Yesterday I put a new skill/craft together with an old one and made this Jane Austen book/tote/shopping/whatever bag!
I took a screen printing class back in November and I’ve been itching to really DO something with it—and this is the result! I screened the image onto a creamy cotton fabric which I then reversed appliqued to the front of the bag. It kinda reminds me of a portrait hanging on a wall—which has given me the idea to do a whole series of dead author portrait bags. I think I’ll have to tackle my beloved Dickens next. I’m pretty happy with the way it turned out and it’s now available in my shop!
What a beaut! I absolutely love the fabric, the silhouette, and am especially loving those little pleats on the bag.
Thanks Sarah! Polka Dots & Jane Austen are two of my favorite things so I’m a bit biased. :)
Hi! I’ve just discovered your blog (thanks to Sarah of the pink of perfection) and can’t resist commenting on this – it’s so beautiful! Polkadots and Jane Austen, what a perfect combination!
Kate x
Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Kate! I’m happy to know I’m not the only one who appreciates Jane Austen & polka dots. :)
I’m not sure why my comment didn’t automatically link to my blog, but never mind. If you’re interested, you can find me at http://www.domestikated.wordpress.com. Oh, and I was going to say that the only thing that would make this bag better would be a bow, and then I looked at your shop and hey presto! Polkadotty Jane Austen bags with bows!