Only 20 more to go and re reach 100, wonder if we will get a telegram from the Queen.
A better week on the crafting front, think hate to say this but last week was too hot and humid. I love the sun but with a mild breeze, perhaps we should move to the coast. Talking of moving Lee and I were browsing areas, as you do, having a discussion that without ties we could move where ever we wanted. Out comes the ipad and looking at properties Wiltshire looks good and so much cheaper than where we are now could move like for like and end up with a big fat bank balance. Then you start to look into further detail and we love our home and would be hard pushed to get a replacement, so looks like we are staying put for the time being. Sometimes the grass is not always greener.
Okay back to the makes saw an idea of hessian/burlap bags decorated, being me I thought could make my own (not too keen on sewing hessian though) and add my own twist so here are my results, pretty little burlap bags ideal for a summer afternoon stroll or fill with gooodies a s a gift. Could be filed with crafting bits and pieces for fellow maker or a holiday gift for the children.
'CHRISTMAS'
Okay I said it and I have started on some ornaments, saw the idea on youtube going to add some stockings as well but love the vintage feel, glitter, feathers and roses.
The blog directory I started a few weeks ago has bitten the dust and been deleted as apparently no one wanted to join me in business promotion, a shame as all the media states that blogging and visiting and commenting on other blogs raises your profile.
Don't forget to visit the other blogs at Handmade Harbour
&
Don't forget to visit the other blogs at Handmade Harbour
Such a lovely bag - it is to pretty. Snazzy ornament too. A shame about the Directory, really though you would have lots of support. Like the material you have used. I am a fanatical house-hunter, and often think 'now is the time'. Then we look at everything we have done with our home and realise that to have a place with similar 'comforts' means starting again, re-designing and re-decorating, so have decided to stay put. Doesn't stop me checking out properties far and wide though. Hope you have a good week.
ReplyDeleteThank you for stopping by Jill, agree it is the starting from scratch bit I cannot be bothered with so like you staying put.
ReplyDeleteAgree shame about the directory crafters must be doing so well that they do not need extra publicity.
Those bags are really pretty.
ReplyDeleteI'm on the house hunt too, I need to downsize this time next year and will be able to go anywhere - I keep wondering if I'll find somewhere I like but then remind myself why it has to be done!
So I'm not the only one who looks at houses I'll never buy! Love the idea of living by the sea but especially on an island (my dream home would be in Greece). Love the hessian bags - the contrast between the hessian and lace makes them really special.
ReplyDeleteI really like the bags - strong but also very pretty. A really good idea. Hope you have a good week.
ReplyDeleteI didnt know about the directory! It must have been before I found you. I love the burlap bags they are so pretty x
ReplyDeleteWhat pretty little bags. Never tried hessian before. You have made them perfectly, and with the lace makes an extra special finish.
ReplyDeleteSometimes when the grass is green, you get there and it;s all been eaten!!
I also love the contrast of the hessian and lace and the lovely pastel florals too. I would love to have the opportunity to move somewhere even just a tiny bit nicer than here, but it's not going to happen for at least 25 odd years, and probably not even then unless we win the lottery and can give up our jobs.
ReplyDeleteyour bags are super! a lovely splash of summer and the flower embellishments are the perfect finishing touch :)
ReplyDeleteI can confirm that Wiltshire is a lovely place to live! I grew up in Sussex and Kent but Wiltshire is definitely home now :) x
Hi Carolyn.. The burlap bags are just adorable. I was looking around and saw the bee fabric sachets. Just toooo cute, but its hard to decide on favorites. I just love everything. I am glad to hear that Shiloh is doing so well:) He is growing up to be quite the handsome fella. Have a great week.
ReplyDelete(()) gail
We're going through the whole 'is there a better house out there for us' thing at the mo' too
ReplyDeleteLovely pretty and unusual Christmas ornament. Almost makes me ready to think about Christmas :-)
ReplyDeleteVery pretty makes, love the bags :)
ReplyDeleteI really like the idea of a telegram from the Queen, I hope so!
ReplyDeleteI love the burlap bags, very cool looking. Also the ornament is very pretty and sumptuous looking. Can't believe it's time to think about that stuff already. Where has time time gone?
Love the bags,they're so pretty,and the Christmas decoration is gorgeous.I love the vintagey touch.
ReplyDeleteI love your bags, I am going to try and make something similar, GREAT JOB!
ReplyDeleteOh burlap handbags, aren't they just lovely?
ReplyDeleteFrench, vintage style , love it! ;) I was thinking of making a burlap cushion covers with hand printed french labels!