February 4, 2009

Let the fun continue....

Oops, had to edit to add a link for the bag pattern.

OKAY GIRLS, I'VE SELECTED A WINNER OF MY TOTE BAG AND GOODIES. IT'S KRISSA BROWN!! CONGRATULATIONS KRISSA AND THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO LEFT A COMMENT. IT WAS FUN READING THEM ALL.


Krissa, please email me at stamplady@satelephone.com with your snail mail address.

Krissa Brown said...
WOW, love the colors on the bag...TOO CUTE! In my purse I have...work keys, car keys, 2 diapers, small pack of wipes, kleenex, nail clippers, wallet (wish it had money in it..LOL), 2 bottles of Window Chalk from decorating the car for my oldest daughter's cheerleading competition last weekend in Dallas, and last but not least Tylenol. :) Thanks for the chance to win...LOVE your stuff!!


If you're interested in the pattern for this tote, you can find the information in THIS post, where I showed my quilting bags. I improvised the pattern for this bag and just made it on my own, using 2-1/2" squares.

First, I wanted to thank you all so much for your comments yesterday. Your heartwarming messages meant so much to me and were very touching. You certainly made me feel better. Thank you for sharing your stories and thinking of me. It's so evident that our friendships reach so much further than a simple computer screen. I wish I could give you all big {{{HUGS}}}.

On to the fun stuff.......Nichole has a very exciting Papertrey announcement today. I'll let you read all the details on Nichole's BLOG but I'll give you a few hints......it involves shopping....a fun challenge.....a cute tote.....a gihugic shopping spree......YOU MUST CHECK IT OUT!

I thought it would be fun to play along with Nichole's challenge so I created this fun little, patchwork tote. It uses Moda and Amy Butler Fabric.

An adorable little tote, finished up with Papertrey Berry Sorbet ribbon handle and a fancy little bow and heart embellishment.
Completely lined and oh so cute! Well, I think so.With a little somethin' inside.....Butterfinger and Reese's Hearts (I've eaten two from the pack already, my faves!).....snippets of ribbon on a wooden clothespin(available at Dollar Tree)......
....and a little signed by mwah. Card uses Kraft and Vintage Cream cardstock, Berry Sorbet Swiss Dot ribbon and ink, buttons, Simply Stationery stamp set and some cute embellishments I made HERE using Heart Prints(a must have Valentine set!). I tied one onto the bag also.

And guess what? I'm giving it all away to one of you! Now I have to tell you that my little Jordan was NOT happy to hear this news. She LOVES this little tote. Really wants it BAD. Thinks you all are spoiled! But don't worry, she felt much better after I told her that good ol' Mom cut doubles of the fabric so that we could make another one.

So how do you win my fun filled tote? Leave a comment on my blog telling me a little something about an item in your purse. Do you carry a camera? Are all your gum packets empty because your kids take it? Do you wish your dear husband would carry his own man purse to contain his George Costanza wallet(did you see that episode?), cell phone, sunglasses and car keys? Let me hear it girls, whatcha got in that purse???????

Now. If you comment here, you're going to win MY PRIZE. If you want to win Nichole's prize, you must enter at HER blog. You can enter at BOTH places though. Good luck!! My prize drawing will close at 12:00pm EST on February 6th. Winner of my prize drawing will be announced on my blog sometime Friday. Good luck!!

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ssweat said...

Love the tote! Too cute!! I seem to collect all kinds of receipts in my purse. You would think I would clean it outbut nooo! Ha!

Debbi said...

Love the tote. The colors are great. In my purse????????? My husband says that's why my back hurts all the time from packing that thing around. The other day I found a spoon in there. Guess one of the grandkids had been in there. Have a great day
debbi

Mae said...

My most favorite thing in my purse are the sun glasses I bought last year in Hawaii. They are Maui Jim's and and are definitely the best pair of sunglasses I have ever owned. Also, they are the first pair of sunglasses that I have not lost within a month!

V said...

Oh gosh! That bag is stinkin' cute! I can see why Jordan wants it! :)

My purse isn't much bigger than that bag. I carry a diaper bag for the kiddos, I figure I really don't need that much space for myself. I can always shove something in their bag if I need it! Which means my purse is for essentials only. Essentials being 3 (yes THREE) packs of Extra Island Cooler gum. Heaven forbid I run out. I keep thinking the cute little boxes it comes in needs altering, but they never seem to last long enough!

Lisa and Penny said...

Oh how I wish I could sew--that is so stinkin' adorable. Chapstick is a must in any bag I carry--especially during the horrible winter!!

Anonymous said...

What do I not have in my purse!! The biggest thing is probably my HUGE inhaler for my asthma. Blah..not any fun but hey..I gotta have it!

Nancy said...

Hi Mish! I definetely need to buy a sewing machine your purse it's adorable! It has all of my favorite colors in it! Love the fabric! My purse is full! the most unusual thing I can think of is a miniature spray can of Lysol I found on the travel size section at Target, it is a life saver because I have a 6 year old and a 3 year old and when we are out and they need to use a public restroom I spray the toilet and wipe it and have a little piece of mind that I kill most germs ;) I also have hand sanitizer gel from bath and body works and it smells so good! Thank you for the chance at winning this adorable piece of art. I sound like a germ maniac LOL!

Anonymous said...

Love your bag...and your blog...and your cards! : ) Thanks for the chance to win!!! My purse usually has some matchbox cars for my son, gum for my girl, and always baby wipes...for whoever gets messy! take care-

Marji said...

First off, I love that tote! It is so cute and I am SO thankful that you share your sewing projects and quilting projects. Now, onto my purse. I carry my life in my purse, but I have to say that I have several items in there that aren't supposed to be- 4 infant feeding spoons, 1 lightning mcqueen car, numerous gum wrappers, 1 mini play-doh container, and our Disney passes fomr when we went in January. I guess you can say that my purse is a catchall. Thanks for the chance to win!

Sanditerese said...

Ha! What's not in my purse! It's more like a suitcase filled with wallet, checkbook, lipstick, gum, planner, sunglasses, phone, baby hair clips and most importantly, my camera. you never know when you're going to have to take a picture! Thanks for the fantastic prize.

Anonymous said...

The usual:
Wallet
keys
cell phone
Lotion, Lip stick,
weight Watchers Point Tracker
and chocolate(the reason I need the points tracker!)!

BethieJ said...

I LOVE your little bag so darn cute!!
Lets see in my purse.. well at the moment I have a BIG one.. in it the unusual stuff, but since I had to take my DS to the dentist yesterday it is packed with scrappy mags and a new cooking mag! :)
Have a GREAT day!

~kelly marie~ said...

I am still laughing at the George Costanza comment!! hahaha! My purse is always filled with something completely random. I feel like it's Mary Poppin's purse, and I could pull furniture out of it! I need to clean it out!

Jenn N said...

The one item that always seems to pop out of my purse is a diaper - a clean diaper. I keep one in my purse, along with a little pack of wipes just in case my littlest guy decides he need a changing when I thought we would just be out for a minute.

iambla said...

