The beginning of this month, I signed up to take part in a 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.
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!
Elizabeth @ noteverythingimakeispretty.blogspot.com says
August 1, 2012 at 10:22 amI’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. 🙂
Kendra says
August 1, 2012 at 10:32 amThanks! 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. 🙂
Michaela says
August 1, 2012 at 11:53 amWhat a great purse, Kendra. It’s such a fun fabric choice! Thanks so much for participating in The Creative Exchange!
Kendra says
August 1, 2012 at 12:30 pmThanks 🙂 Cat emailed me and said she loved it!
Debbie @ OtRD says
August 1, 2012 at 1:37 pmSuch a lovely purse! I’m loving what you made her and the fabric you used is just great!!
Kendra says
August 1, 2012 at 10:09 pmThanks 🙂
Kelly says
August 1, 2012 at 2:58 pmI LOVE THIS!!!! You did SUCH a great job!!!!!
April @illistyle.com says
August 1, 2012 at 10:16 pmI 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
Kendra says
August 1, 2012 at 10:53 pmThanks April 🙂
And about the dress, I’m thinking maybe I will blog about it? I’ve gotten several questions recently, so we will see.
Jill Flory says
August 1, 2012 at 10:58 pmCute bag and pouch! Red and oranges are hard to get true color photos.
Kassi @ Truly Lovely says
August 2, 2012 at 1:42 pmLove it!!! Such a great gift to send!!!
Cat says
August 2, 2012 at 8:17 pmUm, 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 🙂
Rachel Nichols says
August 2, 2012 at 9:01 pmYou did such a great job with this bag! I love the fabric you picked 🙂
Kendra says
August 2, 2012 at 10:03 pmThanks!
Kristen says
August 5, 2012 at 1:37 amWow, 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!!
Jessi @ Practically Functional says
August 8, 2012 at 11:06 pmI love it! What a great bag, and I’m sure Cat was thrilled with it too 🙂 Thanks for sharing at The Fun In Functional!
Jay @craftyspices says
August 12, 2012 at 12:20 pmI love what you made. I would have no clue as to where to start. Lovely… Great Job.
Thanks from http://www.craftyspices.com
Kendra says
August 12, 2012 at 1:48 pmThanks! It took me awhile to figure it out as well 🙂
Deborah says
December 4, 2012 at 8:21 pmWhat a beautiful bag! I miss sewing…gradually getting back to quilting (tendonitis in hand).
Cathy says
February 7, 2014 at 3:38 pmIs anyone still doing a craft exchange?