Pages

▼

Monday, March 15, 2010

Library Bag

I have been wanting to make one of these for a really long time. I could picture it in my head and for once the real life creation is every bit as cute as the picture in my head. I wanted Lil A to have her own bag to take to the library. I finally got around to it- enjoy the tut!


First, cut out all of the shapes that make up the owl and iron them onto wonder under. ( I really need a new ironing board cover- working on it)

Iron all the pieces of the owl together. I top stitched the wings, eyes and nose before I ironed the owl onto the bag. Then I top stitched around the edges of the owl.
Add eyes to the owl. Mine are just fabric.

Cut out the word books using a cricut or scissors, iron onto bag and stitch.

Look and enjoy.



This was the hard part for me. I knew I wanted a place to keep the library receipt with the due date. So I cut a square of vinyl and zig zagged it on, leaving about a .25 inch at the top unstitched.

Top stitch ribbon to cover up the zigzag. Remember that .25 inch we left unstitched?- tuck you ribbon under for nice finish. For the corners I just folded the ribbon on an angle and kept sewing- this left less ribbon edges to fray or get caught on things. Place receipts in here so you remember when your books are due.... so you don't have humungo fines like me. Take to the library and stuff with books.




Don't be jealous of our library- it won Library of the year for 2005. It is a wondrous place.

I'm linking to:
Keeping It Simple
The DIY Showoff
Twice Remembered
Making the World Cuter
The Girl Creative
at

55 comments:

  1. abnsigosladyMarch 15, 2010 at 3:11 PM

    I love the boag. Great pattern. Laura@ the mansion

    ReplyDelete
  2. TashaMarch 15, 2010 at 3:14 PM

    I love it!! What a cute and fun idea.

    ReplyDelete
  3. PriorMarch 15, 2010 at 3:19 PM

    Really cute owl, and you did a great job! Lezlee

    ReplyDelete
  4. PriorMarch 15, 2010 at 3:20 PM

    oh, what a cute owl! and you did a great job! Lezlee

    ReplyDelete
  5. Megan GunyanMarch 15, 2010 at 3:32 PM

    That is so, so cute. And the receipt pocket!? Great idea!

    ReplyDelete
  6. JoyelleMarch 15, 2010 at 4:03 PM

    awesome job heather! lovin the little owl guy :)

    ReplyDelete
  7. berg4March 15, 2010 at 4:05 PM

    I just love all the creative projects you post - every day I look forward to more inspiration - thank you so much!

    ReplyDelete
  8. AnonymousMarch 15, 2010 at 4:37 PM

    The owl is so cute! This is a great idea. I also love the little pocket for the library reciept. Great Idea! I am always losing the reciept. My kids would love a bag like this. Thanks for sharing!
    Brooke @ The Craft Cave

    ReplyDelete
  9. KJ@letsgoflyakiteMarch 15, 2010 at 8:13 PM

    This is great! P.S. Love the receipt holder. I am the library's economic stimulus plan in terms of late fees.

    ReplyDelete
  10. MessyMissyMarch 15, 2010 at 10:27 PM

    I love that bag. My munchkin would love it too!! Thanks for the idea!! That looks like a fun project.

    ReplyDelete
  11. KaysiMarch 15, 2010 at 11:16 PM

    That is super cute! I love that you put a little pocket for the receipt because I am always losing it and have to print out another one. Thanks for the great idea!

    ReplyDelete
  12. ificouldMarch 16, 2010 at 4:27 AM

    So stinkin' cute! I posted a link on my blog: http://ificould-ificould.blogspot.com/2010/03/library-bag.html

    Thanks for another great idea!
    Missy

    ReplyDelete
  13. DeniseMarch 16, 2010 at 9:02 AM

    How cute, I love that you added the vinyl for the library ticket, what a great idea :-)

    ReplyDelete
  14. MarissaMarch 16, 2010 at 9:44 AM

    Love it...now only if I could sew. I'll need to find a friend that can help me with this fun project! THANKS FOR SHARING!

    ReplyDelete
  15. JulieMarch 16, 2010 at 11:03 AM

    This is adorable! I need to try this.

    ReplyDelete
  16. Gabrielle @ i.craftMarch 16, 2010 at 11:28 AM

    This is really awesome, I definitely have a thing for owls! :)

    ReplyDelete
  17. One Cheap B*tchMarch 16, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    Oh I love owls so much! This is so adorable! I want it for me!

    ReplyDelete
  18. Jen Sue WildMarch 16, 2010 at 12:12 PM

    What a cute idea.. I would love to put that cute owel on a shirt for my DD..

    ReplyDelete
  19. kim westMarch 16, 2010 at 2:41 PM

    Oh..love this. From the owl to the pocket! Pure genius!

    ReplyDelete
  20. Pauline WilesMarch 16, 2010 at 3:59 PM

    That is such a cute owl, and the space for the receipt is just genius!

    ReplyDelete
  21. Holly LefevreMarch 16, 2010 at 3:59 PM

    The owl is adorable and that bag is super functional...great idea. Stopping by from Lucky Star Lane!

    Holly
    504 Main

    ReplyDelete
  22. jenniferMarch 16, 2010 at 8:50 PM

    I love this bag! But the library receipt clear pocket was genius!

    ReplyDelete
  23. The Daun FamilyMarch 16, 2010 at 9:45 PM

    This fabulous! The pocket--wow--what an awesome idea.

    ReplyDelete
  24. LuckyStarErinMarch 17, 2010 at 8:18 AM

    This turned out really cute..... the overall design, colors, everything! Your top stitching skills are amazing. It's one of those things I haven't quite mastered. Thanks for linking!

