Wahoo! Something exciting is happening on Bags for Zaza tomorrow.
I finally have some items to sell. Did you hear that? I said "items". Yes, there's bags, but I also have created a new surprise little product which will be debuting tomorrow. I'm gonna call the event Wacky Wednesday and here's how it will work:
The products will all be posted at 8pm (PDT). There will be NO bidding - just one flat rate which will INCLUDE postage. Isn't that exciting? So, it will be first come first serve. That's why I'm warning you ahead of time. You'll just hafta post a comment that says "Mine!" along with your name ... and that's it!
So, we'll see y'all on Wacky Wednesday at 8pm!
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Thursday, April 9, 2009
The Light
I'm finally coming out of this awful cold. There's a light at the end of the tunnel, a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, a worm on the end of the hook, and all that great stuff.
But the week is pretty much done, so let's just call this little unplanned interruption Spring Break and start over again on Tuesday morning. I'm almost positive we can have something for you by then.
Many Blessings as you celebrate Easter.
But the week is pretty much done, so let's just call this little unplanned interruption Spring Break and start over again on Tuesday morning. I'm almost positive we can have something for you by then.
Many Blessings as you celebrate Easter.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Still Alive
Hello Faithful Friends,
Yes, I'm still alive. But I'm not yet feeling even close to 100%. Wish I could tell you a definite date. I don't think you'll have to wait a whole week.
Have a lovely Monday.
Jennie C.
Yes, I'm still alive. But I'm not yet feeling even close to 100%. Wish I could tell you a definite date. I don't think you'll have to wait a whole week.
Have a lovely Monday.
Jennie C.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Aaaahhhh-choooo!
Yes, the weekend has come and gone - and still no new bags. I'm sick sick sick with some nasty version of the Rhinovirus which dives right down into the lungs and throws a big party.
Stay tuned!
P.S. A little birdy told me that Linda got her book finished ~ so perhaps we'll be seeing some more of her pretty creations?
Stay tuned!
P.S. A little birdy told me that Linda got her book finished ~ so perhaps we'll be seeing some more of her pretty creations?
Friday, March 27, 2009
JayP in the House!
And JayP gets the bag for $35!
We're taking a little break - please come back after the weekend for another bag or two.
JayP - please email BagsForZaza@gmail.com to make purchase arrangements.
We're taking a little break - please come back after the weekend for another bag or two.
JayP - please email BagsForZaza@gmail.com to make purchase arrangements.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Almanzo
Bid on this bag by leaving your name and a bid in the comments section. Or please the regular ol' chatty kind of comments, too! Bidding starts at $25 and increases by whole $s please. Highest bidder at NOON (PDT/MST) on Friday , March 27th gets the BAG! Postage extra. All proceeds go towards Zaza's adoption.
This bag isn't named after the book - it's named after the character in the book. Almanzo was a man's man, but also someone the ladies could swoon over. And this is a uni-sex bag, so I needed a name that appealed to all.
The flap features my version of the 3Rs: reduce, reuse, recycle! Just like Almanzo, the pioneer, did!
Thank you Cyrus and Ali for a fantastic modeling job!
Almanzo is my standard messenger bag, except the strap is extra long (52"_ and it's also knotless. If you'd like it shortened, let me know. I work in a mall that also has a university satellite campus; the kids seem to wear their bags super long.
The bag has two back pockets, one side pocket (with ziggy stitching), and two inside pockets -- plus a little inside pen pocket.
Sturdy blue denim from Mystery Pete.
Black faux suede (flap) from Melanie G.
Black and white plaid (straps and pocket lining) from a thrift store.
Blue Cotton (lining) from Leah R.
Scraps from Nancy B, Kera B, and Leah R.
P.S. And here's what's up at my house! So proud of my boy ... patiently sewing the emblem on his super hero cape! If the boy wants a cape - he must learn to sew!
He's currently into designing super hero costumes. He has a list of about 18 different heroes that he can switch into, based on the costume materials at hand!
P.P.S. Bathing suit shopping went alright. Ruching is good stuff! It covers all sorts of flaws - not that I have any - oh no :). But how come there isn't one bathing suit with everything right? If it finally provides good coverage on the backside, then there are decollette issues! I had to do some modifications, but now I'm finally ready for some splishin' and some splashin'!
P.P.P.S. That's all, you can bid now.
About the Bags ~ FAQs ~ How to Bid
Almanzo was created by Jennie C. and is located in Abbotsford, BC.
Click on any picture for a larger view.
This bag isn't named after the book - it's named after the character in the book. Almanzo was a man's man, but also someone the ladies could swoon over. And this is a uni-sex bag, so I needed a name that appealed to all.The flap features my version of the 3Rs: reduce, reuse, recycle! Just like Almanzo, the pioneer, did!
