Biking is fancy

Right now, it's all about bikes. Thus, it's all about bike bags--from here on out. A bike bag is just a bag--but with the addition of two sturdy snap straps on the back that make it possible to attach it to handlebars, racks, or whatever part of your bike you desire. I've decided that every medium sized bag I make from now on will have this option. It just makes sense! (You can also attach the straps to your belt for a gigantic fanny pack, if you are so inclined. The brown & pink one will be donated to the winner of the upcoming Dirty in Pink alley cat bike race. Where will the second one end up? Etsy? That's a novel idea.

keeping on

it's funny how quickly a dream loses steam. it doesn't help that i have been husbandless for the past month--not leaving much time for blogging and daydreaming and planning; what with all the parenting and working and sleeping i've been doing.

i got my new machine:it's a dreamy piece of machinery and cost more than my first car, but soooo worth it. it will sew effortlessly through 14 layers of fabric, has a walking foot, and will stitch a row of little alligators if you so desire. the other night i made a vinyl bag, and while i did break one needle, it was a small price to pay for a totally sturdy, well made vinyl bag with a vintage tablecloth lining. meesh and i tried to work 'tutorial' style, but i got way to anxious to finish. we used one of lotta jansdotter's patterns, and it turned out super cute. not a beginner project, however. especially not on vinyl.