Love, love, love the tote ! In my purse ... people always say "you could be on that show Let's Make a Deal". You're not old enough to remember that show, but maybe some folks will be. Anyway ... there are two very special things that I always, always carry in my purse (no matter how big or small it might be). The first thing is my grandfather's drivers license. My grandpa passed away in 1979 and the one thing of his I wanted was his drivers license. The other thing I carry is one of those "tourist pressed pennies". This one was made in Skagway, Alaska on my honeymoon. It helps me to remember (on those not so good days) how much I love my husband. Anyway, those are my two "must haves" ... then of course there is the spare change, the Altoid that fell out of the box and scraps of paper with grocery store lists. Keep up the beautiful work Mish ... we love it !

Anonymous said...

I always have some sort of snack, currently it's a Kashi Blackberry graham bar. And I am also loooving my new Nivea kiss of moisture lip balm. It feels so creamy going on!

Anonymous said...

That tote is just adorable! It would be much quicker to list what I don't carry in my purse. People always comment "What do you have in this thing" if they happen to pick it up. I just carry all of my "necessities". Of course I am the first person they come to if they need something like a pin, band aid, pen or whatnot.

Anonymous said...

This tote is fabulous! I carry a small size tape measure in my purse- you would not believe how much it actually gets used-LOTS! Thanks for the chance to win one of your creations. Love your blog. Rebecca

By the grace of God ... said...

Wow, the tote is adorable! I hope you will share a pattern later ... but my purse -- (sigh) -- how that things gets heavier and heavier. I tend to hang on to a purse until its on its last leg -- but I MUST have a stash of gum for my god daughter in it. She's 3 1/2 and ALWAYS ask if I have her gum in my purse!

Anonymous said...

I love,love,love this tote. I carry just about everything in my purse. I take my 14 month old grandson to daycare everyday and pick him up so I have to carry a bag of crackers(gwackkkers as he calls them) so that he can snack on them everyday along with of course the cell phone that never leaves my side. I am always on call for work so I also carry a very long list of work phone numbers with me as well.Hope I am lucky enough to win!!!!!

Lisa said...

I am a lip gloss addict.. My purse always has at least 5 different glosses at any 1 time. My favoite flavor of the day.. Passion Fruit by Victoria Secret

katrynka said...

What a cute bag! I ALWAYS have my small camera in my purse, as well as a wallet, chapstick and kleenex. Also pen and paper. And one million receipts until I clean it out periodically.

Anonymous said...

I carry my mom's insurance info and AARP cards because I am her Power of Attorney and take care of all the money now, as she lives in a nursing home.

Anonymous said...

Love the colors of your bag! My favorite item in my purse is my Swiss Army knife....you'd be surprised how often it comes in handy.

Anonymous said...

Wow you have 625 comments already... you are popular.... always such good ideas.... I'm a mother of 4 so I usually have a binky, diapers....fingernail clippers.lots of other odds and ends... but thats how it goes when you are a mother... thanks for the chance to win.. Your tote is adorable... as always...
Melissa in WI

Tonya said...

What I seem to find in my bag all the time is My Littlest Pet Shop toys. My kids love to play with them in the car, so as I am cleaning up the back seat I shove them in my purse to bring them back into the house. Then in the scurry to get things done I forget to take them out. No wonder by bag is so heavy!

Jaymerz said...

Wow this bag is adorable!! I would just love the instructions if you are able to share. I keep my purse pretty clean, usually it just the essentials: wallet, glasses case, keys, lip gloss, hand sanatizer, and my phone. I would love to have my hubby carry his own "Man Purse" but right now I would just settle for him getting a new wallet

Jennifer Scull said...

I think your bag is amazingly wondrful!!! :) just gorgeous!!!

I have a wonderful tapestry bag that holds pretty much all but the kitchen sink - bandaids, painkillers, cough drops, chapstick, nailfile, bottle opener (you never know when you are going to have a bottle of wine and no way to open it!!! wink, wink, wink!), minimum of 2 flavors of gum, peppermints for sour tummies as well as fresh breath, safety pins & paper clips, rubber bands, crayons (even though the boys are teenagers now!)

well, you get the picture. oh, and a travel Bible, too! smiles! :)

Anonymous said...

What an adorable bag!!! I love the color choices! If you could see my purse right now you would probably scream! ;o) We have been in a Hospital ICU waiting room for the last 13 days, so I have everything from a bizzilion receipts to prescription medicine to tons of quarters to cell phone chargers! ;o)

Love, Heather P.
delightfulhands@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

My purse is fairly little so I only carry the essentials--cell phone; 1 credit card; and a coin purse! Thanks for the chance to win. Colleen

Mara Campbell said...

In my purse I have at least 5 different kinds of lip gloss and chapstick. I'm paranoid of leaving the house without it...so I keep adding more!!

What a super cute bag and and fun giveaway. Thanks for the chance to win!!

Anonymous said...

hmmmm what isnt in my purse? i got everything in there! i've tried to transition to a small clutch bag but i feel like i'm missing something. everything is in my purse.

love the tote bag! i never win anything. i hope i win! i hope i win! i hope i win! thanks for the chance and for the inspiration.

Anonymous said...

wow love that tote bag. You have such inspiring projects love to check out your blog daily. as for what is in my purse not much really i guess just the usual stuff, money (i wish),pics of my kids, grocery list etc. nothing to exciting. thanks for a chance to win!

Amy said...

I generally feel compelled to carry a package of peanut butter crackers in my purse because you never know when you will need a quick something. But usually, they end up completely pulverized and I throw them away before they ever get eaten (only to be replaced by another package, briefly intact and appetizing).

The tote is just stunning! Absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for sharing!

supermom said...

It never fails whenever my husband and I are out. I get to carry his wallet, his checkbook, and the car keys in MY purse. My purse already weighs a ton and to add more weight, makes it even heavier. LOL!

Anonymous said...

I love the tote. So pretty. My purse is full of "stuff", but I will only tell you about 1 of the items. I carry kleenex. One of my bffs, Angela, knows she can count on me for a kleenex if she gets teary eyed! That's what friends are for. : )

Melissa said...

This is so sweet! I saw Nicole's post and I think I'm inspired to create something. . .let's see if I can find some time!

I, if you can believe it, don't carry a purse!! Love to look at cute little purses but hate to carry them so I don't! I keep my credit cards and stuff in my back pocket. My boys are old enough now I don't need to carry about things for them. But if I won this cute little purse, I'd probably share with my niece! She's a purse lover!! Or keep it for my little girl once we get her!! Adorable!!

Anonymous said...

This is funny bc the othe day I let my mom hold my purse and she said "this heavy what is in there." Well, I dumped everything out and showed her.

Contents: FLIP camcorder, Panasonic point and shoot, Notepad, Altoids, gum, nail clippers, two wallets, checkbook, cell phone, nail files, sunglasses, readers, hand-sanitzer, wipes, floss, lotion, gosh I cannot remember too much is in there. Oh and I do not even have a pen in there!!!!
Thanks for the nice giveaway!!!

Arlene said...

I have a camera at all times and a cellphone with a camera and books on photography. I can't live without my mentholatum lip stick, though.

Thanks for your inspiration! I may have to go get some of that material and try to sew!

Colleen said...

