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Fly Bag

In my fibers class I decided to re-design the Fly Bag for my main project. I wanted to create something that seemed a little more finished than the previous version. I decided on a tote bag with lining, and since "fly girls" are always on the go trying to keep up with their creative endeavors I imagined she would like to keep her laptop handy. So I added a cushioned laptop pocket (ideally it would be attached inside, but I left it loose for now). I also felt the colors and details in the patterns would also make this tote bag feel a little more special. It was fun trying to figure it all out, but there were quite a few technical difficulties along the way.

I must say it was a very LOOOOONG process. Using inspiration from the colors on this site I dyed all the fabric from the lining to the handles in hot pink and sea-foam blue (my favs). It took a lot of sample tests to get the colors just right (see my sketchbook). Then I dye-printed the dots for the lining and feathers for the outer portion of the bag. The feathers didn't quite come out how I imagined...but whatever. Then crazy me said, "hey I'm going to embroider the Fly hummingbird as an additional pattern. That took forever! But I loved the way they came out. Sadly the fabric marker I used to sketch the birds is still visible! It's supposed to fade away after 24 hours - WTH!!! So that led to another whatever, what could I do, the project is due today and of course I was working on it up until 3am. The zipper was problematic and I didn't have enough fabric for the handles, so they're a little short. BUT overall I'm happy with it. It's only supposed to be the dummy before the final final bags but I couldn't resist going all the way.

Hot Shoes

These Moschino Cheap & Chic platform sandals are too cute! I especially love the yellow and metallic ones, which is why I had to share the angled AND profile view. Click here to see more or to treat yourself to the fabulousness.

Love, Love, Love!

Some more goodies I love...

1. Can't wait for the weather to warm up so I can rock these cute little wedges from Seychelles   2. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this album from Kate Nash. It's been on heavy rotation since I got it last week.  3. My mom bought this line of face creams, cleanser, and toner for me as a little birthday gift. I love how moisturized and fresh my face feels after using them all together; Annemarie Borlind.  4. These bite-sized ginger snap cookies are serious trouble. I eat way too many in one sitting, but they're so good, especially when you bite into one that has a nice little chunk of ginger. YUM! Triple Ginger Snap Cookies from Trader Joe's   5. Great resource for rich Victorian patterns; Victorian Pattern and Design.   6. This book is great for you type fanatics, including me; New Vintage Type.

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Andrew Holder

I love these graphic illustrations from Andrew Holder.

Duro Olowu

Beautiful patterns and colors in the most recent collection of designer, Duro Olowu.

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Fruit Baskets

Fun crocheted fruit baskets to hold candy, nic-nacs and of course fruit! Baskets by My Summer Playground.

Cool Collage

I really dig these panoramic collages by Technicolor. See more work here.