G'day!
Thanks for all the comments on the deckchair finds (oh and how lovely Mr BC is, hmm, you don't live with him lol!), too kind, I must say I've been meaning to mention that I love to read what you all think of my adventures in thrifting and decorating – thanks so much -there isn't enough time in the day for me to work on my projects, blog, and comment back to everyone who is so kind to take the time to communicate, I suppose I could stop feeding and clothing my family…and live remotely in blogland…hmm…so errm just thanks
I wanted to show you my latest bag…The Winchelsea Bag…named after a little coastal town on the South Coast cos I love those old English seaside towns…you already know that. ..
I made this one just because.
Because my friend lg has spurred me back into making things.
Because I wanted a bag for a book, a camera, a few collected things
Because I love throw over ya shoulder totes.
Because I'm seriously digging navy blue and white stripes.
Because I wanted a casual bag for Thrifting Saturdays.
It fits the bill for me…casual, handmade and a little bit nautical…
The competition winner from last week for the lovely prints from Tessyla is Vikki K – Vikki I've emailed, congrats.
I've got more goodie Beach Cottage giveaways lined up…how exciting, and don't forget if you want your website/business/craft to be featured go here to read how, thanks, I'd love to have you!
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Alrighty ladies, it's 8.20pm here at the cottage and I sat down to blog and have now collapsed which is good 'cos Tuesday night is one of the only nights that there is anything decent to watch on tv…so I have a nice hot chilli-con-carne in the slow cooker, a cold beer and my pj's ready and waiting
see ya tomorrow, I cleaned up the newest Beach Cottage member today, that old lady vintage window – boy she is rocking!
stay tuned!
Your bag is so gorgeous. Is there no end to your talents?
I love your bag! It is so beachy! You are very talented!
Ok Sarah, stop being so incredibly clever and talented and finish off the guest toilet.. I have just found a new house and the guest toilet is diabolical!! Help me… Oh long time no see..
Love the bag, Sarah! The fabrics you chose look so great together.
I have always been a big fan of navy blue and white stripes. Red and white gets my motor running too.
Brenda
I dont think your talent ends! Always inpirational, you! That bag is adorable!
What a beautie. Love the bag. I always enjoy my visits here.
T
Love that bag, you inspire me to get crafty!
What a lovely bag! It is adorable as well as the lovely pictures of it it.
All the best from Germany,
Silke
Beauty of a bag! Can’t wait to see the new addition to your lovely beach cottage.
Squeals of delight!! Thank you, Sarah, for the wonderful giveaway you offered and I won! I have contacted Tess and excited to choose from the prints.
I love the classic navy stripes of your tote with the not-expected print for the straps. Very fun. The insides of bags are sometimes my favorite part with the contrasting pockets…
I LOVE THE BAG!
Good job on the bag! You’re color and design is totally on point according to my liking as well. Nice work! Happy creating!!
cute bag sarah, very beachy. oh how I wish I could sew! chili con carne sounds yummy and cozy bon apetit!
Love the bag. There can never be enough tote bags or jackets in my world. I’d rather have those than 100′s of shoes any day…shocking I know
I love your bag! Did you make the pattern up yourself? Is that ticking? I love ticking. There is something about it that draws me to it. Love how you used the sea shell fabric on the underside of the handles.
I see your camera is just running free in the bag. I have a great link to a fabric camera case for you to make for it.
Here ya go:
http://amyalamode.wordpress.com/2009/01/28/cozy-camera-case-tutorial/
Have a wonderful day!
Thanks for recommending my tutorial, Cheryl!
I looove your new bag! Or should I say lurve? Anyway, let us know if you have any bags like that for sale! I really need to get a sewing machine and learn to sew.
Great bag for all your thrifting finds
Alison
Sarah, the bag looks simply amazing. Love the way it looks.
Nicolette
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Love the bag! Love your blog! And seriously, we need about 48 hours a day to get everything done that we want to.
Fun bag, just perfect for weekend shabby beach shopping or heading to the beach to find new shells, the fabrics are a great choice.
Dear Sarah!
I’m totally overwhelmed by your countless talents! *slime*
Remembering your Eurpoean connection, I came to bother you with an off-topic question! *more slime*
What is the cheapest way to send a bunch of mags (round 3 kgs) to Europe? Hope you’ll ease my pain this time!
Thanks
Lovin the bag Sarah and can’t wait to see your vintage window!
Smiles,
Rachel
Hi.. I’m glad I had some free time today to just hop from blog to blog and get lost in yours… You have done a great job creating your white heaven by the sea… lovely! I’ll be back soon.
cielo
Your blog is an inspiration and makes me wish I was still back by the beach in Devon where I grew up (Torquay).
The Winchelsea bag is delightful – that town claims to be the smallest in England! See there’s also a Winchelsea in Victoria – have you visited?
Sarah, love how you’ve given a new home and life to so many rescued finds – more people need to do this to stop the ‘throw-away lifestyle’ we’re making. I no longer shop in new furniture shops – I love the thrill of the hunt in antiques/vintage shops where one of a kind still exists…..and a paint brush allows us to be creative.
Great casual beach bag Sarah.
I love reading your entries and seeing your home! We have slightly different styles but I’d still love if you’d visit my latest blog post and share your opinion on a design dilemma I’ve encountered. Thanks in advance!
http://wp.me/pAYXq-93
Oh yeah…. navy and white stripe screams nautical to me. Love the bag Sarah.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne
I love that bag, it’s fab!
love
Alison
x
Your bag looks fabulous!!
Love, bj
The bag is simply gorgeous!
Oh I love the winchelsea bag. I have a thing for navy and white stripes and the lining you chose is fantastic.I really love it. OH!~Sharon
LOVE the bag…pattern or tutorial? I’m thinking I need something similar to that…
And since I am too lazy to dig out the atlas and check things out…you okay with the dust storms and stuff?
I’ve got to find that map of Australia and/or the world map and get them up and mark the bloggers on it!
all well here thanks susan, tho cottage has a thick layer of red dust!
i used a tote bag pattern
S
xo
On Thu, Sep 24, 2009 at 9:49 AM, wrote:
Love the bag! Let us know if you decide to make and sell that!