You bag is very beautiful, I love the colors of the fabrics! I always have a rosary in my purse, along with two pairs of glasses (never know when hubby needs a pair!) And yesterday he asked if I have his ear plugs in my purse (which he specifically told me to put them there in case one of the two little toddler grandchildren are in the car!!) and I told him I draw the line at ear plugs!!

1scrappycat said...

that bag is super duper fabulous! I'd just LOVE to win it! I don't go ANYWHERE without my chapstick! I used to work for a major cosmetic company and haven't had bare lips since!

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Yvonne said...

Hi Mish!!! I've got nine kids and I've finally learned to NEVER have gum in my purse because it will disappear faster than you can say "lickety-split!" I have a wallet and various receipts and a set of clippers for my nails and thats it. Pretty good, huh? Thanks for the chance to win that adorable purse and goodies to go along!

Barb said...

Love this tote, just like I love everything you share! My purse...it's a treasure trove to be sure. I do carry a camera, because I am creating a Project 365album. I have 2 types of Stride gum, just depends on whether I'm in a spear or pepper minty mood. I don't leave home without my Burt's Bees w/honey Lip Balm. I also have to have my Anti-Bacterial Hand Lotion from Bath and Body Works. I have a pack of tissues, a big ol' wallet, a coin purse, my pink Breast Cancer Awareness date book, with matching ink pen. My cosmetics bag-whole other story there- A pill case with Advil inside and some 'girlie time' supplies, because my teen-age daughters are NEVER prepared! LOL! That's about it...for now! Thank you for the opportunity to win this awesome gift package.

ALK said...

Oh My Stars! Your tote is BEYOND FANTABULOUS!!! Your daughter must be over the moon that you cut out enough to make two :-)

My palm pilot is always in my purse. If I'm running in a store and leave my purse behind (I know, that's not a good idea) my palm pilot is in my hand. It has all info related to my life stored in it but most importantly my shopping lists! I can't do paper shopping lists...I always lose them. I've lost my keys and many other things, but I've never lost my palm pilot!!!

Anonymous said...

That is so lovely. What can't you do? I carry everything in my purse but a lot of money. I love purses with lots of little pockets so I know exactly where to find things when I need them. I would love to win your tote. Thanks for giving us the opportunity to do so.

Godchick said...

Oh Mish! I love the bag you created! It is so super cute...great colors. And adorned so nicely with PTI goodness :) Let's see...what's in my purse these days. I've got to have the good ol' wallet and cell phone in there. Along with that I have my ever present chapstick, cuticle clipper (I swear, if I don't have one with me at all times my cuticles are a mess!) and mini notepad. My purse has also recently become the landing zone for my daughter's sippy cup and various snacks for our ventures out. My purse never seems to be quite big enough *wink*

Anonymous said...

I always have receipts in my pocketbook. When I find time to clean it out it is amazing how much garbage I have been carrying around!!

Nicola said...

What a cute little bag. I wish my sewing skills were that good. I carry a camera in my purse for photo opportunities. I also have a packet of TicTacs, my kids are always pinching these. but they are so handy and yummy.

Hugs
Nic

Anonymous said...

You wouldn't believe the stuff I've carried in my purse - wallet, checkbook, calendar, a zillion keys, lipstick, a dozen ink pens, gum, rain scarf, advil, address book, mints, emery board. When DH was living was known to carry sandwichess and drinks when went to a movie.

Janet

Anonymous said...

Your purse is so pretty! In my purse I always carry my wallet, keys, cell phone, lipstick and coupons for Michael's/AC Moore, etc...just in case.

Anonymous said...

Well you name it, I've probably got it! Most of the usual purse items along with floss, band aids,cough drops a extra hair twistie and who knows what else. I love the purse and would be so happy if I won !!

Anonymous said...

What a cute tote! You have the best ideas. Now about my purse-or suitcase as my daughter calls it-I carry a bunch of stuff. My cell, 3 checkbooks, coupons, receipt file, backup make-up & other toiletries, 2 tape measures, markers, pens, bills...Ok I'll stop now! ;-)

Frances said...

Awesome! You have really outdone yourself on this one!

Shelly said...

That is THE CUTEST purse!! I love it! Hmm what do I always have in my purse? Lotion, and chapstick...my little girl always needs her "makeups" and so we pack lip smackers everywhere we go! Thanks for the chance to win!

Juanita B said...

Mish;

Can you say...

"SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDICOUS" 10 times FAST???? That's how fabulous your bag is!!

My Story;

Many years ago until around 2004 I was "THE PURSE" lady. I loved only the best like Coach, Louis Vuitton etc. Now my "purse" is a basket in my walker, LOL. I am making a black and white toile/check liner for it which makes me feel as though I still care about fashion and haven't lost it all.

sallymi said...

Love this tote, have seem some like this at my local quilt shop. The one item in my purse that I treasure is the photo of all my grands-the last time we were all together, 5 years ago,

Kerry Johnson said...

Oh man!! Your bag and goodies are so cute!!!! Love the fabrics!! Something in my purse is my diaper clutch. It carries a couple of diapers and some wipes. I'm hoping to remove it permanently in the next couple months as soon as dd is potty trained!! Thanks for the chance to win!

Anonymous said...

I always have tic tacs and lip balm in my front pocket, absolute necessities :)

caroline said...

I keep a traced cut out of my kids' feet size just in case I am out and about, and see shoes on sale. I can never remember their foot size, so I have a cut out shape in my purse.

Lila said...

Love the tote! I always keep my altered datebook...it tells me where I've been AND where I'm going!

Anonymous said...

That tote is AD-OR-ABLE :) Love the fabric you chose, the colors are amazing together! I always have a little "emergency kit" in my purse, which contains a comb, chapstick, a granola bar, some change, a pad or two, hand sanitizer, a couple plastic bags, and some mints. I also have a fortune cookie fortune that says "Your dearest wish will come true" :)

Anna said...

My purse had gotten larger with each child I have! My current tote even doubles as a mini diaper bag. The best item in my purse is a small applicator with Clinique Happy on one side and lip gloss on the other. Sometimes when I get stuck in traffic I whip it out, give myself a little sprucing up, and feel instantly more relaxed.

Kraftin' Kimmie said...

How cotton pickin' adorable Michelle! MAN you are one talented gal!!

In my purse? Always my wallet 'cause a girl's gotta shop...always my cell phone, so my sweet daughter can always get a hold of me no matter where I am....and my lipschtick, so I always look....well...presentable!
Thanks for the wonderful chance to win such a gorgeous tote!! (Not to mention that Reeses is my fave!!!)

Janet said...

My purse? Hmmmm. I carry the usual things -- keys, check book, wallet, nail file. I carry my camera and cell phone with me at all times. I usually have coupons to Michael's, Archivers, Bed,Bath and Beyond, Borders and any other coupons that may come in handy. I won't buy anything if I know I have a coupon for it at home, so they're usually all with me. The tote is darling! If I don't win it, I'd love to know how to make it!

Unknown said...

What an adorable bag! In my purse - I always have Blistex. I may leave the house without gum, or a pen (which mysteriously disappeared from my purse), or money...but I always have my blistex.

