A Carol Joy Fashions Purse Made it to Saks !

My Friend Nancy did me the honor of wearing a Carol Joy Fashions purse to a fashion event at a Saks Fifth Ave ! Thanks Nancy, you look beautiful!

...But Just Don't Tell My Husband

Well, I was at the fabric store yesterday getting a zipper (which my husband reminded me of about 20 times before I left) and of course I looked at the other offerings.

Hey, there was a line at the cutting table, what could I do? Oh, yeah, I didn't need to get anything cut...

Well, the point is that I got some really lovely, creamy brown wool felt that I can't wait to use at the holidays. I love this type of fabric, plus the color is neutral so I can match it with vividly colored beads, fabrics and brac brac. Plus, I used my 40% off coupon and bought matching brown trim.

So, when I get these holiday items made up, I'll show you, just after I finish all the other projects in my sewing room...might not be for another 10 years.

Anyway, happy sewing to you all!

New Purse for the Upcoming Display

I made this purse yesterday for my upcoming display. I'm calling it Diamonds...diamonds something, or something diamonds. See, the fabric on the bottom has a diamond pattern.

I was thinking a bride could wear this too, or it can be worn as an elegant evening purse. I love the fluffy trim, it has little braided loops in it and a little bit of sparliness to it too.

I hand sewed a string of beads on either side of the handle. Very pretty and feminine, I think.