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Shine on Award!
I received “The Shine On Award” from Mischievouseyez click on the link to check out her blog. She always seems to put a smile on your face! Thank you again Michievouseyez! “This award is for the...
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Poll Results- Select a Purse for the March Giveaway.
Hippie Conversion Tote Bag Great news for all of those who voted for the The Hippie Conversion Tote Bag! One lucky winner will receive the tote during the March Giveaway. You’ll have one chance to...
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Purse Giveaway!
Welcome to La Cartera’s March Madness Purse Giveaway! March 9th-10th Hippie Conversion Tote Bag The Rules: 1. You must be a follower of La Cartera’s blog - via email, facebook, twitter, or WordPress....
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Enter to Win the Hippie Conversion Tote Bag
Follow the link to the Purse Giveaway! Filed under: Surveys Tagged: Crafts, design, fashion, giveaway, Handbag, handmade, Purse design, Recycling, repurpose, Sewing, Textile, Tote bag, upcycle
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Tangerine Foldover Clutch Tutorial
This design is super easy and fun to make! The Tangerine foldover clutch material used here is from Abuja, Nigeria. I love the paint splatter effect. My fabric choice comes from a repurposed...
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Creme de Menthe Purse Tutorial
I love Green!! You gotta love this purse with recessed zipper and rope handle. It reminds me of the Andes Creme de Menthe candy. I think all of the purse are easy to make but, seriously this one...
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Hit or Miss?
My first attempt at upcycling two placemats with handmade beaded handles. Is it a hit or miss? Using only the materials on hand… Nice try or try again? Don’t be shy~tell me what you think? Stay...
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Upcycle Sunflower Purse Tutorial
The Sunflower Purse Tutorial is simple to make with two round placemats. The handmade beaded handles add extra interest to textured placemats. Materials Needed Purse: Two thin standard round...
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Grand Opening!
It’s official, I’ve finally opened my online Etsy Shop! You can find me under LaCartera or Click here! Please take a look, follow me and share with your friends. I still have more listings to create...
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Upcycled Bow Clutch Tutorial
Here’s a quick and easy tutorial on how to upcycle two placemats into a cute bow clutch purse. Designed for only the essentials you need to carry to a wedding or night on the town. The party purse...
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