A couple of Bags

2 "new" bags. The teal one is an "early work" Loribelle bag that needed some tending. It's pretty but has some less than perfect stitching inside. Will be sold for less than other bags. The black & white is one I created after seeing some other bags & wanting one that was different but striking in just black & white.

More details to follow.

Sabrina Skinny Swing Sack!

This oh so cute swing bag is a custom bag for my teenage friend Sabrina. She showed me the style she liked and she picked out the fabrics. This bag is about 8 1/2" tall & 6 1/2" wide. There is a zipper pocket on the front flap and on the back of the bag. To ensure the flap stays shut, I've added a magnetic snap. Under the flap is a zipper and inside are more pockets. The inside pockets are slip style in different sizes to accommodate everything a 14 (almost 15) year old could possibly need. It will work if you are 24 to 104 or any age in between, as well!

This custom made quilted bag is $35. You can contact me directly if you'd like to have this darling bag made just for you or as a gift for someone you love.

Swing Bag and a Batik Ruffled Tote

Two new bags have just been finished for Loribelle Bags! The first one is a style I've shared before in THIS post. It's a Ruffled Market Tote. This one is designed with batiks and some mottled pink fabric for contrast. Like the original, this has the adjustable elastic tie that can be tightened to keep items in the bag tighter or loosened to allow you to access the bag completely. Outside you'll find a pocket for the essentials (digging for that cell phone on the bottom of your purse is never fun!). Inside are 2 large slip pockets on one side and 3 slightly smaller ones on the opposite side. The quilting on this one is different. This is free motion quilting in a meandering style (no particular pattern). This will go on my Etsy site soon for $35.00.



Next is a "prototype" for a swing bag a friend ordered. There are a lot of changes to be made to this bag from the sample you see here. I'm not even showing you the lining b/c it was really just thrown in and is not neat like I'd like it to be. I made this from scratch without any pattern so I was mainly working on getting the pieces to fit well and get the zipper in. The real bag will have a zippered pocket on the flap and a zippered pocket on the back of the bag. It will also have rounded corners. Plus, the flap will actually fit the bag and there will be real straps! LOL!

See if you can find the "hidden message" on the flap and why it's there. : )

Thank you for stopping by my website!

A Patchwork Bag

This bag is a variation of one I made last fall. If you go to my post HERE and scroll down you will see the pink/black zebra/polka-dot version. I'll add dimensions tomorrow, but will say for now that it is a VERY roomy bag. I've added slip pockets on both sides. One is a large single slip pocket and the other is divided into 3 sections, with one being slender for a pen and the others large enough for a cell phone or checkbook.

The quilting on this bag has some variations. You'll need to click on the close ups to see the details of the quilting. On the sides I did the standard "grid" quilting that I have done up to this point on my quilted bags. However, on the front and back I tried some new styles. I used a decorative stitch on the small patch with the "patchwork" look built into the fabric. I made one big X on the other top patch. Then on the lower patch I did a variation of free motion quilting. I followed the vines on the fabric to add a different look.

This bag will be on my Etsy site on Monday. If you would like to purchase it before then, you can leave a comment after this post. This bag is $30. As always, it can also be custom designed.

Harlequin and Polka Dots

This tote is just bursting with fun! The Harlequin diamond pattern makes me think this might be called, "Joker's Wild." This bag is quilted with ribbon added for a special detail on the front. Inside you'll have a long zippered pocket and a large drop pocket. The straps were made from wide ribbon which adds such charm to this bag!

This bag is $25. It can also be custom made with your choice of fabrics.

Pretty Paisley In Pink

A pretty purse in paisley and pink! This darling bag features a button top closure to keep items secure.

The inside has one large slip pocket on one side.


The other side has a zippered pocket.


What a great Mother's Day gift this would make! This bag is $25. You can order it directly from me for the next day and after that on my Etsy Store HERE. This bag can also be custom ordered in the fabrics of your choosing. Quilting is available for an additional charge.

Ruffled Market Tote

With "Earth Day" this month, this new bag is the perfect addition to the Loribelle Bags collection. Generously sized at 15" tall, 14" wide and 5" "deep" this bag can be used as a Market tote instead of the flimsy plastic bags. With this space and several slip pockets inside (FIVE!!!) it would make a perfect tote for just about any occasion. The front features a buttoned pocket sized just right for a cell phone or small billfold. I've attached elastic to the ties, so even with the bag cinched closed you can open it enough to insert items. You can also untie it and open it fully for easier access.




