Another Birthday Tote

My friend, Christy, had a birthday on Sunday. In true Lera style, I didn't finish her birthday tote in time. It was only one day late, so not too bad. And better late than never, right?


I used Alexander Henry's Diamond Eye fabric for the out exterior and inside pocket. If you remember, I used this fabric before, for Kim's birthday apron. I even used the jumbo red rickrack again.

I lined the bag in solid red and included a divided pocket that is sized for a cell phone on one side and something else on the other.

Christy likes red, black and white together, so this tote came together pretty quickly. I was really "feeling" it. However, there are about four remaining birthday totes that I am late sewing.

They are cut out, but I'm not "feeling" them. So there they sit ... awaiting inspiration.

Comments

Heidijayhawk said…
i am in need of inspiration as well. i love that bag!
9:33 AM EDT
Anonymous said…
that is the cutest bag! I love the big red ricrack on the bottom. Black and red are so classic.

I need to learn how to line properly......you inspire me!
9:49 AM EDT
Karyn said…
That tote is great! I'm lovin' the black, white and red together!
10:06 AM EDT
Karyn said…
Oh, and thanks for posting on time today, that makes me happy :) LOL!
10:06 AM EDT
Anonymous said…
That inspiration is hard to come by some days. But I'm lovin' this one.

Cheers!
11:08 AM EDT
Amanda Jean said…
it's lovely!! I am usually not a fan of red + black + white, but I'm really loving this tote. you did a great job.
11:25 AM EDT
Anonymous said…
very cute, lera! i hate when the inspiration lags... but sometimes when it comes you can't craft enough, right? ahhh, that's good times. :)
11:32 AM EDT
beki said…
Now that is snazzy! I love it!!
2:52 PM EDT
Berber said…
Cute bag and very nice fabric!
4:57 PM EDT
christy said…
love it...thanks!
10:49 PM EDT
Anonymous said…
that's a great tote. i love that jumbo rick rack.
12:35 AM EDT
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