Tote mode with a vintage flair…..

Is what’s on the table at the moment. A donation request was made, from a member of our long term care facility board, for an upcoming fund raising event/auction. Hmmmm…..what to donate…….there’s always a table topper (we always can use something new in that department) but, then, I thought that a shopping tote might be something with more universal appeal. Delving into my stash (vintage and fabric), I came up with some happy bright fabric and a pillow case that mirrored those fabric colors. The plaid is a denim(!) that will be the body of the tote and the pillowcase is below. I’ve done a bit of the stitching in this section now, on to the part without the embroidery and that lovely lavender band. The crochet edging is so yummy, don’t you think?? And…the best part is…there’s enough fabric, and a pair of these pillowcases, so I might just make 2 of these! Stay tuned. All this, with GS #2 getting married in 2 days but the wedding preparations seem to be well in hand. One more close-up of this project and I will need to begin the day…….