I've machine quilted this bag, which gives a nice layer of batting, or insulation. This should help keep cold foods cold longer than the little reusable bags or plastic bags. It also makes for a nice cozy tote to carry! While this bag wasn't originally designed to be reversible, if you want the pockets on the outside, there are no visible seams, so this can easily be turned inside out and used with the pink side out.

This bag is for sale for $35 and will be on Etsy in the next day or so. If you'd like to buy it before I list it on Etsy, please let me know. This same bag can be ordered as a custom bag in the colors of your choice for the same price.

Thanks!

PS, this bag doesn't have a person's name yet. I'll name it after the person who buys it.

Kathybelle Kraft Carry-All Tote Bag

Introducing the Kathybelle Kraft Carry-All Tote Bag!

This bag was made for and is dedicated to my dear friend Kathy, fellow craft-aholic, who was recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer. We are praying that she will have many long years to keep crafting!



This long awaited bag is THE bag for anyone who stamps or scrapbooks. This bag is about 18"x18"x 8". The exterior has a LARGE zippered pocket ideal for putting all of your personal items in (or even a small purse). The opposite side has 2 large slip pockets. As shown, you can fit different size stamp sets in these.

Each end features a slip pocket: one for a cell phone and one for a water bottle.

Inside is the organizer every crafter needs. One large slip pocket fits a Scor-Pal or other 12 x 12" surface.

There are 4 slip pockets on the outside of that pocket ideal for stamp pads, small stamp sets, tape rollers, hand held punches, and so much more.

The other side has 2 large slip pockets large enough to hold a standard size 12" paper cutter as shown. There are more slip pockets outside of these.

Each end has deep slip pockets. The short ones are ideal for holding punches and the long one will hold a heat gun.

Straps are not shown in the picture, but this bag will have a set of straps for carrying by hand as well as a long strap for carrying on the shoulder.

This is a CUSTOM ORDER BAG ONLY. YOU can choose your fabric and which pockets you'd like. This can be made as a quilted bag for an additional charge.

This bag starts at $50.

Please note, no craft supplies are included with this bag. Any supplies shown are for demonstration purposes only.

2 Tone version of Katie Bag

This bag has the same cute curvy design as the Katie Bag (seen HERE), but has 2 tones for the main portion of the bag. There are actually 4 fabrics in this bag: the pink/black polka-dot, the zebra stripe, the black on the base, and the inside and straps are hot pink.

This bag features slip pockets on the inside and outside (if desired). Zip pockets can be added for an additional charge.

Like all my bags, this can be custom ordered with your choice of fabrics. Contact me for more info or to order.

This bag starts at $25.

Messenger Bag

Introducing the Grace Messenger Bag. This messenger bag is made of a sturdy canvas exterior with heavy interfacing to make this a bag that will stand the test of time and lots of loads. The lining is a 100% cotton fabric that matches the exterior. Inside of the bag are 2 slip pockets. One is gusseted and one is a flat slip pocket. When I was discussing options for Grace, she mentioned that her old bag had pockets under the flap on the outside of the main bag. I thought those pockets would add a nice extra carrying space. I've divided them so a pen could nicely fit into the slim pocket.

This bag starts at $35.

Sports Team Tote

Show your team spirit with a new quilted bag! This generous tote says "GO TEAM" in a BIG way! Combining team logo prints with color coordinating prints makes this a fun way to carry everything you need to the game, the store, work, or anywhere you need to go. The bag measures 13" wide by 13" tall with a depth of 7" across the sides. The front and bag are quilted with batting and the bag is fully lined. Straps are made of ribbon on this sample, but can be made of coordinating fabric as well. This bag has a magnetic snap closure to keep items from spilling to easily. Because it is lined, it makes a good market tote to help insulate some of the cold items on your list.

Most NBA, NFL and many NCAA teams have fabrics available, but please ask before ordering to ensure your team's fabric can be purchased.

Optional:
Slip pockets inside
Zippered pocket(s) inside
Ring and hook to attach keys

This bag starts at $30

Note: This tote can also be made in non-sports team fabrics.

The Katie Bag

This tote turns style on its side. The curve of the bag and the seams meeting on the front and back rather than the sides makes for a darling tote that is both fun and functional. This bag can be made with slip pockets as shown or additional features such as zippered pockets and a magnetic snap closure can be added. This bag starts at $25.