Handmade Forum's 2014 Christmas Sale

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Nautical Ruffled Tote

 

Every time I agree to make one of these bags,  I always procrastinate because of the amount of work it takes.  But every time I finish one, I am so proud of how it turns out and this nautical themed ruffled bag is no exception.  This was a custom request for a friend and she loves it! 

To see the other ones I've made go here for the first one I made and here to see the cherry themed one.

To make your own, this is the tutorial I originally saw on Pinterest and based it on but tweaked,  Or if you would rather pay me to make you one, I will :)

Ruffle Purse

I made this ruffle bag for my friend, Karey who requested it after seeing this purse on Pinterest.   I have to admit, this purse was a lot of work since I never read the directions thoroughly and just end up tackling the project head on after skimming the tutorial.  Of course, there is actually a lot more detailing than what I normally have patience for and I have to say, I am once again pleased with the outcome.  Enough that I'm willing to make another one or two as gifts.