Metallic Pearl Strings in my Stock

It always surprises me when I actually inventory my stuff.  They don't call me a magpie for nuthin!  Aren't these pretty colors?  I use these pearls on these bridesmaids heart, and initial clutches among others.

I'm a Lucky Duck!

Lucky duck -- wow, that phrase sure dates me :)

Well, I couldn't think of a better way to describe what I feel--my sister sent me this bag she made--using the Carol Joy Fashions colors!  Isn't it beautiful?  There's a pocket on the outside front and back, perfect for holding business cards.  And she had one of my other sisters make a beaded clasp to hold keys. This is the greatest!  Thanks you two!

New Red, Black and White Fur Purses Photo Coming!

Enough said, I love black, white and red!

White Cloud with a Silver Lining

White Cloud with Silver Lining

I thought this was an appropriate name for this white fluffy bag with silver sequins. I know this sequin fabric has been around for some time, but I've just fallen in love with it.

And I love the pristine white against the animal print fabric.

I just uploaded this bag on Etsy.

My New Red, White & Black Logo Bag!!!

I finally finshed my logo bag see blog http://caroljoyfashions.blogspot.com/2012/06/whats-black-and-white-red-all-over.html

and my husband (aka the shipping department and photographer) took some great shots!

I love dramatic and this bag certainly shouts it! I used really nice, sturdy black faux leather for the main body and for the squares I added white cotton so I can wash it easily. I made sure I put a border on the top and bottom to minimize wear on the white cotton, but also to highlight the squares more.

I had a surprise while I was making this piece, I liked the position of the "C" better in the first square rather than in the second position (compare to my logo here.)



Anyway, it was so much fun choosing fabric for the lining--and I even picked up the red on the handles and the "O's" on the reverse side of the pockets.

I used the same red cotton broadcloth on the reverse side of the handles so they would wear more comfortably--the red "confetti dot" fabric would be itchy against your skin even though it looks great.

I used a lot of cushiony interfacing in this bag--I love the look and feel of it and plus, the added cushioning for the goodies in your bag.

I'll be carrying this bag with me wherever I go--and passing out my business cards and showing any stray purses I have inside this bag. Come say hi!

What's Black and White & Red All Over?

No, not a newspaper.

But before I get to what it is, let me just say my lovely husband (aka the shipping department) is making a wonderful shrimp pasta dinner (when he takes a break, I'm going to sneak some out of the pan).

Boy, he sure knows how to make great shrimp, he uses garlic, butter and lots of love...I need to get my mind off my empty stomach...

Okay, I'm in the process of making a "logo" purse. I think I made the concept up, but I'm not sure. It's going to look like my logo! I can't wait to show you, hope to have it done by this weekend!

Pouch Pairs

Well, these groupings are more than just a pair, but I like how Pouch Pairs sound!

Anyway, I've been finding some really cool fabrics and making a group of things out of the same fabric. These group pictures look awesome! Check out these closeups:

https://www.etsy.com/transaction/83453938?transaction_id=83453938

https://www.etsy.com/transaction/76175827?transaction_id=76175827

This Fabric Reminds Me of a Romance Novel

She knew he was trouble as soon as she met his dark, angry eyes. Such pretty eyes too, why did men always get the thick eyelashes?

She wasn't some namby, pamby push around kind of girl either. She was a solid 40 year old woman, darn it all, and had been married before, and was well versed at this relationship business.

She'd told herself to calm down when he made an obvious move to talk to her, and he'd commented on the avocado she'd forgotten she was holding.

"Press down on the end, see if it gives any." He'd said,and then sort of ducked his head, like a bashful boy realizing he'd spoken out of turn.

Well that did it. That did it. little boy cute yes, but oh, so yummy, in a grown up sort of way.


http://www.etsy.com/listing/75803656/shot-through-the-heart-ornament

Matching Shoes and Purses

IsabellaGolightly put together shoes and matching purses in this really pretty treasury, and thanks for including me!

http://http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4d89253ec8b06d914781da96/shoes-and-handbags-part-vi#4d89523686af8eef08198434

What's Black & white & read all over?

This bag!

This retro themed romantic cartoon fabric is so cool...I've made two bags with it so far. For some reason, I can show a woman a really dressy bag and one with this fabric, and this one wins hands down.

Check it out if you have time:


http://www.etsy.com/listing/69901975/freak-out-bag?ref=v1_other_2

Gingerbread Boy Purse

Tommorrow, I am going to be in the Bags and Purses Showcase in Etsy so I thought I would think outside of the box. To the left is my first purse that I will show...This purse doubles as a doll purse or christmas ornament for your tree because the purse body is only 3" tall! What do you think? Were your fooled, did you think this was a big purse?

http://www.etsy.com/listing/59354907/gingerbreadman-doll-or-ornament-purse