Thank you Cyrus and Ali for a fantastic modeling job!
Almanzo is my standard messenger bag, except the strap is extra long (52"_ and it's also knotless. If you'd like it shortened, let me know. I work in a mall that also has a university satellite campus; the kids seem to wear their bags super long.The bag has two back pockets, one side pocket (with ziggy stitching), and two inside pockets -- plus a little inside pen pocket.
Sturdy blue denim from Mystery Pete.Black faux suede (flap) from Melanie G.
Black and white plaid (straps and pocket lining) from a thrift store.
Blue Cotton (lining) from Leah R.
Scraps from Nancy B, Kera B, and Leah R.
P.S. And here's what's up at my house! So proud of my boy ... patiently sewing the emblem on his super hero cape! If the boy wants a cape - he must learn to sew!He's currently into designing super hero costumes. He has a list of about 18 different heroes that he can switch into, based on the costume materials at hand!
P.P.S. Bathing suit shopping went alright. Ruching is good stuff! It covers all sorts of flaws - not that I have any - oh no :). But how come there isn't one bathing suit with everything right? If it finally provides good coverage on the backside, then there are decollette issues! I had to do some modifications, but now I'm finally ready for some splishin' and some splashin'!
P.P.P.S. That's all, you can bid now.
Monday oh Monday
What is it about Monday's? The fact that I have to go shopping for a bathing suit today isn't helping matters.
But I'm super thankful to Sarah for purchasing The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me. I have never read that book, but it's on my shelf and I think I'll go read it right now for a little pick-me-up.
I'm going to post another bag later today - so stay tuned...
Sarah - please email BagsForZaza@gmail.com to make purchase arrangements.
But I'm super thankful to Sarah for purchasing The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me. I have never read that book, but it's on my shelf and I think I'll go read it right now for a little pick-me-up.
I'm going to post another bag later today - so stay tuned...
Sarah - please email BagsForZaza@gmail.com to make purchase arrangements.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me
How do you like our new format? Any questions or comments?
Bid on this bag by leaving your name and a bid in the comments section. Bidding starts at $35 and increases by whole $s please. Highest bidder at 9am (PDT/MST) on Monday morning, March 23rd gets the BAG! Postage extra. All proceeds go towards Zaza's adoption.
Here is the perfect bag for this Roald Dahl book... if a giraffe was going to be lavender, it would indeed be Dahl who would imagine it!
This looks like our typical BFZ carrier bag, but it's not. It measures almost 12" across, 11.5" tall and only 2.5" wide. With the narrower width, the straps are a bit thinner and the cell pocket is a cell pocket if you have a razor phone. If you do not, it is a lip-gloss or small-ring-of-keys pocket.
The fabrics were mostly a donation from my mother's friend, Cheryl. The giraffe print is a silk with velvet patches in two shades of lavender. It was a sample piece with the coordinating lavender, tan and black stripe fabric. The price tag was still on the silk and it actually said $180/yard. Holy smokes! The spots change colors with the direction you look at them and are so soft!
The front flap and the lip-gloss pocket are trimmed with a black and tan braid for added texture and flair.
The black bottom, sides and straps are a velvety soft corduroy. We thought it was velvet, but if you look very closely, it has tiny ribs. It is some of the softest fabric I've ever run across my cheek.
The back pocket, the lip gloss pocket and the insides are made with a tan ultra suede with a diagonal decorative stitching on it. My friend Donna donated yards of that beautiful fabric.
And the inside pocket, bottom and sides are from a decorator pillow that used to grace my mother's living room. The lavender velvet is a bit stiff so it holds the shape of the bag nicely.
I tried something new with the ends of the straps... circular! It compliments the shape of the giraffe patches and worked rather nicely. They are tied at 45" but could easily be tied 3 or 4 inches shorter or longer.
Bid on this bag by leaving your name and a bid in the comments section. Bidding starts at $35 and increases by whole $s please. Highest bidder at 9am (PDT/MST) on Monday morning, March 23rd gets the BAG! Postage extra. All proceeds go towards Zaza's adoption.
About the Bags ~ FAQs ~ How to Bid
The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me was created by Linda and is located in Phoenix, AZ.
Click on any picture for a larger view.
Here is the perfect bag for this Roald Dahl book... if a giraffe was going to be lavender, it would indeed be Dahl who would imagine it!This looks like our typical BFZ carrier bag, but it's not. It measures almost 12" across, 11.5" tall and only 2.5" wide. With the narrower width, the straps are a bit thinner and the cell pocket is a cell pocket if you have a razor phone. If you do not, it is a lip-gloss or small-ring-of-keys pocket.
The fabrics were mostly a donation from my mother's friend, Cheryl. The giraffe print is a silk with velvet patches in two shades of lavender. It was a sample piece with the coordinating lavender, tan and black stripe fabric. The price tag was still on the silk and it actually said $180/yard. Holy smokes! The spots change colors with the direction you look at them and are so soft!
