one, two, three
I made three of these tote bags this week, which was satisfying because making things in threes always is. But also, because we have been accumulating an awful lot of plastic shopping bags lately, and having some of these in the car and the parcel tray of the pram should help phase out the plastic bags from my life. I hope.
I did make three, but Arlo forgot to bring his home from school, so there are just two to show here. He takes his lunchbox and 'homework folder' in his. I used the design from Lotta's book (again) but changed around the sizes a bit so they'll carry more groceries/books, and some fabric I found here in Norway. The yellow cotton is from an opened sheet set I was given. I think it was originally purchased in the late 70's (it still had the price tag attached) and is mostly yellow and white floral, but with a dark green and brown pattern marching all around the edge. Oh, it's a beauty. And I still have lots of it left.
Fabulous Bags!
Posted by: Ruth | March 16, 2008 at 05:30 AM
Fabulous Bags!
Posted by: Ruth | March 16, 2008 at 05:31 AM
Lovely bags and great choice of fabrics!
Posted by: rebecca | March 16, 2008 at 11:25 AM
What great bags, I am inspired to get busy on some of my own!
Posted by: Kirsten | March 18, 2008 at 01:27 PM
those bags are simple but sooo beautiful!!
Posted by: erna | March 19, 2008 at 03:57 AM
ok, so I'm getting to see that as I scroll down, the fabric over there is pretty good. yes? I'm loving what I see.
Posted by: Tiel | March 20, 2008 at 11:10 PM
Both of these totes are so lovely!
Posted by: Chara Michele | March 27, 2008 at 09:46 AM
such a beautiful way to phase out plastic bags! i really love the fabrics you chose for both of these. (and i know #3 is lovely too :) ) xox
Posted by: amisha | April 14, 2008 at 08:25 AM