Thursday, July 14, 2011

The Bella Bag


My daughter wanted a summer bag and after looking at the local department stores and not wanting to spend an average of $65 for a purse, she turned to me and said, "Mom, can't you make me a bag?"  I certainly can, but was waiting to be asked.  You know how sometimes our kids don't want things that look homemade when all their friends are sporting the new Vera bag.


We set off to the fabric shop and found this pattern.  She then took some time picking out fabric.  I tried to stay out of it and let her choose what she liked.  She also decided that she wanted the covered buttons to give it a more finished look and longer straps so she could wear it across her body.  It was fun to make.  I hope that she will develop a spark for sewing on her own, but for now I'm thrilled that she's thrilled with her new summer bag!

Joyfully,
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21 comments:

  1. My Vintage MendingJuly 13, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    This one is so cute with the covered buttons. I cannot believe the price of purses. Maybe prices overall just make me gasp. Would you recommend the pattern...smiles...Renee

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  2. needle and nestJuly 13, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    You sound like such a great mom. I like that you waited for your daughter to come to you. The fabrics she chose are so pretty and stylish - kudos to both of you on a job well done!

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  3. Kathleen GraceJuly 13, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Beautiful bag and she did a great job choosing the fabrics! It sure feels good when you can do something so sweet for them:>)

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  4. LindaJuly 13, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    And who wouldn't be proud carrying that!

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  5. AnonymousJuly 14, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    It is so cool that she let you do that! What a neat bag :)

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  6. ShannJuly 14, 2011 at 5:32 AM

    Way better than a Vera! :)

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  7. JocelynJuly 14, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    You are a wise mother. Love the bag. I hope your daughter will enjoy using it.

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  8. LisaJuly 14, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Sew cute! And I love the fabric ya'll chose!

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  9. ElmaJuly 14, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Very cute!!!

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  10. Beverly @ My Sew Sweet StudioJuly 14, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Your daughter did a great job choosing a pattern and fabric. Great bag. Love the design elements of the gromets and covered buttons. I know what you mean about waiting to be asked and then hopping right on it.
    I think I have a pattern that uses those grommets. Going to look for it.

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  11. UnknownJuly 14, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    awww bless you must be wonderful being able to make for your daughter and a unique bag all for herself to no one else will have the same and made with love to you can't buy that. Its lovely and such pretty fabric, dee x

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  12. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~July 14, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    What a beautiful bag Renee!! I LOVE it! I totally would use that as a purse, its just perfect!! Where did you find that pattern and was it pretty easy? :) Smiles~

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  13. donnaJuly 14, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Your daughters bag is so cute. Love the buttons and the fabric she choose.
    Hugs
    donna

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  14. Blessed SerendipityJuly 14, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Her new bag is just darling. You did a great job. You should sell these.
    xo,
    Danielle

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  15. KathyJuly 14, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    That is such much cuter than a Vera bag! And how special that she wanted you to make her one instead. It definitely was sewn with love!

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  16. ElaineJuly 14, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    That bag is adorable!!!! I love the design and the fabric she chose. What a great mom you are!

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  17. Lilac BarriesJuly 15, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    Love the purse and am drooling over the fabric! would you mind telling me what fabrics they are?

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  18. Lilac BarriesJuly 15, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    oh and also what my vintage mending asked, would you recommend the pattern?

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  19. dthneeceJuly 15, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    What an absolutely gorgeous bag! Yes, you sure can sew a bag! I love the fabrics and the covered buttons...you make a great team!

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  20. CoraJuly 16, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    I love love love this bag! Super cute and love the fabrics she chose and put together! You both did an awesome job. Thanks for your visit today....I'm enjoying being back!

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  21. Little Birdie BlessingsJuly 17, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    It looks great!! She'll probably be asked by all her friends where she got it. You could be starting something here!! ~ Abby

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