Everything Old Is New Again

We have a wedding to attend next week a mere 800 miles away! We debated about whether or not to go and one condition was that we both had the right clothes to wear and shopping (read:spending more money) wouldn't be necessary. Once that was determined we responded yes to the invitation. My friend is shocked & thrilled that we're coming and said she didn't expect it. I told here, sure, ours was a throw away invite "They'll never come!" But all kidding aside, we are looking forward to it.
I took out that 'little' black dress and a jacket that works great with it and then searched for the shoes/heels/torture containers! I do not wear heels except for...weddings! I'm tall enough and have bad feet.
Anyway, the shoes appeared to be fine but style-wise, I wasn't so sure. They are 12 years old!
I decided I'd make 2 stops to find new shoes and if not, oh well. Not only did they have to be stylish but not big bucks. I might not wear them for another 5 years. At the 2nd stop, I found a great pair, partially comfortable and the price was excellent. On the way home I remembered I had an evening bag that would work great. Bingo!
This is a very sentimental piece. My father was a leather designer and in his day very modern and clever. I only have 2-3 of his pieces & the bag is older than I am and we know, that's old.
I took it out and it instantly made me smile. As I opened it....rrrrip....the stitching was coming out on the sides...dryness,old age (just like me!). Glue? Nope. I have a machine but wouldn't dare attempt it. I took it today to a real old style shoe repair shop and gave him the details and could you please have it done yesterday? Pretty please? Well...45 seconds and $3 later the bag is perfect! I am so silly excited to be able to use it. It will hold a tiny comb, a tissue and little else but I will have my Dad's work in my hand at a special wedding 800 miles away.
I can't wait!

It's hard to tell but it is patent leather and black fabric. Yes, the lining is discolored...so what?! And how about that change purse? Adorable!!!

Custom Orders

I just received a custom order from a repeat customer and I thought it was a great idea. I have made dozens and dozens of the little mini purses. They have so many uses. It originated with wanting to carry my own Sweet 'N' Low packets. They are business card size, can hold your own tea bags and store cards. They have been used as a presentation for a gift card. Place lip balms or first aid needs inside as well. They will even hold a small cell phone,too.

My customer wanted one to hold her medical cards and information. Here's the piece and I hope she's pleased. I love custom orders!!! Send me your ideas.

Flu Flu...fly away!

I thought I was safe from the awful experiences described to me by others who have had the flu this year....operative word "thought". I don't think I have it...yet! Aches, headache, sore throat but no fever. I HAVE to ignore it. I have too much to do. So I have had loads of tea and have taken Airborne, zinc lozenges and aspirin...cross your fingers for me.

Just completed the 2nd of 2 custom orders. I love getting them and knowing this is exactly what the customer wants. The first was a pair of adult neck savers and the 2nd is my Fiesta Mini Purse. Fun colors! I have them in bunches of other colors in the shop.