Anonymous said...

this is so fun. i love everything that you do. in my purse are bandage scissors. yes, i am a nurse and i usually have 2 or 3 pair. why??? not sure but i always have them!! LOL

lori

Anonymous said...

I have all the usual items in my purse. It is stuffed so full I have trouble taking things out. I could not live without my pocket calender. I love your quilted bag.

Anonymous said...

LOVE the purse you made...mine...not nearly as cute. Here's a secret in my purse..anything I don't want my kids or husband to tote off I place in a feminine protection holder! lol I always have an emergency $5, some gum, hairband etc in there. They never go there to dig for something.

Linda said...

What a cute tote! I do carry a camera in my purse. You never know when a kodak moment may strike:)

Lisa Hjulberg said...

Yowzer, that tote is the bomb! You can't go wrong with Moda, that's for sure. As for what's in my purse... well, the usual stuff. I try to keep it organized and cleaned out because I hate digging for things. I'll tell you what I rarely have in there and that's cash! My husband and kids make off with that pretty quick. I have to actually hide cash when I have some, and then I forget where I put it. {LOL} Thank goodness for Debit Cards!

Loves and Desires said...

I am so ashamed to say it but for christmas i bought myself a new very small purse. As I was cleaning out my other tote i found an old lollipop rewrapped and a new diaper for my son. he has been toilet trained for at least 8 months. i am glad I got a new purse! I love your tote so much better.

sarahw said...

What an amazing tote! I love it. First off I am a purse kinda girl. I have tons of them. :) You will always find lipsticks, a phone, photos and snacks in my purse.

young said...

What an adorable purse! Things in mine: chapstick (can't live without) and hand lotion, as well as keys, wallet, cell phone. Thanks for doing this giveaway!

Anonymous said...

Your purse is soooo cute! I always enjoy your handmade crafts. I wish I could sew.

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous bag! My current purse is my 2 year old diaper bag...and it is chock full!! My most important item is Purell..love it!

Anonymous said...

I love your design! My purse has so many things in it--a cell phone, wallet, checkbook, keys, chapstick and lip gloss, gum, coupons and of course the first aid kit. Yikes!

Anonymous said...

Very pretty bag and just my size! I try to keep my purse lightweight but always have billfold, check book, coupons, hand santitizer and a list of the books I have read so that I don't check out a book from the library that I have already read before. LOL! Thanks for the chance to win your cute tote bag.

Jannell Leal Garcia said...

I have so much stuff in my purse, everyone time some says "does anyone have X?" heads swing in my directions LOL. Currently, I am carrying around my camera and coupon sorter. Never know when I might hit a store I have coupons for or when the perfect picture moment will happen. Needless to say my purse weighs a ton! Thanks for the cutie patootie tote, keeping my fingers crossed!!!

Beth said...

My purse is so boring and sparse! Just a wallet, checkbook, an adorable notepad from my friend using one of your ideas, a pen, gum, and cell phone.

Anonymous said...

Mish, what a cute little tote. I love Amy Butler. As for my purse, well I've carried a diaper bag for the last 6+ years. Oh to be past these days. Anywho, my little can't do without items include my Palm Treo phone, Oakley sunglasses (a little treat to myself), and the most important thing EVAH... GPS. I would be so lost without it! I wouldn't be able to find my way out of a cardboard box. Thanks for the chance to win!

paperplay said...

What a fun tote you made and I love the colors. I actually try to carry as little as possible and it is even easier since I now have contacts and don't have to carry glasses everywhere. My biggest "peeve" is all the stores individual member cards and discount cards that cause you to need a whole separate wallet. Mish, I love your style and always look forward to your creative ideas. Thanks for the chance to play.

Parish said...

The inside of my purse looks a lot like my craft/sewing room...packed full!! If I had answered this yesterday, I would have had to tell you my purse was FULL of Wal Mart, JoAnns, Michaels, etc. receipts! BUT, I actually cleaned them out-Yea!

Margaret said...

I love that tote! I love the colors. I hope I win it:)

We'll in my purse I carry my Blackberry, checkbook , wallet, a book a cosmetic bag with one or two lipsticks, the rest are in the purse they haven't made it back to the cosmetic bag. Gum, a package of facial tissue with one tissue left. a baggie with postage stamps, three pens. an empty cloth coin purse :)Wow... there's more...hand lotion, change at the botton of the purse. two sets of keys. Sunglasses. I carry a small purse it's amazing how much fits in this thing.

cbk said...

Just the basics for my purse..a wallet with checkbook, a pen, keys and the cell phone. Right now the only additions are some Halls cough drops and tissues.

Lyndall said...

I have a purse/bag. Pretty much a wallet with a shoulder strap. So not much room for anything. So only things in there are money (sometimes:-)), cards and receipts.
Love the tote.

tchrtiff said...

Love your tote; it's so cute!! As for what I carry in my purse...although I have two little ones I don't like to carry a lot, just the basics. I must always have lip balm in my bag. I don't like dry lips and can't live without my lip balm. One new item in my bag this year is my little camera. I've taken on Project 365 this year which means I keep my point and shoot camera in my bag to take photos for when I'm away from home. Thanks for the opportunity to win!

kristi said...

Wow, you are getting a lot of comments today! In my purse, I have my calendar, checkbook, wallet, phone, and lotion - I am addicted to Avon's Moisture Therapy Intensive Hand Cream - gotta have it.

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the Chance to win....what a super cute little tote!!!!

I am known as the safety pin godess!!! I have a safety pin on the inside of my shirt at all times and LOTS of them in my purse...just in case!!! I also carry a tiny little spray bottle of OxyClean...I love that stuff! And Band-aids....my 6 years old wears bands-aids like they're jewlery so I always have them in my purse too.

Carolyn said...

Oh wow, this is the CUTEST bag ever! My purse usally has oodles of things I don't really need but the must-haves are my wallet, cell phone, calendar, pen and a pad of paper -- I am a "list person" so I *have* to have paper to write things down!

Angela said...

Oh, your tote is so lovely! If it were mine, I'd fill it up with all the lip balms/glosses in my purse...one time I cleaned out the whole purse and found eleven. All different. And I thought stamping was my addiction...

Thanks!

Jennifer Hansen said...

I actually don't carry a purse...do my pockets count? I usually carry a license, debit card and a little cash. That's about it!

Anonymous said...

Cute cute bag! I love it. In my purse I carry my favorite sunglasses!

kerrinorrod@yahoo.com

SueD said...

The bag is just beautiful, you are an amazing talent. I keep and "idea" notebook in my purse, to jot down inspiration, whether words, pictures - whatever pops into my thoughts.

Cris A said...

The most important thing in my purse is chapstick. I think I have an addiction to it actually. I truly panic when I can't find it!!
I love your little tote! It makes want to run out and just buy that gorgeous fabric!

Anonymous said...

I am a scrapbooker and since I started doing Project 365, my camera is the number one thing in my bag (in addition to snacks, diapers, wipes, kleenex, clothes for the little one, crayons, matchbox cars, the list goes on and on). Thanks for the chance to win.

Anonymous said...

I just love your tote. I as well love reese's one of my faves. I can say my purse is a mess, has a lot of to do lists piling up, gum wrappers from the girls, sunglasses, wallet with no cash (LOL) always using debit card, and anything else that finds its way into it!! Would love to win your tote! I check your blog daily for new ideas, love love your site!

