Solids-Only Tote Challenge-Retro Inspired Tote Bag

Tuesday, November 29, 2011



I've just completed my tote bag for the Solids-Only tote Challenge hosted by Keren of Sew la Vie and Rikka from Ricochet and Away and I have to say, it wasn't as easy as I thought it would be.  



I had idea after idea, but nothing really stuck until I decided to make something that reflected my childhood.

I gathered a few pictures of me, my older sister, my younger brother, my cousins, and my parents to help me out a little.






Brown and cream were the two colors that came to mind when I started brainstorming ideas for this bag.  I wanted to add a little something extra to it so that's where the bow came in.  The bow is optional, which is nice because I can get two different looks out of it, and the wooden button just adds to the whole retro vibe.



I'm Verrrry happy with the way it turned out!  I'm going to hold on to this pattern and add a few more details to it- like maybe a gusset for the bottom and the sides of the bag, and some inner pockets.  I see endless possibilities with this tote bag!  I'm already thinking about a red one?


Anywho,  you should go check out the rest of the tote bags that were entered into the solids-only challenge, everyone did a great awesome job!


Oh yeah! and did you see that bag my mom is carrying?  I'm thinking about recreating that bag some how.  I haven't quite made up my mind with what I want to do with it, but all I know is I love it!


Thanks for stopping by : - )

16 comments:

  1. Well done! I'd carry that bag in a heartbeat. Love it!

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  2. Seriously so polished and elegant. I like how you were able to use the hint of white too! And yes, the wooden button is the icing on the cake!! Really lovely!

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  3. It's just beautiful!
    I love the rown and white! And the big bow too!

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  4. I love this bag. I don't know where to start... The BOW I think is my favorite aspect of this tote. I love the retro white piping/border. It makes the bag more interesting. The wooden button is totally retro and gives a warm feeling like home and family. It is totally in tune with the style and the time of the photos of your family from the past. I LOVE your mom's bag! What a great project it would be to recreate it!!! Amazing job!!!!!! :-)

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  5. Ohh, it looks wonderful! <3 I love the button and the oversized bow!

    x
    Lost in the Haze

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  6. A fabulous bag; stylish and elegant. The white piping totally makes the bag and the retro, wooden button adds the finishing touch. Your Mum's bag would be great to make.

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  7. What a fabulous bag! I LOVE the bow with it - and so nice to see where the inspiration came from!

    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  8. What a great and fun challenge!! You did it up good girl! I love the bow you can add to girly things up a bit if you're in the mood. I adore the wooden button too. How fun to draw inspiration from your childhood?! I'd love to see how you interpret your mom's rad tote too! Congrats on completing this challenge, it looks awesome!

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  9. Your bag turned out PERFECT! Love the bow ~ you can't go wrong either way. Thanks for sharing your source of inspiration too. Great work!!

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  10. gorgeous bag!!! and i love your source of inspiration .
    love that bow!!!

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  11. This is gorgeous, I want one! Great job!

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  12. Oh my, those photos of you as a child & your family are THE BEST, soooo cute!!
    And I love your bag, it's amazing! Love that bow, great touch! I really like how you found your inspiration in your childhood, that makes it even more special.

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  13. Congratulations on your Silver Star, Tori...

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  14. Wow! I love that you showed your inspiration as well, it's always a treat to get a peek into someone's inspiration, beautiful job!

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