started on yet another bag! This particular one is specifically for my mom. (I guess you should expect your first sale to be from your mother!) She chose the fabrics and now I'm getting to work! Both fabrics are a cotton twill which means they're just a bit stronger than regular cotton. I'm using a lightweight interfacing for the main bag part because this sort of purse is not meant to be stiff. However, I am using my heavyweight interfacing for the strap and the bottom of the bag mainly because those two pieces get the most use and you want something that can handle every day life!

Above: This is the fabric my mom chose. Very fall-like! Here I'm getting ready to press and then cut all the pieces I need.




Everything is cut! Next step is to start pinning and piecing and sewing! I'll be posting more pics throughout the making of this bag! Can't wait to see how this will turn out! :)

xo TL

Eminem - Not Afraid

I truly hated Eminem before his newest album! Now I actually like a few of his songs! And I actually like him better with brown hair instead of blonde. Figured I'd post this because it's literally in my head alllll day (...mindy...) So here's to you Mindy! haha! Here is Eminem with his single "Not Afraid".

and the winner is...

Hey guys! I'm super excited to announce the winner of the "4 Goals Challenge"! At first, I was going to make a short video of me picking a name out of a hat to pick fairly. However, my mic on my laptop decided not to work. SO, I found Random.org! This is a 100% completely random pick. I had to use numbers... so I did this based on what order you posted your comment.

The list is as follows:

1. Amanda

2. Christi

3. Valerie

4. Rachel

5. Ian

6. Kathy

7. Mason

8. Frankie

9. Mindy

Whatever number is chosen is the winner!

Are you ready?

And the winner is........................

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random integers, generated without replacment:

1

Timestamp: 2010-08-24 03:04:06 UTC

Number 1: Amanda!!!

(or Mandyloo as I now call her apparently...)

Congratulations!!! I really hope you love my handbag! It's going to a good home! :)

Here is your prize!! (I was eager to take a picture, so ignore the wrinkledness! I will press once more before giving it to you!) There is no enclosure for this handbag.. to be honest, I didn't like any option. However, if you would like one, that could be arranged. The exterior is black with tiny white polka dots, the band across the top is ruffled and the bag itself is pleated 3 times on the front and back. The interior is black with bigger white polka dots and has a nice sized pocket for all of your necessities! There's only one strap and both fabrics are a nice cotton blend. This handbag measures to be approximately 15" wide and sits 11" tall (measurements taken flat). I hope you enjoy your new handbag! :)

Thank you to those of you who participated in the "4 Goals Challenge"!!

(.....even some boys.....)

I will definitely be having more contests in the future so keep checking up here! To everyone: Please remember to follow through with your goals! It's important to work hard for what you want out of your life! Keep me posted on when you accomplish these! I'm excited to hear about them! :)

xo TL

One More Day...

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One More Day to enter for the "4 Goals Challenge"!! Thank you to all of those who have entered so far! It truly means a lot to me!

To clear the air a little bit here, I just wanted to say that winning a handbag designed and handmade by me is just an added bonus. Whether you "win" or "lose" is not the point to this challenge. It's about each and every one of you picking 4 personal goals to accomplish before 2011 to make your life happier, healthier and more fun in general! This challenge is about YOU. Again, it's important to pick goals that you know you can achieve easily, it's just a matter of actually following through with it.

So what are your 4 goals?

Also, I know some people have had a hard time commenting on here. If you cannot sign-in to your google or yahoo account on here to leave a comment... after you type out your comment, go to the drop-down menu that says "Comment as:" and choose 'Name/URL', type your name and then post comment. This option works for most.

Thanks again!

xo TL