A year ago, I was on holiday in Scotland, and I had a disastrous fall. As well as smashing up my teeth and face, my bag also got damaged. I was a quite upset- it had been a birthday gift from Liz, and I'd only had it for a few weeks. It's a neat little Uniqlo banana bag, made of nylon. It's ideal for holidays - cross-body style it holds a surprising amount.
But it had half a dozen small holes and done larger ones, from where it hit the gravel.
I thought I should repair if before the Paris trip. Sunday afternoon I sat and sewed, whilst watching a fascinating film about actress Dame Margaret Rutherford.
An invisible mend seemed impossible - so I decided to make it bright and beautiful.
First I stitched the holes together with blue thread.
Then I stitched lazy daisies over them
Finally I sprinkled some silver sequins around the flowers.
Smart enough for the Champs Elysee, do you think?
I think you have improved it.
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DeleteVery stylish and fun! Catriona
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DeleteThat's a smart mend in both meanings of the word! Kx
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DeleteHow lovely you are very imaginative and such a good needlewoman. Have you always liked to sew? Regards Sue H
ReplyDeleteAlmost as long as I can remember, well over 60 years!
DeleteGlad to hear you are having a lovely holiday. The bag repair is beautiful.
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DeleteAnd now you have a very special personalized designer bag! Very smart!
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DeleteGrand job, Angela. Definitely smart enough for the Champs Elysee. Every time I buy a garment with embroidery on it my partner says "oh very Carole". I love embellishments.
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DeleteAbsolutely gorgeous, clever you.. I once embroidered daisies on the edge of a favourite blouse where the iron was too hot!
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DeleteThat's lovely visible mending. I love watching Margaret Rutherford in old films, an amazing lady. Hope the break away is lovely x
ReplyDeleteAlison in Wales x
She never started acting seriously till her 40s, which amazed me
DeleteThe bag looks great, I am so glad you saved it and did such a fantastic job! JanF
ReplyDeleteI'm glad I fixed it, it is so useful
DeleteNow you have a designer bag that no one else has! It's lovely.
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DeleteC'est tres chic!
ReplyDeleteLovely repairs! It's like a whole new designer bag.
ReplyDeleteIt is definitely unique!
DeleteCan't believe you were only 20minutes away from me last year. Nice job on the bag.
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DeleteBrilliant job!
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