Monday, September 6, 2010

late summer bag


I finished my new bag this weekend. Oh, how I love the sense of accomplishment that finishing a sewing project brings. This is a slight variation on the mama bag from Handmade Home. My other mama bag has been such a big success, I wanted another for a more summery/early fall feel. This is made from a thifted piece of fabric (I think it was half a tablecloth) that I think has such a vintagey feel to it.
I added a top piece of dotted fabric (also thrifted) and some vintage buttons. I like the extra roominess that top piece provides. I added extra pockets in this one too. I find I really need them so as not to lose essential items in the bottom of the bag.
Modeling the new bag in the studio.
In other news, I got a haircut over the weekend (much needed!) and wore a new dress. And I twirled. And we went out for frozen yogurt as a family. And I took Jacob, my oldest, out to lunch, just him and me. And on Sunday I went to the zoo with all four of the children I gave birth to (my "loin fruit" as Faith insists on calling herself and brothers!), plus I went to Trader Joe's with all of them as well, and they all selected bottled smoothies, and that night we had cheese fondue--all 7 of us, together as a family. And I harvested tomatoes and squash from the garden. And I knit two long rows. That was a lovely long weekend.

20 comments:

Sarah said...

loin fruit...nice...she sounds like a spit fire that would sure be fun. Sounds like a fantastic weekend. I love the bag, too.

Holly C. said...

Love your bag and your hair. You look great!

MadameRenard said...

oh, the bag is lovely!
I like also that it's made from thrifted and vintage supplies. it makes it precious at my eyes!
Bye

Anonymous said...

You twirled!! I love that, so cute and fun! Sounds like an absolutely fantastic weekend! I laughed out loud at 'loin fruit'.

Alison said...

That dress is fabulous! I want one :D

Anonymous said...

Love the bag! And those red shoes! Sounds like you had a fabulous weekend.

Elisa said...

So pretty (the bag & the dress)!

Mary Beth said...

Thanks everyone!

Holly C.--my hair _only_ looks that good right after the hairstylist blows it dry. Alas, it will revert back to its natural texture as soon as I wash it :( But I do enjoy it while it lasts.

Kristen said...

Love the bag, love your hair and dress and your weekend sounds like it couldn't have been any better! Lovely post!

Anonymous said...

Wow don't you look great with the new haircut, twirly dress, and new bag. What a fun weekend. It sounds like great family time.

Anonymous said...

your weekend sounds fabulous. and your haircut is so cute!

love the bag, great job!

Laura said...

I am in love with your new bag! Your haircut is beautiful! Sounds like you had a wonderful weekend. Thanks for such a happy, feel-good post!

Karen said...

wonderful, all of it, MB!!! love the bag!! does anyone call you "M B"? one of my very best friends in the world is a marybeth, and that's what i call her. i finally got back to trader joe's too ... long romantic weekend in chicago with the boyf!

Joy said...

The bag is amazing! It definitely has a great vintage feel. You did a great job. :) It sounds like a perfect weekend. My "loin fruit" and I also went to the zoo this weekend then were joined by the boys for dinner. :) I sometimes find it tricky to balance doing "fun" things with just part of the group, but since everyone's not hear all the time, I just do what I can. Have a great week, Mary Beth!

Mary Beth said...

Karen--yes! Some people do call me MB! And I'm happy for your romantic weekend. Hooray!

Helen Gillis said...

Love your bag - looks great with your dress - Happy Birthday. I read your blog frequently, and am always inspired by you.

Helen in Malden, Massachusetts

Heather said...

Mary Beth, I LOVE what you did with the straps on the Mama Bag, just perfect. What a great way to celebrate the end of the season

Adrie said...

Love the bag!

Nicola said...

You are beautiful! Look at you! And I love your twist on the mamma bag! I made one over a year ago and like it, but I love your button detail!
Nicola

Mary Beth said...

Thank you, Nicola! You are very sweet!