I don't know what it is about silly tote bags that has me all atwitter these days, but it's undeniable. I love a silly tote bag. It may have something to do with the fact that, on any given day, I am carrying between one and three bags. Usually this has something to do with lots and lots of files, an embroidery project, and the usual necessities of life.
Despite this mini-obsession with sassy tote bags, I own very few. In fact, prior to making this piece, I owned exactly one (it reads: "book addict", is from Powell's, and still carries all my groceries on a regular basis).
Clearly this was a situation I needed to rectify. After spying (and loving) Tromp L'oeil tote bags all over the Internet, I found these Martha Stewart DIY options.
The thing about Martha (you probably know this about Martha) is that she's crazy. She recommends that you use her print-outs, waste about 95 pieces of transfer paper, and give yourself a headache.
When all you really need is a fabric marker, an idea, and some confidence. Using Martha's pattern as a guide (on the iPad), I drew a Birkin-esque purse onto my tote, then traced with the black fabric marker. The process probably took five minutes (my husband was stunned), and now I am the proud owner of a perfect carry-all.
...and it didn't cost me ten grand! Take that, Hermès.
PS: Mom, I still want a Kelly.
Thank you for the input, Dolf! I'll see what I can do project-wise
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