Tina W. (TeaDub) said...

What a cute tote! I love it. One thing I like to carry in my hybrid diaper/purse backpack is a pack of bobby pins. They are a life saver for when I experience bad bang days when it rains! Thanks for the chance to win a Mish Original!

Anonymous said...

Wow, that is gorgeous. Hmm, I always have my keys in my purse, or else they are LOST!

Jennifer Kirk said...

What a beautiful bag! You are so talented - I wish I could sew!

Now, about my purse... it's a mess. There are seriously a thousand receipts and loose coupons and shopping lists and three months worth of church bulletins and stuff in there. It is STUFFED - and it shouldn't be because all I carry is my wallet, keys, sunglasses, cell phone, and a lip gloss.

Beth said...

My purse is so boring and sparse! Just a wallet, checkbook, an adorable notepad from my friend using one of your ideas, a pen, gum, and cell phone.

Krissa Brown said...

WOW, love the colors on the bag...TOO CUTE!

In my purse I have...
work keys, car keys, 2 diapers, small pack of wipes, kleenex, nail clippers, wallet (wish it had money in it..LOL), 2 bottles of Window Chalk from decorating the car for my oldest daughter's cheerleading competition last weekend in Dallas, and last but not least Tylenol. :) Thanks for the chance to win...LOVE your stuff!!

KanataNewf said...

What an awesome blog candy! As for my purse - well, we have two cats. And, even though they are strictly indoor cats we had them micro-chipped just in case they somehow got out and got lost. In my purse I have their tags containing those microchip ID numbers since my purse is always with me and our cats do not wear collars. What can I say, I'm a worry-wart!

Hanna Long said...

I keep it pretty simple - wallet, notebook for sketch ideas, keys, lipstick and cell phone.

I so love that tote it is just amazing!!

Me said...

Cute Tote! I carry my phone and my planner with me (along with misc. snacks and toys that my boys put in my purse)

Leora said...

The thing about my "purse" it that it is a one-way only affair. Things go in and never come out. I imagine right now there are at least a dozen expired email coupons hanging out in there...

Good luck to all!

Leora

Carol Weimer said...

Let me just say that this bag is so adorable. I'm such a big fan of Amy Butler's fabric as well as anything from Moda!! No matter what purse I'm carrying, I must have a nail file and dental floss. It's the little things in life that keep me grounded.

Missy said...

That is the cutest bag I have seen. I haven't sewn a stitch in a VERY long time. Okay, I tried to sew on a card but ripped it up instead.
My purse, I am just now getting away with out carrying a mom purse full of diapers so all I have in it is my wallet, some wipies, my glass case and of course the essentials, pocket knife, lip gloss, pens, etc.

Anonymous said...

I love your tote! That material is so pretty! I carry lots of stuff in my purse. Something I use alot is my samples of all the Stampin Up cardstock that my demo put together on a ring. It comes in handy when I'm out shopping for cute designer paper that I see on your blog and others!

Anonymous said...

I love your tote and choice of fabric! You're are amazingly creative. I visit your blog everyday. How you do so much is beyond me. I have a nice Kate Spade bag (which I never could afford) that I received from my kids for Christmas. It's a mess inside but you could never tell from the outside. Everything is in it including tons of old shopping lists, receipts, dental picks, and stuff stuck to the grandkid's juice spills. Whoever wins will have a lovely tote.

Angie said...

This bag is SOOOO cute! Well, now...let's see. I am not a person who carries a small purse. It would probably be easier to tell you what is NOT in my purse. However, I do have a few things that are essential to my family. We eat out way too much and my son is at that age where the kids menus are a little too babyish. So, I always have a note pad with tic tac toe grids and one with dots for that game where you take turns making lines to form a square. Then, of course, you have to have some twistable colors just in case.
Thanks for the give-away chance!

Nimue said...

I have a book in my purse ALL the time. I live on an island and I never know when or if the ferry 'will go down'. If I have to wait an hour or two, no problem I've got bonus reading time. If I'm kept waiting for an appointment (and who isn't) no problem bonus reading time. Love everything you do - Nimmy

Patti said...

Quite often I will have my cell phone charger in my purse. I am notorious for letting it die. So as a fly out of the house to work in the morning, I need to grab the charger too!

Love the bag! I've loved "watching" you step into quilting. I've always wanted to try it out.

Chris Simon said...

Love that bag! If I won, my younger daughter would probably steal it from me immediately. But she's cute, so I'd probably let her. I've switched to the smallest purse that I can carry and still hold my credit cards, cash, cell phone and car keys. Other than that, there's not much room. I have room for a pen, but my kids are always taking them, so I rarely have one. I usually have a stack of notes and/or receipts in there, too. But nothing else.

Anonymous said...

Right now I actually have 3 socks, no not 3 pairs of socks three completely different socks, hundreds of receipts one Lip Glass (Chai from MAC) and my wallet. It sort of resembles what a homeless woman might have in her purse. My friend has started calling my a bag lady:)

April Z said...

That tote is absolutely adorable! I love everything about it. I recently organized my purse and am so happy with the results. Now there's a place for everything and my favorite item is a little zippered pouch with a close-up of a pig's snout. I use it to hold my lipstick, etc.

Anonymous said...

Michelle, it is adorable! I always have wallet sized pics of my loved ones in my bag and purse, to show off or just get my *love fix* if I'm away from my family:) Courtney Perth Australia.

Patty said...

Wonderful! Your little tote bag is just beautiful and I can see why your girlie (and all the rest of us!) want one!!! I love the colors! I am generally not a purse person and don't carry much in one if I do take one out. Just my cell phone and wallet, and with a toddler, a sippy cup and some snacks for her. Thanks for the chance to win!

Anonymous said...

I have always said I can tell what kind of weekend I've had by how full my purse is on Monday - when the kids were little there were extra diapers, wipes, and a bottle. As they grew it changed to crayons, and matchbox cars, and backs of snacks and juice boxes. Now it is extra contacts in case they lose one in a game, extra bandaids, some time extra socks and a clean tshirt!

Tracy Dehoff

Anonymous said...

Love the tote and cards,as always! My purse is an exact replica of my mom's purse years ago. I couldn't believe she carried all of that stuff around! Of course, I always have my small point and shoot, plus everything else I own! Thanks for the chance to win your tote!

Amy said...

That purse is so darling! Lucky girl whoever wins that prize package!! In my purse I always have to have dental floss and purell! (And yes, I am the crazy germaphobe mom chasing my kids around to dispense it!!)
Look at all these comments... you are one popular lady!! =)

Basement Stamper said...

Oh, purse contents huh...you want the nitty gritty???

First and foremost you have to have money at all times. Never know when a spending spree is in order.

Gum in case you run in to that hot actor you have been dying to meet and you just got done eating a nice greasy cheeseburger loaded with onions.

Pictures of my kids to show off to anybody and everybody who asks.

Little notebook with my workout/meals in it.

Important: pantyliners and tampons. I can't tell you how many times I've been traveling and have had to borrow from a friend...how embarrassing, learned my lesson on that one.

