HANDBAGS KEEP CHANNELING THROUGH ME

I love Christmas and when I can create gifts for those on my list, I feel like an elf at the North Pole! This was a very special kitty gift for a kitty-lovin little girl, very whimsical and downright folk artsy! As a matter of fact, this bag was the springboard for the "left turn" I took onto Collage Street, USA! What fun and relief to finally find a purpose for the scraps I couldn't part with for too many years to say outloud! I have been sitting on a goldmine!!! And so the bags keep channeling through me.................................

CHAMELEON SHOULDER SATCHEL

It's taken a couple weeks, and finally, I've completed this new bag, using a chameleon- like chenille that changes color in the lighting: from mint to olive to moss to teal with indigo, violet, and yes, subtle shades of yellow and red. I found this designer closeout sample piece, just enough for one bag, and thought I would wait until the fall to create the bag. But the luschious fabric kept calling to me, and I couldn't wait to do it up with leather and beads! So here it is..........I chose a combination of olive and chocolate cowhide, buttery soft and lightly waxed to hold up to the elements. It only seemed right to lace the irridescent metal beads around the flap of the front pocket. They shimmer and accent every color in the fabric, and are one more element in making this a one of a kind shoulder bag.

HANDBAG of the DAY

Good morning and what a glorious day it is here in southern California! I am off and running in a few and decided to post a photo of one of my favorite collaged pieces titled "Passage to the Stars". Not only is this useful and durable, but it is a one of a kind shoulder bag bound to stand out in the crowd! For all the specs on this bag and my other creations visit my cyber shop at: http://www.bizmo.etsy.com/

Thanks for looking and have a happy TGIF!