Friday, May 1, 2009

A New Dogwood Tote and Its All MINE

Inspired by our Dogwood tree that finally bloomed (after having planted it 8 years ago) , I whipped up a new bag. I really like it, so this one is all mine. LOL
One side is a combination of two beautiful fabrics from Anna Maria Horner and on the other I've done a "rough" applique of a dogwood branch.
I'm also trying out my little rivot thingies. I've used them more as a decoration on this bag, but it will still give me an idea of how they'll hold up under daily use.
I like the look. :)Have a great weekend, everyone! And Happy sewing!
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16 comments:

  1. DiMay 1, 2009 at 12:56 PM

    Excellent tote bag! Now, where does one obtain cool rivit thingies and those neato rings?

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  2. Niesz Vintage HomeMay 1, 2009 at 1:17 PM

    Thanks Di!
    I got mine from a local leather store.

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  3. Abby and StephanieMay 1, 2009 at 1:35 PM

    Well it's just gorgeous. Love your dogwood brand and flowers and the rivets and rings make it look absolutely stylish and so professional!

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  4. Mary on Lake PulaskiMay 1, 2009 at 1:39 PM

    Very nice bag. So original and classy. I love it!

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  5. StacyMay 1, 2009 at 1:46 PM

    Love the dogwood branch. Cute tote! Hope you have a great weekend.

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  6. Jill -Forever and Ever HouseMay 1, 2009 at 5:18 PM

    soooo pretty!

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  7. willywagtailMay 1, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    I love the tree branches - beautifully done. No wonder you want to keep it for yourself. May I ask, what sort of interfacing do you use? Cherrie

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  8. RosemaryMay 2, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    Hi Kimberly.
    Very nice tote!!
    You have a great weekend too!
    Rosemary

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  9. StephanieMay 2, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    Oh my goodness!! This is so pretty and elegant. I imagine that you will be getting many compliments on them!!

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  10. BJ ScottMay 2, 2009 at 4:51 PM

    Totally amazing bag. You do awesome things with fabric.

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  11. UnknownMay 2, 2009 at 9:55 PM

    Love your new bag!! Great work :)

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  12. Georgia PeachezMay 3, 2009 at 3:38 AM

    Hi missie! Love the new bag and I am interested to hear how the rivets work out. I've been contemplating those for some time, but I had a bad grommet experience so I've been hesitating about investing in rivets. AND, I'm really glad to hear that there is hope for my little dogwood tree that is 5 years old now and has never bloomed either! Maybe in 3 more years!! xo, suzy

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  13. Jodi NelsonMay 4, 2009 at 4:13 PM

    Awesome Bag! I love the rivit's. ooxx`jodi

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  14. Nanette MerrillMay 5, 2009 at 8:12 AM

    It is lovely, artisitic and the linen makes it so simply classic. Darling bag KImberly.

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  15. Haunted IslesMay 7, 2009 at 3:00 AM

    What a beautiful, and beautifully made bag.

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  16. Niesz Vintage HomeMay 7, 2009 at 6:04 AM

    Thanks so much, everyone!
    Hey Suzy, I've been using this bag everyday since I made it, and I'm loving the rivets.
    Try using an awe to make the hole instead of a hole punch.

    Kimberly :)

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