Chapstick for my dry lips.

Anonymous said...

I have the usual assortment, but I always make sure I have pictures of my 3 girls and hubby--a constant reminder of constant love. And sometimes a real pick-me-up!
Missy

DeniseLynn said...

OMGoodness! This is such a fun bag. Let's see ... in my purse there is always lip moisturizer, mascara (because of my blond eye-lashes I don't want to be without it!) and a pretty hankie. I have to admit you will likely find smarties, a small tonka truck on most days and for sure right now I carry a special devotional I have been reading to a friend who is currently in a coma after a terrible car crash. Oh how she would love this bag!! You did a great job. Thanks for the inspiration.

maryps said...

I carry my iPhone. Thank goodness it has a great point & shoot camera. I attended a crop last month and forgot my real camera - ALL 3 DAYS! But thanks to my iPhone, I got some great shots and emailed them to others who had forgotten THEIR cameras. It's also handy for snapping shots of creative ideas/color combos when I'm out shopping.

Kristen said...

WOW! What an adorable bag. I carry the standard wallet, my blue Canon SD1100, sunglasses and Burt's Bees lip gloss in my purse. That's it!

Anonymous said...

Since my little one was born I carry a diaper bag instead of a purse. Even my husband prefers me to carry this things so the more room the better. Probably the most important thing is my iPhone - it does everything!
By the way, that purse is totally adorable - I love all the quilting projects you've been doing.

Janet's Joy said...

I love it when you spoil us!!! I don't have too much in my purse. Just the essential. Wallet,Blistex,calendar,eye glasses,kleenex,pen and gum.

amber said...

what a cute little tote!!! inspires me to learn to sew!!! let's see - in my purse i have a cute little paris business card holder. in it is every little reward/point/bonus card from every store/restaurant/etc that i've been signed up for. there are so many, but they come in handy...or i like to think they do! :)

Anonymous said...

The bag is so cute! I would love to carry it to work with me. Like all other purses what dont we carry in them. I'll bet my mom has the kitchen sink in her's. Me I have the usual, wallet,sun glasses,cell phone,keys mortin,lotion....
Thank you for the chance to win this too cute bag that I understand why your daughter wants it for her
self.
Sharon

Honeythorpe said...

I carry a digital key chain everywhere....when I'm not being diverted by papercrafts I'm a miniature bear artist and I always get a puzzled look when I tell people what I do so now I can show them. They still don't get why I do what I do but at least they know what I do!! I usually sneak a picture or two of my latest cards on there too

Anonymous said...

Man, I hate Google Blogger-lol! After signing up, it never remembers it did just that.
Anyhooo!
Bandaids and hand sanitizer are the most essential outside of the reg wallet and cosmetic bag.
Thanks for the chance to win!
Heather in Montreal

ivy said...

i am totally OCD about not having anything on my lips so i ALWAYS have lip balm in my little coach wristlet wallet! people don't understand how me, a mommy of a 2 &4 yr old boy, can carry something so small........!

Anonymous said...

What a wonderful purse. I carry advil, a mirror, a purse hanger, a swiss army knife, credit cards, pens, money, gift cards, and I have to have my blackberry.

Sheila A

Anonymous said...

I always have lip gloss, a nail file and toothpicks because sometimes when you go out to eat you get food stuck in a tooth and that way I can discreatly take care of it. I also have lots of those membership cards that need to get stamped or punched out when you make a purchase at their store.
Diane R. Stevens

Anonymous said...

What do I have in my purse/bag??? Of course the normal stuff, but I always carry three things. I always have a pack of gum, 4 quarters (even with cell phones, a quarter's battery never dies!) and a ziploc bag of doggy cookies! I have two dogs and I don't want to have to 'remember' those when our dogs go out with us. And one of our dogs can not stay away from a cookie - regardless of whatever other distractions are around!!!!

Anonymous said...

OMG.....what a cute tote! Your card that goes with it is awesome.....just love all your work. I always have my cell phone in my purse along with a comb, lip gloss, advil, hand sanitizer....I could go on and on! Thanks for the chance! :o)

Cindy C.
cac1957@hotmail.com

Priscilla Heistad said...

I love your tote! It is adorable, and I must look for the pattern (any help you can give is appreciated).

My purse is always jam packed. I still need and old fashioned calendar AND a notebook. No new fangled device will work for me. I also have a zipper pouch complete with lipstick, Burts Bees, cough drops, antacids, sudafed, band aids, pen, pencil, and highlighter (I'm in my third year of law school). All that, and my wallet is always devoid of any cash!

Anonymous said...

I have a lot of cookie crumbs in my purse. My son likes to take a snack when we go out shopping, but instead of putting cookies in a baggie, he sometimes just pops them in my purse when I'm not looking. When I feel around in the bottom of my purse, I can always find little bits of "love" from my son.
Lynn
daniel-lynn@sbcglobal.net
I LOVE this bag!!

lisa westphal said...

Funny you mentioned 'purse'. . .After my last baby the Dooney & Burke purse went into storage & I have carrying around the most hideous forest green diaper bag (even when the kids aren't with me!). I know, I'm a dork. So, come to find out my 'purse' : ) has: my wallet complete with large stash of receipts hanging out, two diapers, a baggie of baby wipes, a rubber band, Burt's Bees lip balm, my fav leopard print RSVP med. point black ink pen, three Starbuck's napkins, and drum-roll. . .1 "used" q-tip! -Gross!! : ) ~I need an intervention. : )
Have a great day!

Connie Babbert said...

I downsized my purse a couple years ago when my doctor said my purse was causing my neckaches. lol! And yes, it annoys me to no end to have my husband's items in MY purse to carry! Luckily he doesn't ask too often. Love the tote and would LOVE to win it. I just carry the basics in my purse, sunglasses, wallet, keys...oh and lots of receipts! I always forget to clean it out.

Gingerbread Gal♥ said...

Ok, where do I start regarding my husband's George Costanza wallet. Yes, I believe he does carry a piece of hard candy in there too. LOL! My parents always call him George when he pulls out his wallet. I starts off with honey can you put my wallet in your purse. It goes all nuts from there with ... oh and my sunglasses, cell phone, pager and keys. The keys are the worst. You think he was prison guard. I do manage to stuff it all in there, but I told him that my purse says Coach not Stage Coach. LOL! I would LUUUUV to win that adorable tote to store all my hubby's stuff.

Anonymous said...

I carry in my purse tissues and antibacterial hand cleaner. A must have and everyone seems to know it because they are always borrowing them. Beautiful work Love love love the tiny tote!!
Cindy M.

Sara said...

Oh my goodness! I LOVE this bag, and soooo hope I win ;)
As for my purse, I try to travel light, and keep it small and simple, so there is my wallet of course, and a travel size box of baby wipes. I think it's kind of funny, 'cuz the wipes are as big as the wallet, but with little ones along, they are a must :)
Thanks for the fun contest, and beautiful inspiration!
Sara

Whimsey said...

Lipstick....I love, love, love lipstick. I may only wear 2 or 3 on a consistent basis; but I bet I have 10-12 different ones in my cosmetic bag...no wonder that purse is so heavy. LOL Love your tote; too stinkin' cute!!

