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Continuing my quest to make ever more, even quirkier, unique Peg Bags….My week started here! After considering where I would most like to take my washing in order to get it dry ~ having no electric dryer (living in the dark ages and all that) I considered it would be very cool to set off in my orange short set and matching hat to a remote, very deserted desert Island to watch my whites waft in the wind!! Hand drawn , cut and appliqued novelty Peg Bag ~ check out my Etsy Shop for more quirky items and gift ideas!
On a little roll of creativity, I got, interjected with…an urgent request from a lovely lady in the UK…..Could I make her…..An Origami folded fabric tote in the ‘little owl’ fabric, the same as I had made my little 8 pocket pouches???? But, Of Course!! I even gave her the option of a bespoke lining colour and wadding effect!! No sooner had I had her reply, I was racing off to the fabric store ~ before it closed to buy the requested colour – Duck Egg Blue!!
Received request…Sourced Fabric…Produced the next day….Listed for sale…and sold!…all within two days ~ shipped… and my lovely lady received it the day after ~ what a turn around in under 96 hours!!! My lady was so please I received this little note…….
I absolutely love my new tote and pouch 😊
Thank you it’s very well made and is already in use
It is definitely a talking point
I will remember you in the future for more purchases and recommend you to friends and family
Kind regards…
A wonderful result to make a creative crafter very happy!!!
Whilst on my jolly jaunt to source the Duck Egg Blue, I succumbed to purchase a little ‘Scottie’ Print cotton fabric as well ~ couldn’t resist! SO…
And then…..
Another ‘plumped’ up version…using some more of the Duck Egg Blue cotton fabric for the lining………….
If you want a conversation starter…this is a good starter!!
Moving swiftly through the rest of my week…………
I had enough ‘Owl’ fabric left to then combined it with a rich burgundy cotton for the lining for another unique tote creation….check it out……….
back to where I was eventually in the week….Peg Bags ( with included Peg Doll creations for a lovely unique feature)
…Do you know how difficult it is to fashion Peg Dolls with full length Culottes ??? LOL ~ wish my garden was that tidy btw!!!
Another little cutie ~ I hope the little fluffy at the back can keep up!!!?!!!
A change of direction from the previous week’s makes…. having some ‘owl’ fabric left over from the commission and a selection of 8 inch squares hanging around for no apparent reason ~ I combined the two ~ into a simply colourful duo Place Mat Set…
…on a ‘skewed’ roll again, rounded my week off 😉
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/294299903/set-of-six-coastermug-rugs-pink-and?ref=shop_home_active_3
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Ok!!! I reckon tomorrow is a sewing day off after that week of creativeness 😉 perhaps a little weeding is in order ;-/ ???
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Everything is wonderful and I love it all but I especially love the owl tote and pouch. 🙂
🙂 Thank you so much Jackie ~ they are one of my favourites too!
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Not boring me at all. As ever, in awe of your talent!
Thank you so much for your lovely comment Bekki 🙂
Unbelievably cute; love the totes and matching purses or pouch I should say…again you are SO clever Caren.
Thank you so much for your lovely comments Sue 🙂
So much creativity in one place :@) Can’t get boring!
Thanks Irida :-), though I sometimes wonder other’s might think they are being hit by creation overload lol…even by my own usual, I was stunned when I looked back over the week on just how many things I had achieved ;@)
When you say you have been busy you mean REALLY BUSY !!! don’t you.
And as for the thought of you boring us even entering your head, you can forget that idea for a start …consider yourself chastised on that point LOL.
Such wonderful work, your arms must have been like bee’s wings .. you must have the muscle tone of a 23 yrs old 🙂 no bingo flaps in sight I bet.
As for your self portrait on the beach ~ including the retro orange short set ~ no wonder you wish you were there, you never cease to inspire me with all your amazing talent it’s an honour to know you, wishing you many a sale so we can all see what you dream up next 😀
Dear Mrs P 🙂 Thank you so much for your lovely and very kind comments. I did wonder it might be ‘crafty creation overload when I uploaded them all in one post’!! I was quite stunned myself,when I recounted all the things lined up on the chaise from this weeks makes;-)
LOL wouldn’t it be great if you could just cut yourself a new body shape from felt when you feel a bit fed up…I’m definitely going with the ”modelled on me” (though from some years hence!! 😉
It’s astounding to see how your creative mind works from one project to the next with unrivalled success, looking at your progress there could have little to no time for sleep, stout or a malaise on said chaise!!