    ReplyDelete
  25. avisiontorememberMarch 17, 2010 at 12:09 PM

    that is such a cute idea! I would love for you to link up to check me out saturdays www.iamonly1woman.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  26. concretenprimrosesMarch 17, 2010 at 8:00 PM

    Yes indeed the owl is cute. But you got me with the see through pocket with the receipt. This is my downfall! How wonderful to have a place to keep it.
    Kathy

    ReplyDelete
  27. Randi~Dukes and DuchessesMarch 18, 2010 at 8:30 AM

    I love your book bag ... and I LOVE the vinyl pocket idea. Brilliant!

    ReplyDelete
  28. JessiMarch 18, 2010 at 11:44 AM

    Not only is this ADORABLE it is so functional. Love the vinyl pocket for the receipt. Just another reason I need a cricut!

    ReplyDelete
  29. Mike and ShaylaMarch 18, 2010 at 12:31 PM

    So cute! I wished I could see how you folded the ribbon on the corners of the pocket.

    ReplyDelete
  30. PetuniaMarch 18, 2010 at 1:52 PM

    Your bag is adorale! I LOVE the owl! Thanks for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  31. ChaninMarch 18, 2010 at 1:59 PM

    Super cute! I really need to learn how to use a sewing machine!!

    ReplyDelete
  32. Fawnda@Fireflies and JellybeansMarch 18, 2010 at 2:09 PM

    That Owl is too cute and i love the clear pocket too! : )

    ReplyDelete
  33. JessMarch 18, 2010 at 2:18 PM

    LOVE THIS! That owl is adorable.

    ReplyDelete
  34. Amy @ Positively SplendidMarch 18, 2010 at 2:39 PM

    I just adore that little owl! Thanks so much for sharing!

    ReplyDelete
  35. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceMarch 18, 2010 at 6:15 PM

    The bag is adorable, and I love the pocket for the return date receipt. Thanks for linking up!

    ReplyDelete
  36. JessMarch 18, 2010 at 9:40 PM

    Wow I really love that. Owls are so in right now :) Come stop by my Favorite Things Friday Party if you would like to join in!

    ReplyDelete
  37. The No Money MamaMarch 19, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    A great idea and it is so cute! Great job.

    ReplyDelete
  38. JulieMarch 19, 2010 at 9:44 AM

    Love the bag we have one sorta like that we use all the time. Thanks for sharing with Made it Monday! Jules

    ReplyDelete
  39. UnknownMarch 19, 2010 at 12:00 PM

    That is a fantastic idea!! You are totally styling at the library! Great job. The receipt holder is so smart!!

    ReplyDelete
  40. TiffMarch 19, 2010 at 1:12 PM

    This bag is sooo cute! I love it!

    ReplyDelete
  41. LoriMarch 19, 2010 at 8:59 PM

    What a neat idea! I love it!

    Thanks for joining Get Your Craft On Thursday at Life As Lori... Please join me next week for another great party!

    ReplyDelete
  42. Christie // lemon squeezy homeMarch 20, 2010 at 10:20 AM

    Oh my, this is so great! I love this idea! My kids would love their own bag, as well! Thanks so much for the great idea!

    ReplyDelete
  43. Megan @ Megity's HandmadeMarch 20, 2010 at 10:36 PM

    Simply adorable! I think the extra little clear pocket was a brilliant idea! I have books that are two weeks overdue. Do you think that I could remember to take them back if I had the reminder? Possibly.

    ReplyDelete
  44. Fawnda@Fireflies and JellybeansMarch 21, 2010 at 7:20 AM

    I just wanted to let you know that I am featureing you today at:
    http://firefliesandjellybeans.blogspot.com/2010/03/sunday-spotlight-soys-favorites_21.html

    ReplyDelete
  45. The Charm of HomeMarch 21, 2010 at 11:10 AM

    That is genius! I absolutely love it. Yes, at that age a Library bag is an absolute necessity!
    Win Rachael Ray bake ware at my blog.
    Thanks!
    Sherry

    ReplyDelete
  46. AshleyMarch 21, 2010 at 4:55 PM

    love the owl! so cute!

    ReplyDelete
  47. Debbie @ OtRDMarch 21, 2010 at 6:39 PM

    I love owls and think this bag is the cutest thing ever! What a clean and simple design. I love it and love that you added a pocket to keep the receipt too! Great job!!

    ReplyDelete
  48. Cocukla CocukMarch 23, 2010 at 3:41 PM

    Love the bag, it is awesome, thank you for the idea

    ReplyDelete
  49. Homer FamilyMarch 23, 2010 at 10:44 PM

    Love the owl bag. Linked you on inaquietafternoon.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  50. Jen @ tatertotsandjello.comMarch 27, 2010 at 1:19 AM

    That is seriously awesome. Love it. I want one!

    Thanks for linking it up!

    XOXO
    Jen

    ReplyDelete
  51. Sawdust GirlMarch 27, 2010 at 8:01 AM

    I found you on Tatertots and Jello. I LOVE this. Thank you so much for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  52. ConnieMarch 27, 2010 at 10:35 AM

    I love this project!

    ReplyDelete
  53. MelissaApril 2, 2010 at 11:05 AM

    Thanks for the great idea. Check out my post about it!

    http://honeybeebzz.blogspot.com/2010/04/my-version-of-book-bag.htmlmake another!

    (Yours is much cuter)

    ReplyDelete
  54. MelissaApril 2, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    http://honeybeebzz.blogspot.com/2010/04/my-version-of-book-bag.html


    (that link should work now)

    ReplyDelete
  55. TaraApril 13, 2010 at 11:38 PM

    Found you through Tator Tots and Jello. I am now a follower. What an adorable bag. I have to make them for my kids. So cute!

    Tara @ Trendy Treehouse

    I am grabbing your adorable button too!

    ReplyDelete