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Creative Exchange

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August 1, 2012 by Kendra 20 Comments

The beginning of this month, I signed up to take part in a creative exchange.


Creative Exchange

I was partnered with Cat from Stuff I Love, and it was a lot of fun getting to know her better. We sent a couple emails back and forth asking questions. Then I started stalking her blog, 🙂 probably read every post for the past year or so. Then it was her pinterest boards. I actually got somewhere, there!

The thing is, I had learned a lot about Cat. From what I could gather, there were some things we were alike in, but a lot of things that were completely different. So it was challenging but I truly enjoyed it! I found my inspiration of what to make her on Pinterest, so here is a picture of that.

NEW-Pleated-Orange-Large-Adjustable to Straps-Zipper Closure

I noticed every thing she like was in fall colors as well. So with the above bag in my mind I made a little trip to the store to see what I could find.

I didn’t have a pattern or any thing but I thought I could make a bag somewhat like that one. Here is what I came up with.

And because there was fabric left over I made a little pouch too.

The fabric really is brighter than it looks here, don’t know why it looks so washed out.

So I really enjoyed this little exchange and also like what Cat made for me. I do believe I will want to do this again!

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  1. Elizabeth @ noteverythingimakeispretty.blogspot.com says

    August 1, 2012 at 10:22 am

    I’m in love with this bag! Any type if sewing falls way out of my skills set. You did an amazing job, and it’s a great color. 🙂

    Reply
    • Kendra says

      August 1, 2012 at 10:32 am

      Thanks! It’s not an exact copy of my inspiration but close. And don’t worry about not being able to sew. I think it was my 8th Christmas that I asked for a sewing machine. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Michaela says

    August 1, 2012 at 11:53 am

    What a great purse, Kendra. It’s such a fun fabric choice! Thanks so much for participating in The Creative Exchange!

    Reply
    • Kendra says

      August 1, 2012 at 12:30 pm

      Thanks 🙂 Cat emailed me and said she loved it!

      Reply
  3. Debbie @ OtRD says

    August 1, 2012 at 1:37 pm

    Such a lovely purse! I’m loving what you made her and the fabric you used is just great!!

    Reply
    • Kendra says

      August 1, 2012 at 10:09 pm

      Thanks 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kelly says

    August 1, 2012 at 2:58 pm

    I LOVE THIS!!!! You did SUCH a great job!!!!!

    Reply
  5. April @illistyle.com says

    August 1, 2012 at 10:16 pm

    I love the bag! So cute! I also love your blog title. I would love to know more about your personal convictions in dress. Bless you sister! xoxo

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    • Kendra says

      August 1, 2012 at 10:53 pm

      Thanks April 🙂
      And about the dress, I’m thinking maybe I will blog about it? I’ve gotten several questions recently, so we will see.

      Reply
  6. Jill Flory says

    August 1, 2012 at 10:58 pm

    Cute bag and pouch! Red and oranges are hard to get true color photos.

    Reply
  7. Kassi @ Truly Lovely says

    August 2, 2012 at 1:42 pm

    Love it!!! Such a great gift to send!!!

    Reply
  8. Cat says

    August 2, 2012 at 8:17 pm

    Um, yes this was absolutely perfect! I was totally blown away! I have been drooling over that Pinterest bag for ages, and now I have my very own! The fabric is amazing and it’s exactly the right size. I cannot believe you didn’t have a pattern – it’s gorgeous! Thanks again for swapping – I’m going to try to get my post up tomorrow 🙂

    Reply
  9. Rachel Nichols says

    August 2, 2012 at 9:01 pm

    You did such a great job with this bag! I love the fabric you picked 🙂

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    • Kendra says

      August 2, 2012 at 10:03 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  10. Kristen says

    August 5, 2012 at 1:37 am

    Wow, I think you did amazing & I think it’s almost a perfect match to the inspiration…only difference I see is the other one had adjustable straps…no biggie. I’m in awe of you ladies that can sew…what a blessing!!

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  11. Jessi @ Practically Functional says

    August 8, 2012 at 11:06 pm

    I love it! What a great bag, and I’m sure Cat was thrilled with it too 🙂 Thanks for sharing at The Fun In Functional!

    Reply
  12. Jay @craftyspices says

    August 12, 2012 at 12:20 pm

    I love what you made. I would have no clue as to where to start. Lovely… Great Job.
    Thanks from http://www.craftyspices.com

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    • Kendra says

      August 12, 2012 at 1:48 pm

      Thanks! It took me awhile to figure it out as well 🙂

      Reply
  13. Deborah says

    December 4, 2012 at 8:21 pm

    What a beautiful bag! I miss sewing…gradually getting back to quilting (tendonitis in hand).

    Reply
  14. Cathy says

    February 7, 2014 at 3:38 pm

    Is anyone still doing a craft exchange?

    Reply

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