in the bag
I've been doing pretty well with my personal challenge of making thoughtful gifts. This little bag is for my niece who just had a birthday. In the spirit of compromise, I tucked a few DVD thingies for her Video Now player inside the bag. By the way, picking out these little videos made me feel way old and out of touch. I had no idea who any of the teen singer/actresses were. Except Britney. And no way- I won't go there. Sydney is only 7, she's the perfect combination of girlie and sassy, but I don't want to help push her in any way towards slutty/creepy/icky.
I've been in the planning stages of Christmas gifts for quite awhile. Making lists, deciding on fabric and materials, making sketches. I've got a few more things to finish up in my studio (I'm having issues calling it a studio, but it sounds so much more artsy than office), and then I'll get started. The thing is, I can't exactly post photos of them as I go... the recipients might be reading. So forgive me in advance if things get even skimpier than usual around here in the project department.
Hope your week is going well. Did you vote today?!
Comments
I love the bunny button you used!
Posted by: Heather | November 7, 2006 11:05 AM
So pretty, a lovely gift.
Posted by: Mama Urchin | November 7, 2006 12:10 PM
hey, if i can call my nasty basement a studio, i think an office definitely counts! cute bag!
Posted by: hannah | November 7, 2006 12:20 PM
i LOVE that little bag. very thoughtful gift. i have a seven year old girl myself, and she would be in heaven with a gift like that (video now things included).
Posted by: Heidi | November 7, 2006 12:22 PM
You are as talented as you are beautiful. Sydney is one lucky girl to have an aunt like you.
Posted by: brian | November 7, 2006 02:29 PM
oh we love those little bags!! so cute. and way to go with meeting your challenges. bravo!
Posted by: tracy | November 7, 2006 03:53 PM
good work.
ditto on the britney biz. ugh.
it is so a studio. i've seen it. it's very studioish.
Posted by: estea | November 7, 2006 04:27 PM
i'm expecting to see that in person. you know, so you can shame me some more.
Posted by: capello | November 7, 2006 04:43 PM
The bag is lovely, I like the way you've put together these colours. I wish I had your eye for colours :)
As for music and movies, we stick to Disney types. Matthew's been watching 'Over the Hedge' for the last 3 nights.
Can't wait to see your studio.
Posted by: erin | November 7, 2006 07:20 PM
that bag is soo beautiful.... what a sweet sweetl aunt you are !!! Did I see that your dh make a comment ? Oh I want a studio...
maybe I would be more productive if I had a studio ... please post a picture of your studio !!!
Posted by: diana | November 7, 2006 07:35 PM
You are good. I must follow suit if I am going to have any presents for Christmas done too. I'm sure she'll love the shabby/chic bag - it's a beauty.
Posted by: Amy | November 8, 2006 07:25 AM
Pretty bag and cute button. Lucky girl.
Posted by: Erin | November 8, 2006 11:42 AM
That bag is so pretty - so soft and girly.
Posted by: beki | November 8, 2006 01:39 PM
cute bag. i'm sure your niece will love it. and you had me laughing at slutty/creepy/icky -- i agree!!!
and kudos to you for already planning your christmas presents.
Posted by: lera | November 8, 2006 04:09 PM
That's such a sweet bag! What a great gift. I also feel strange saying "studio." I still generally say "office." I don't know why. I didn't get to see your *studio* at the party!
Posted by: amy h | November 8, 2006 08:40 PM
I love your bag and I'm sure your niece did too!
Posted by: joanna | November 8, 2006 11:16 PM