Your “Modelled on Me” peg bag obviously captured your Marilyn Monroe phase, and talk about cuteness overload on the duckling bag, not to mention the catwalk for designer clothes peg people … BRAVO Mrs T
Thank you again so much Mrs. P :-)….though I hope I’m not on a pathway as a ‘case study’ if I keep randomly jumping from one mad creation to another LOL to be honest I could probably keep some psychologist in a career 😉
When 2nd born is on his psych rotation I’ll give the heads up .. we can tag team him, the poor lad will be signed off double quick time with a first to boot
Oh!! 🙂 Wonderful idea, I don’t mind being a useful specimen, if it helps your 2nd born’s studies!! LOL I wonder though…if a tag team of nearing blue rinse stage women have been documented in this way before??? More over….what will our diagnosis be???? We might both benefit from a little all inclusive stay…. in a padded cell ;-D
I’m pretty sure a ‘Blur Rinse’ study will be a first ..perhaps he could major in this field LOL
LOL…I bet it could even earn him extra honours 😉
Phew!
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I just love your scenic peg bags (and the idea of watching washing dry whilst sunbathing on a desert island in an orange bikini). This set of placemats with the Owls is my favourite to date, too.
Thanks so much Sheila 🙂 As Mrs. P noted, modelled on myself during my ‘Monroe era’ LOL
I must admit I was super pleased how the little owl mats turned out, the 8 inch fabric squares I’ve had floating around for ages, were just the perfect colours to match in, always a bonus when you can make something from seemingly nothing at no extra cost 🙂
Your peg bags are a delight to my heart Caren! I love the little duckies and can’t wait to see more of your skillful creations! Love, Sharon x
Thank you so much Sharon I get so much pleasure knowing I have brightened some one’s day with my little creations 🙂
You most certainly do Caren! ❤
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You’re never boring Caren :), and your prodigious output is always inspiring. I love ❤ all your latest creations but the first cottage peg bag is my favourite. Very cute. 🙂
Aww Thanks so much Sarah:-) They were a pleasure to make. Hope you have been keeping well, and lovely to see you back in blogland again! I have seemingly vanished once again, MIA due to so many exciting things happening with the family atm ~ hopefully will settle down soon then I can resume posting 😉
I know the feeling. Have fun, and see you again when the dust settles. 🙂
OMGoodness, I have been having kittens over our daughter and her driving test…SHE PASSED!! WooHoo 🙂 Our son is about to get his degree, so off to a graduation! Been whisked off to Royal Ascot for my (upcoming) special birthday!! Hubby rotating through so many ongoing roofing projects ~ mind boggling…ME…well, not settled at all cos of the aforesaid, so, shuffling between fabric and paint 😉
Wow! Congrats to your daughter and son on passing those milestones. You must be super proud/relieved. 🙂
Have you been to Royal Ascot already? How was it? Did you have a fancy outfit? Will you be posting any photos?
Thanks so much Sarah~ I am a very proud Mum without a doubt!
Royal Ascot was amazing, never having been to a live race event before, it was SO what I imagined and then ..SO MUCH MORE!!! Our daughter even won a race she bet on…omgoodness I never thought I would see her elate to such extremes in my lifetime….she now wants to make it an annual event for the two of us ~seems like she has been caught hook, line and sinker 😀
I’ve never been to a live race event but I love watching horses. Royal Ascot must be a wonderful experience. I hope you and your daughter get to go next year, and that she carries on winning. 😀
ooo! If you ever get the chance of a wish!!! Ask for a day at Royal Ascot Sarah 😉 It is a wonderful experience…but do remortgage your house beforehand if you want a glass of wine during your outing!
Oh dear, I will add it to my wish list then, but I won’t be holding my breath. I don’t expect to meet any genies or fairy godmothers any time soon.
LOL….You never know ;-)!!
Indeed, you never know what life will bring. I certainly never expected to be living in Ireland.
As long as one is happy in life, I don’t think the area location should matter, as life seems full of surprises….may all of yours be good ones Sarah ;-)!!
You too, Caren. 🙂
These are amazing!! Very cute and very unique, a week wonderfully spent!! 😀 😀
Dear Mithai,
Thank you so much for your lovely comments 🙂
You are most welcome!! 😀