Anonymous said...

LOOOOOOOOOOOVE that fabric!!!

Tide to go for all my kids (6).
"personals"
wallet
cell phone
keys
kleenex
lipgloss
concealor
compact
That's it! I hate a heavy purse

Anonymous said...

I love your bag - and ALL your wonderful creative work. The question should be what don't I carry in my purse. Everything I think I may need or may have ever needed is in there. I usually am the go-to person for Kleenex, Tylenol, toothpaste, fingernail file, notepaper, pens, etc. etc. Also, since I too am a multi-fiber afficionada, I have charts for yardage requirements for any size bed quilt, a retractable metal measuring tape, needle gauges, yarn conversion charts, check lists for my favorite paper art supplies (VersaMagic, Ranger inks, Stickles, Fluff, Marvy punches, Shiva oil sticks, etc. etc.) so I don't duplicate purchases when I'm out and about. What do you carry?
Thank you for such a great contest.

Nadine said...

My purse pretty much contains my whole life! Along with the regular wallet, cell phone, lip gloss, keys I've got my iPod, GPS, date book, pens galore, gum packets, measuring tape, idea book, and so much more. People are always joking that I should maybe use a rolling suitcase instead of a purse.

Anonymous said...

I just saw your purse and just fell in love with it! The best thing I carry in my purse are little notes from my granddaughters that they have written/colored along the way! When I waiting at an appt. I love to take them out and read them - it definitely makes the time go bye faster! Thanks for an opportunity to win this lovely gift!

Nikki Schmaltz said...

This is the cutest stinkin' purse EVER! You will have to make another for Jordan you know. I LOVE purses but usually don't buy them. This one is so amazing though that I would. But Free is my favorite four letter "F" word so that would be better. Fabulous job regardless!

Anonymous said...

In my purse I have a smaller sized zip shut bag with different lipsticks, lipglosses and chapstick. This way I can change depending on my mood without having to search the house for the one I want. What a great bag - I can see why your daughter loves it.

Katrina said...

That is the cuestet little bag ever!

I have very little in my purse, a wallet, notepad, chapstick and my sprint instinct.

Thanks for such a fun giveaway!

Deborah said...

Such a cute tote! I carry anything and everything I can. Keys, wallet, planner, camera, lots of baby stuff, are just a few things I carry.

Anonymous said...

OMG - I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this! You are so inspired -and blessed with a wonderful gift. My purse is over full, which is not all that unusual, but I must have over 10 lipsticks/glosses in there! No matter how hard I try, I just can't seem to pare that number down! lol

CreativeMish said...

What a fun little bag! My purse is so stuffed I have to dig forever to find anything. Its not very big but I don't dare buy anything bigger because I'm afraid I'll fill it with even more stuff.. I have something new in my purse that I got last week. My handyman enters on line sweepstakes and is continually winning something. Last week he handed me a really nice little compact with a mirror, some lipstick with a brush and 3 little lip glosses. Some designer spa brand valued at $125. He was so proud of himself!

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful patchwork tote...I can see why Jordan would be a bit upset not to get this one. I have a list of the state quarters and their mint my grandsons(ages 5 and 7) need to complete their collections in my purse. Thank-you for the opportunity to win that lovely tote.

Unknown said...

Your tote is so adorable, no wonder we ALL want it. I carry just the basics - wallet, phone, lipgloss, and a camera.

thanks for the chance!

Anonymous said...

I love this! Let's see - my purse usually contains at least 7 pens; a cell phone, Blackberry, iPod, and Garmin; 4 different lip glosses; and tons of loose change. And I wonder why I can never find anything!? Thanks for the chance to win!

Anonymous said...

I have a gigantic bag/purse. Everything is in it! 2 wallets (why?), makeup bag, camera, phone, 6,000 receipts...Yep, it's all in there. I actually think it weighs 20 pounds! Thanks for the chance to win!

Anonymous said...

I have an acrylic stone in my purse that has a pewter heart inside. The heart simply says I love you and it was a gift from my mom just before I was diagnosed with a mental illness. It was the lowest point of my life and I took it out often to remind myself that I was not alone. That was a number of years ago and now it serves as a thankful reminder of how far I have come and what I have to be thanful for.

Anonymous said...

Thank-you for the opportunity to win your lovely patchwork tote. I have a list of the state quarters and their mint my grandsons need to complete their collections in my purse.

Caryl P said...

I have the cutest little mirror that I was given by a student a couple years ago. On the outside it has some cute beading and a geometric design etched into the silver. I don't seem to use it often but it's a great reminder of my sweet Emma. If I ever do want to check my makeup, it's there!

Judy H. said...

OMG! My heart is palpitating! I can totally see why your daughter is mad that you're giving it away, but I'm sooooo appreciative of your generous gift to your blog followers. WOW! What's in my purse? EverytHing! 3 checkbooks, a calendar/planner, lip gloss, chapstick, wallet, change holder thingey with all the local punch cards, gift cards if I have them, credit/debit cards, hairspray, and the list goes on. How boring is tHat??? Thanks for tHis generous offer, Mish! Crossing my fingers until you pick tHe lucky number! Not holding my breath, cuz tHere's currentLy 762 commentS! WOW! Doesn't that just make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside? Keep up tHe great blog - you're my fave - seriously!!! Judy H.

Robin said...

My purse never leaves my side...lol! Besides my wallet and car keys, the most important thing in it is Kleenex! I'm obsessed with having a Kleenex at all times. I also have my Blackberry Storm phone, 2 ink pens, a small case with all my frequest shopper cards, another small case with aspirin, nail file, etc in it. Oh, a lip balm is in there, too. I love, love, love your bag - so very Vera Bradley-ish, which I love. Thanks for the give away.

None None said...

Gorgeous bag!! I would love to win it as I'm all about the Moda fabrics and I love the colors you used. So vibrant and cheerful - enough to chase away this winter gloom. As for me, what's in my bag - the most adorable flat wallet that I found in a little boutique in upstate PA and a smaller flat wallet which holds my train tickets. Thanks so much for the chance to enter!

Lauraline said...

What I carry in my purse? Well, diapers, baby wipes, pacifier, little toys... It looks like a purse but is more like a diaper bag. And also scraps of paper or fabric and/or embellishments that I want to buy something to match with... The funny thing is I carry it to work (and I'm an engineer, so nothing craft or baby-related) so sometimes when something fall outside of my purse I'm getting some looks...

Anonymous said...

I think my favorite is a rock that my little one just had to bring home with us! How I'd love for this beautiful tote to come home with me:)Thanks for the chance to win!

Anonymous said...

cute tote!!! my purse...everything but the kitchen sink.... :-)

teri said...

Love the tote and love the matching card!! I so look forward to checking your blog everyday for new additions. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.
I have at least a dozen pairs of mangled glasses in my purse and another half dozen loose lenses at the bottom. Most of them aren't even strong enough for me to use anymore. Those darn cheap glasses from Costco (you know what I mean!) just don't hold up to the life of a stamper and crafter. Do you want to know the funny thing? My husband is an Ophthalmologist. You know I'm not lying 'cuz I can spell it!!! Thanks for the opportuniy to win something so cute and clever.

Anonymous said...

