Chocolate....

This slogan is one I have used before, and one which is always popular.  I empathise with the sentiments entirely!

"Everything's better with chocolate."

Indeed it is!

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In favour of cats

The first version of this bag I published was clearly for a dog lover.  This one should appeal to cat lovers.  I found the quote online, and teamed it up with this beautiful cat face embroidery.

"A cat's eyes are windows into another world."

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Tongue in cheek...

...I do like this bag!  Not sure I would ever express the sentiments out loud, though maybe I would like to at times!

The message?

"I can only please one person a day.
Today is not your day.
Tomorrow's not looking good either."

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"I love music"

This is the second of my long handled tote bags.  The pattern is exactly the same as the last one, but I used a different panel.  I do resist repeating myself, particularly when I have an abundance of panels to use.  I think this one could be used to carry sheet music - or perhaps would just appeal to a music lover!

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Embroidered tote bags

The wonderful embroidery machine which I have been lent has been turning out embroidered panels for me, and I have been busy making them into a variety of bag styles.  This first version is a long handled tote bag with a squared off base.  I cut the panels to 7 1/2" square, and used 4" squares for the rest of the side.

 The message on this first bag is, "My dog's not spoiled.  I'm just well trained."

On the back I patched entirely in 4" squares, but also included a couple of patches made from pockets.  These are both attractive and practical - a useful place to slip in a shopping list or bus ticket, perhaps.

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Slogan bags

I am still using up my stock of embroidered panels.  This is the second style of bag I have created with them, and was very popular at recent sales. It was fairly quick to make, adapted from a pattern in one of my many bag books.  I adapted the straps somewhat to make them suitable (and possible) for denim - turning a denim tube is not a pastime I relish so I make straps by folding fabric lengthways and top stitching.

I am still collecting bag slogans - contributions appreciated!
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