Aloha Beach Bag

Another variation on the Lunch Bag!


It's made from a pattern I found at Pink Penguin, that came with a very easy step-by-step tutorial on how to make the Lunch Bag. About a year ago I made my first Lunch Bag with this pattern, made of jaguar pluche and pink polkadot cotton.


A couple of weeks ago I showed a Lunch Bag I made of faux patent leather and black/white gingham.



This week I used the basic pattern to create a variation on the before made Lunch Bags. The inside of this bag is made of pink cotton, the outside is made of burlap. I myself always like the combination of the somewhat boring color of burlap with a bright color. I did this combi before when I made a Toy Sack for my daughters and still like it. 

Instead of sewing the handles I used bamboo handles that I once bought for another bag, but never used. To embellish the bag I bought a haircomb and took of the frangipani flowers. To attach the flowers to the bag I made a strip of polymer clay and punched little holes in it, so I could sew the strip to the bag like a button. With superglue I sticked the flowers to the strip. 



I love the Hawaiian look of my new Lunch Bag. I have been to Hawaii once and dream of going back ever since. Meanwhile I keep myself busy crafting Hawaiian related things :-) .

Comments

  1. Sarah LeonardJuly 15, 2013 at 6:34 PM

    Lovely design - I love the drawstring to keep the sand out too :) I love all your linkups this week.

    Thanks for linking up!

    Sarah @ A Cat-Like Curiosity

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    1. LizJuly 16, 2013 at 8:03 AM

      Thank you, Sarah! Just found your link party yesterday, so I linked up some of my projects! Love the name of your blog!

      Liz

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  2. Lucy BlossomJuly 15, 2013 at 7:18 PM

    I love your bags - the drawstring in the centre is such a great idea.

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  3. AnonymousJuly 15, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    This reminds me of a Victorian type age although I am not really sure why!

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  4. GertieJuly 15, 2013 at 11:31 PM

    They're gorgeous. I love the idea of the drawstring in the centre of the bag xx

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  5. Stampin' VMG206July 16, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    What cute bags! I love the Hawaiian one ~ it looks like you bought it in a shop while on vacation.
    I'm visiting you today from Project Inspired. I co-host a Linky Party Tuesdays and would LOVE for you to add this. I hope you get a chance to stop by my blog, leave a comment and Link Up, too!
    ~ Megin of VMG206
    Join me each Tuesday for Brag About It Link Up Party

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    1. LizJuly 16, 2013 at 3:53 PM

      Thank you so much for your nice comment and for inviting me to your party, Virginia! I just linked up some of my projects to your party! Have a nice day!

      Liz

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  6. Lilly's MomJuly 16, 2013 at 10:48 PM

    This is a great looking bag but it looks too complicated for me to make one. You are so talented in creating such lovely designs.

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    1. LizJuly 17, 2013 at 9:22 AM

      Thanks, Lilly! You can find the pattern at Pink Penguin and it's actually very simple. It's a step by step tutorial, showing pictures of every step.

      Thanks for your nice comment!

      Liz

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  7. AnnieJuly 17, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    Wow great idea to use the lunch tote bag pattern as a beach bag! Love the bamboo handles and the flowers, lovely bag!

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  8. UnknownJuly 18, 2013 at 11:36 PM

    I think the colors make the bag look fun and summery. nice job. Thanks for sharing, D

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  9. Witchcrafted LifeJuly 19, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    Ohhh honey, these are each so strikingly fantastic! I saw the first photo in my feedreader and gasped at little - it's timelessly, perfectly summery and beautiful! I love all three - awesome creations (you have mad purse making skills, my dear!).

    ♥ Jessica

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    1. LizJuly 19, 2013 at 8:31 PM

      Thanks, Jessica! That's such a nice compliment!

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  10. LizJuly 19, 2013 at 8:30 PM

    You're welcome! Thank YOU for sharing your nice party!

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  11. LizJuly 19, 2013 at 8:32 PM

    Thank you!

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  12. Kathy PenneyJuly 25, 2013 at 2:45 AM

    So pretty! I could just see carrying this on the beach at an island paradise! Thanks for sharing at All Things Pretty!

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  13. KathyJuly 25, 2013 at 4:57 PM

    This looks pretty - love the combination of fabrics and the fun addition of the flowers - beautiful bags! I am delighted that you shared with Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

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  14. Judy BisayaJuly 25, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    These are beautiful bags. I got to check the tutorial link. I might make this in the future. Thank you for sharing at Pin It Monday Hop. New hop is now open, please stop by when you get the chance. See you there Liz!

    Judy
    pursuitoffunctionalhome(dot)com

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  15. TheresaJuly 26, 2013 at 6:42 AM

    Your being featuring tomorrow on DearCreatives.com I love how your bags turned out. Be sure to drop by for your featured button. & feel free to share again. All my best, Theresa

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    1. LizJuly 28, 2013 at 12:20 PM

      Thank you so much for featuring my bags! Such a great honor! Have a nice day and see you at the next party!

      Liz

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  16. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥July 26, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    You are so creative! Love seeing what you come up with each week! Hugs and TFS!!!

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