Your bag is wonderful! THanks for sharing such a creative idea with us!
What's in my purse? Hand lotion and lip gloss! Can't live without them!
Michelle

Carolyn said...

Wow, what's in my purse. Tons of credit cards, and tons of cards for stores that all want you to earn points, tons of lipstick, but not tons of money. :-( (Oh yeah, tons of receipts for scrapbooking stuff, but don't tell hubby. sshhhhh)
Carolyn Orgar

Kristy said...

That is the cutest bag!! I love it! (Jordan, you can't have this one, it is for me -- tee-hee).

My purse is like Mary Poppins carpetbag as everything I need for a day away from home (real job) is in it. But what I absolutely cannot do without is lip gloss, and I usually carry 5 or 6, at least, with me at all times. Right now there is Burt's Bees in pomegranite, 2 Cover Girl Amazemint in different shades of pink, 3 Bare Essentials Buxom Babes in Katie, Gabby and Sandy, and 2 Philosophy in apple and lemon. Yum!

Angela said...

That is the prettiest little tote I've ever seen. My purse is pretty small - one pocket holds my wallet and such, the other pocket usually holds things that belong to my daughter or husband. Right now, that "family" pocket is holding a board book shaped like a cow.
I would love to win a bit of your creativity, and I would gladly wait for you to piece together the second one so that your daughter could have to the one that's already made.
Thanks for the chance to win!

Betty: Reflections with Coffee said...

Your bag with the patchworks was so beautiful it brought tears to my eyes. Item in my purse: Puff tissues. Also lipstick, the only make-up I wear.

Alli Mac said...

One of the things I have is a binder ring that holds my "cards". I'm not talking about credit cards, but those customer appreciation cards (doesn't it seem like everyone has their own card now a days?) When I started, I only had a couple of cards on now it's grown to having 20-25 different cards on - crazy. Hope I win - this tote looks amazing!!!!

Anonymous said...

That is the cutest bag ever!! Thanks for a chance to win! I have lots of pens of all different colors in my purse. You never know what color you might need ...

Dawn

Anonymous said...

What an awesome bag! My purse always ends up with lots of empty wrappers and trash because at the basketball games I am closer than the garbage can! I also have gummy's, coupons, and hopefully my wallet!
Thanks for the chance to win your awesome creation.
Anne-Marie

Anonymous said...

Love the tote - I have a couple of cousins tht would also love it as they are very much into quilting and have actually designed some fabrics for moda. Now for the purse - wearthers candies. Every Sunday, half-way through church my husband says "Any candy in your purse" so I am prepared. Other than that the usual, wallet, makeup, pills and a comb that is about it, because I hate carrying a heavy purse. Karen

Anonymous said...

Oh, I want this bag so bad. I love, love, love it!!!

ana difley said...

Love your work! I always carry antibacterial handwipes, lipstick and snacks.

Anonymous said...

You are so generous..
The little bag is too cute!!!
I have 6 different tubes of lip balms/chapstick/vitamin e in my purse or big'ol suitcase as the hubby calls it.I am always loosing it...and 3 pocketknives. Wierd I know.....lol
pick me.. pick me...pick me....
Thanks for the chance!
Marie H
ReeRee220@aol.com

Deborah said...

Even though my kids are older teens, I STILL have to carry the never ending supply of gum, tissues, chapstick and lets not forget the bottomless wallet LOL. Would so love to win this - the colors are totally me!

Amanda said...

Wow - how adorable is that tote! So cute and creative. I always make sure to have my wallet, phone, camera and Zune in my purse.

Kim G said...

I love this tote, it is adorable, no wonder your daughter wanted to keep it!! I have "stuff" in my purse that I think I just have to have. It is never zipped like it should be. Would love to see you in person in Florida this summer!!

Gina said...

Oh my gracious gravy, what an ADORABLE tote!!!! Tooo cute!

My purse...wow, what do I *not* carry? I'm the mom of four kids 6 and under - though my 6y/o has started carrying her own purse which has taken a *few* things out of mine. LOL I knew I was officially a mom, though, when I always made sure there was a little pack of tissues in my purse. Oh, and those tissue potty seat covers. Love those things!!

Anonymous said...

Oh, that tote is just awesome! My purse? Well, I am know among my friends as the one who carries everything but the kitchen sink in their purse...and I do, but when they need something we're sure to find it in my purse! ;) Thanks for a chance to play.

Karen G said...

That tote and valentine is adorable. Makes me want to make some treats for friends :)

Helen F. said...

What a beautiful tote, Michelle!
I can just imagine how upset your daughter is by you giving it away :^)
Hard as I try, my purse is always stuffed to the point of NOT closing.
Every makeup known to woman, wallet over flowing with credit cards, business cards, stamps, notes (very little money ;)and coupons!
Love your tote, thanks for the chance to win.

Anonymous said...

I love this purse - how cute! Your blog is one of my favorites!

Anonymous said...

PS - sorry, forgot to say what's ALWAYS in my purse - CHOCOLATE!

Tiffany Ervin said...

Wow, what a pretty tote bag! I keep my purse very light...as light as possible with only the essentials, coin bag and check book, watch, one pen, my cell, back-up glasses and a small pocket knife if I need to trim or cut something while I'm on the road...and that's it! Thanks for sharing all your creations!

Anonymous said...

What a cute tote....... I always have to have a finger nail file in my purse, I am constantly breaking my nails and hate snagging them on everything.....
Thanks for the inspiration

Kerry said...

I love the tote! You do such nice work. My purse is small because that way I won't overload it. I keep my checkbook in in, breath mints, cell phone, and a few bucks. Nothing too exciting. It would all fit very nicely in that darling tote!

Anonymous said...

That bag is so cute! Your talent is amazing. My purse is pretty typical - debit card, checkbook, and hopefully some cash, readers and cell phone. It would be awesome to see you at CHA!

annesatx said...

BEAUTIFUL little purse! Thanks for the chance to win it. OK, my purse. Well, I keep my wallet, my checkbook, a Moleskin journal, lipstick, my Weight Watchers journal, my PDA/phone, and lots and lots of random junk! I used to love large purses until I realized it was an excuse for my honey to hand me his wallet, his keys, his phone, etc. Now mine is too small and he has to carry his own stuff! Best idea I ever had!

Anonymous said...

that bag is adorable . . . and sooo my colors!!!!!! let's see . . . what's in my purse . . . eclipse wintergreen gum . . . usb drive . . . my camera (always) . . . and a ton of other stuff!

Anonymous said...

How stinkin' cute is this one Mish! Love it! My favorite thing I carry in my purse is a clear plastic cosmetic bag which holds all my lipsticks & lip balms.

Dorothy said...

I have loads of sticky notes and receipts in my purse. Sometimes I change bags just so I don't have all that stuff!

Gail S. said...

People laugh at me because I have everything in my purse! You never know when you (or someone you are with) might need a tape measure, bandaid, asprin, mirror etc...

Anonymous said...

What's not in my purse, lol. I need to be prepared like all good moms are but I probably don't need the nail clippers in my cosmetic bag. You never know though, they could come in handy! One of the other items that many young girl Mom's out there have are Justice Fun Cards, a must have.

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