Fall, Folliage and FUR!
It’s finally done, my Michael Kors knockoff fur backpack. There’s not a whole lot to say, other than I’m totally loving how it turned out. Perhaps the best part of the project was how much FUN I had working on a non-apparel project. It was really refreshing, and I’m already collecting materials for my next bag! (This one has to stay a secret).
To recap, this is essentially the Lucy Backpack from Swoon Patterns, enlarged an inch in each direction; otherwise it looked a little too childish. I left out some details that I didn’t like (or were never going to work with my materials), and personalized the interior to suit my needs.
I love a little “bag bling”, so a big shout out to Lauren’s Creations. If you’re a steampunk lover, check out her Etsy shop here.
And while I’m shouting out……thanks to my beautiful daughter and equally beautiful son’s fiancé for helping with the photo shoot. Without you, I would have been back in my yard with the tripod, setting the timer, running in front of the camera and hoping for the best. It was so much fun doing this with you!
(Apple picking, Rocky Ridge Orchard, Bowdoin, ME)
Photo location — Derecktor / Robinhood Marina, Georgetown, ME
So it’s a wrap! Time to head home and start a new project.
As always, thanks for all the support and encouragement I get from the sewing community. Be well!
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Duane, it's FABULOUS! You've really hit one out of the park with this bag. Tremendous job — and great photos too (which I discover can be supersized for extra-close examination of the bag).
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Oh WOW – it is truly fantastic! You did an amazing job!
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A work of art. Amazing!!
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I LOVE that bag — totally the most awesome bag that I've seen this year! Job well done, gold star for you!
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That is such a classy look, the bag suits you if that makes any sense!
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Wow! Truly amazing!
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I didn't know I needed a fur backpack until I saw yours. It's completely covetable!
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I didn't know I needed a fur backpack until I saw yours. It's completely covetable!
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I AM IN AWE!
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Such an awesome job! I love the backpack and Swoon Patterns!
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Bag's great, photo shoot is fabulous. Model, what can I say? You are amazing.
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Kids are the best, they really know their p
Fashion photography and filters! Fan bloody tastic bag mate – job well done, it really suits your style. Fabulous.
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Amazing bag, and brilliant photo shoot.
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Sensational! Congratulations.
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What an awesome bag!!! Love the fur, and the bling. And a great photo shoot!
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Duane, LOVING this bag and your on-location photo shoot!!! Also loving your interior LUXURY labels–did you make them? And loving that you have caught the bag making bug. You can't make just one!!
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I love this bag! You inspired me to make a quilted velvet backpack for my husband, thank you!
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Fantastic bag. Thanks for the inspo!
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Beautiful work Duane! Both you and Peter never fail to inspire us all with the careful thought and craftsmanship you put into every project!
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Kyle, the labels were a gift from my daughter. She worked in a sewing studio and had access to a fancy embroidery machine. I save them for really special projects.
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What a great bag!I always find what you make very inspiring.
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Great gift from your daughter!
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so cool. I love it.
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It's really a triumph, Duane! Absolutely top-notch workmanship; I'm almost a little sad that it's finished because that means no more informative in-progress posts. 😉
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Great bag. You've really inspired me.
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Wow! Stylish and very useful, too. So unique. I've never seen a backpack like it. MORE!!
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