The front flap and the lip-gloss pocket are trimmed with a black and tan braid for added texture and flair.The black bottom, sides and straps are a velvety soft corduroy. We thought it was velvet, but if you look very closely, it has tiny ribs. It is some of the softest fabric I've ever run across my cheek.
The back pocket, the lip gloss pocket and the insides are made with a tan ultra suede with a diagonal decorative stitching on it. My friend Donna donated yards of that beautiful fabric.
And the inside pocket, bottom and sides are from a decorator pillow that used to grace my mother's living room. The lavender velvet is a bit stiff so it holds the shape of the bag nicely.I tried something new with the ends of the straps... circular! It compliments the shape of the giraffe patches and worked rather nicely. They are tied at 45" but could easily be tied 3 or 4 inches shorter or longer.
Do Y'all Get it Now?
Full Circle goes to Alana for $30! Alana, please email BagsforZaza@gmail.com within 1 week to arrange payment and postage/pickup.
In case you haven't noticed yet, we changed the routine. Every 3 or 4 days, we'll post a new bag and you'll have 3 or 4 days to bid on it and then the next bag will go up. Comments, questions, suggestions?
And, of course, I can't say THANK YOU enough. Thank you for buying bags. Thank you for giving us fabric. Thank you for prayers. Thank you for sending kind words of encouragement. Thank you for spreading the word. THANK YOU. (thank you from Zaza, too)
And a special thanks to Nancy B this week. She facilitated the donation of a van load of fabric and yarn!
In case you haven't noticed yet, we changed the routine. Every 3 or 4 days, we'll post a new bag and you'll have 3 or 4 days to bid on it and then the next bag will go up. Comments, questions, suggestions?
And, of course, I can't say THANK YOU enough. Thank you for buying bags. Thank you for giving us fabric. Thank you for prayers. Thank you for sending kind words of encouragement. Thank you for spreading the word. THANK YOU. (thank you from Zaza, too)
And a special thanks to Nancy B this week. She facilitated the donation of a van load of fabric and yarn!
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Full Circle
How do you like our new format? Any questions or comments?
Bid on this beautiful Creation of Grace's by leaving your name and a bid in the comments section. Bidding starts at $30 and increases by whole $s please. Highest bidder at 9am (PDT/MST) on Wednesday morning, March 18th gets the BAG! Postage extra. All proceeds go towards Zaza's adoption.
Full Circle is made from a wonderful Italian tapestry fabric, a blend of material with wool and viscose being the majority. The tapestry is a thick material and so I made a tote bag so there wouldn’t be so many seams to try and join. The colors are golds, beiges and greens.
I made the front top and the front of the straps in a beautiful beige circle design – another of the over $100/yard fabric samples. It is viscose and silk with a raised nap in the circles. I had a small piece of braid that matched perfectly and so I trimmed the back and front of the bag with it for some pizazz!
The sides and back of the straps are a beige faux suede remnant.
Inside I used mostly Waverly fabric in green check which is a heavy cotton.
There are five pockets made of a black and beige sample piece and topped in beige with black and white polka dots.
This tote snaps shut with a single magnetic closure.
The straps measure 29 ½ inches. The bag is 12 x 13 x 3 ½.
Most of the fabrics were donated by my friend, Cheryl ---Thank you so much!!!
Bid on this beautiful Creation of Grace's by leaving your name and a bid in the comments section. Bidding starts at $30 and increases by whole $s please. Highest bidder at 9am (PDT/MST) on Wednesday morning, March 18th gets the BAG! Postage extra. All proceeds go towards Zaza's adoption.
About the Bags ~ FAQs ~ How to Bid
Full Circle was created by Grace and is located in Phoenix, AZ.
Click on any picture for a larger view.
Full Circle is made from a wonderful Italian tapestry fabric, a blend of material with wool and viscose being the majority. The tapestry is a thick material and so I made a tote bag so there wouldn’t be so many seams to try and join. The colors are golds, beiges and greens.
I made the front top and the front of the straps in a beautiful beige circle design – another of the over $100/yard fabric samples. It is viscose and silk with a raised nap in the circles. I had a small piece of braid that matched perfectly and so I trimmed the back and front of the bag with it for some pizazz!
The sides and back of the straps are a beige faux suede remnant.
Inside I used mostly Waverly fabric in green check which is a heavy cotton.There are five pockets made of a black and beige sample piece and topped in beige with black and white polka dots.
This tote snaps shut with a single magnetic closure.
The straps measure 29 ½ inches. The bag is 12 x 13 x 3 ½.
Most of the fabrics were donated by my friend, Cheryl ---Thank you so much!!!
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