these, and more upcycled itzaChicThing jean jackets are now at Bombadil Studios in Springfield, IL. I’ve got a stash of unembellished jackets, all shapes and sizes awaiting me in my studio. I need to give myself time to let my creative energy go….
A Mixed Bag
February 4, 2017 - Comments Off on A Mixed Bag
Find the details on this mixed media crossbody bag in my etsy shop itzaChicThing
Handmade
September 12, 2016 - Comments Off on Handmade
making headbands for the etsy shop and Pumpkin Festival
Dungarees Deconstructed
September 6, 2016 - Comments Off on Dungarees Deconstructed
making.
Morton Pumpkin Festival is September 16,17. I’ll be there with my upcycled accessories. Here’s a recent creation.
Painted Shoes
February 11, 2016 - Comments Off on Painted Shoes
new ideas for 2016.
these steampunk-y looking shoes are painted with oil based paint markers, then sealed for added protection (all can be found in my etsy shop ItzaChicThing)
Boho Gypsy Soul
August 1, 2015 - Comments Off on Boho Gypsy Soul
handmade upcycled boho gypsy festival bag
vintage buttons, bling, lace & embroidery snippets
handstitched accents
double vintage crocheted crossbody strap
body of bag 14×13-1/2 (plus 5″ shabby chic fringe)
triple pocket on front, large pocket on back and inside.
Satin-y crinkle fabric lining
large crossbody bag, boho gypsy, festival
handmade, indie design
one of a kind
measures 13-1/2″ x 12″ usable space (plus the fringe)
upcycled using upholstery fabric samples, denim, denim pockets, vintage – lace, pearl buttons, embroidery and random bits of fabric
2″ wide strap
44″ strap
features double front & back pocket
{ you won’t see another one
handmade boho gypsy festival bag
heavy duty denim seam crossbody strap
deep front pocket 9-1/2×7
12×14 body
5″ fabric snippet fringe
handstitched accents
painted leather feather
upcycled denim cross body boho bag
front pocket velcro flap
button closure
upcycled fabric snippets, denim, vintage lace, embroidery & crochet
8-1/2×8-1/2
3-1/2’ shabby fabric fringe
Wedding Bells will be Ringing…
June 15, 2015 - 2 Responses
Soon I’ll get back to my studio and start creating again for my etsy shop…. for now, though, I’m surrounding myself with soft peachy pink wedding magic
FlowerPower
June 14, 2015 - Comments Off on FlowerPower
one-of-a-kind handmade upcycled pouch | flowerpower design | itzachicthing.etsy.com
Autumn Inspired
October 28, 2014 - Comments Off on Autumn Inspired
Soon to be added to my etsy shop….
Textile Art Bag
October 25, 2014 - Comments Off on Textile Art Bag
This clutch bag is so soft and feels good to the touch. That’s why I left it as a clutch…as opposed to adding a long crossbody strap. It’s now on display at Urban Sassafras (in Springfield, Il), but can also be purchased through my etsy shop itzachicthing.etsy.com if I know about interest. Just let me know. It measures 7-3/4″ x 5-1/4″ and has a back zippered pocket.
Fresh Air and Sunshine
October 23, 2014 - Comments Off on Fresh Air and Sunshine
enjoying the sunshine and getting some fresh air…it was a beautiful fall day for a walk in the park.
funky leopard clutch bag – my new favorite
October 10, 2014 - Comments Off on funky leopard clutch bag – my new favorite
Now available at Urban Sassafras in Springfield, Il.
Clutch Bag Designs. Bricolage.
October 4, 2014 - Comments Off on Clutch Bag Designs. Bricolage.
the elements used to create bricolage clutch bag pictured below.
11-1/2″ x 5-1/4″ | upcycled | one-of-a-kind
Plastic Bags
April 29, 2014 - Comments Off on Plastic Bags
Here are a couple of bags that were created using the fused plastic bag technique. This is the original process that I used when I opened my etsy shop, itzaChicThing.etsy.com
Over the years, my style evolved to include more recycled fabrics, instead of plastic. Thought I would try it out again, after looking back at some of my photos and thinking that they had a different kind of interesting look. Here are a couple of new creations, in the old style.
A Walk in the Country
March 21, 2014 - Comments Off on A Walk in the Country
Took a nice walk in the country today–a perfect second day of spring– with my dad…molly went, too.
Easter Bonnet
March 10, 2014 - Comments Off on Easter Bonnet
I started experimenting with making hats when I found a set of wooden hat forms at an estate sale. They’re created free-form, bricolage style by layering fabrics, molding,cutting, stitching until I get the look that I want. I love the way this one turned out, it’s one of my favorites. It sold at a local event where I set up my upcycled vendor cart…here’s a photo of the cart:
Bricolage
December 31, 2013 - Comments Off on Bricolage
upcycled bags | upholstery fabric samples; recycled sweaters | vintage buttons | handstitching
Find them here in my Etsy shop:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/174122115/small-upcycled-crossbody-boho-bag?ref=shop_home_active
https://www.etsy.com/listing/174160517/crossbody-boho-bag-recycled-fabrics
Recharging
December 29, 2013 - Comments Off on Recharging
A fire in the wood burner is keeping me cozy as I recharge…straightening up the chaos in my studio and daydreaming…thinking thinking thinking. Got my new business cards yesterday. I used a photo of one of my favorite painted canvas upcycled bags….I think this one went Florida’s way this past year. (contact info is printed on the back)
