You’re running out, you won’t wanna take your purse and a large bag would be to cumbersome anyway…so go for a clutch by Red Ruby Rose!  From vibrant jewel tones to sedate neutrals there is a match for any outfit.  A pop of color against your favorite black dress perhaps?  I LOVE the patterns and photographic elements used in these clutches.

1. “Ferns and Fronds”  silk lined clutch $75

2. “Silver Birch” silk lined coin purse $25

3. “Bird on a Branch” silk lined clutch $75

4. “Beautiful Butterfly” silk lined clutch $75

(The butterfly fabric is an original design by Red Ruby Rose!)

(All designs and images are property of Red Ruby Rose.)

Charm Design is home to some of the most beautiful bags and fabrics I know of! Maybe it’s ’cause I love all things Asian, or perhaps because I am particularly a sucker for cherry blossom prints…?? Either way it’s a fantastic shop with all kinds of wonderful goodies in it, from market totes to zipper pouches to granny bags. Also, Ranja Lee, owner of Charm Design has opened up a wonderful online fabric shop with her sister…it’s a must see for all of you other sewing mavens out there…it’s called IKS FABRIC so check it out! Here are my current favorites from her shop…I bought the Birds in Forest Market Tote on sight…I couldn’t help it…could you???

“Birds In Forest Market Tote” $36

“Animal Forest, Pink, Market Tote” $36.00

“Black Zakuro Market Tote” $28.50

(All designs and photos are property of Charm Design!!!)

If I had an unlimited budget I would probably have a bag for each day of the month!  And one (or two or three) of them would definitely be by Moop!  I guess I am just drawn to the sheer scale and form of this Market Bag not to mention the rich colors.  And the Fraulein Tote as well, has a  fabulous shape and texture.  They are just two pieces that you will consistently be able to use over and over again because of their classic design and functionality.

“Market Bag in 2 Shades of Burnt Red” $83

“The Fraulein Tote in Deep Brown” $96

(All images and designs are property of Moop!)Â

Someone I work with in the summer at camp came into the office yesterday wearing one of these bags, and I loved the stitching in it, so I asked her where she got it! I am always excited to find out about new handmade items from friends…especially ones I have never seen before. Queen Bee Creations and Chickpea Baby carry an array og bags and diaper bags, and totes and wallets and checkbooks…etc…made with vinyl – no leather here! There are also cute little baby onesies to be found. If you are looking for a sturdy durable bag with loads of personality this is the place to look…plus right now some items are on sale!

“Stylus” $86

“Chirp” $82

“Lotus” $53

(All images and designs are property of Queen Bee Creations and Chickpea Baby!) 

In honor of my 30th year walking this earth, I thought I would do a personal birthday list…so…here are things that I have on my favorites, or things that should be on my favorites lists, because I WANT THEM ALL!!! There are of course many more on the list than these…but I can’t possibly fit them all…also, any of you out there who know me and have not yet shopped for this momentous occasion…here’s your chance to snag me something handmade…hurry tho most are one of a kind!!!

“Serene — Micro-Faceted Ruby Rondelles” $68

By Rae’s Creations

“two swallows on ivory” $420

By OneBlackBird 

“Zen Bridge – Original Color Fine Art TTV Photo – 10×10″ $20 

By House of Six Cats Photography 

“gogovivi urban edge shoulder bag japanese print” $40

By Gogovivi 

“Melt in Your Mouth, Almond Brittle” $9.99

By Sugarfix 

“Darling Sparrow Soapdish” $14.95

By The Present Past Collection

(Saw this one on the Anything Indie Blog…

gotta give credit where it’s due…Great Find!)

(ALL designs and photos belong to each respective artist!)

I love changing my bag, and if I could afford it, I would do it every month…but since funds sometimes prohibit this…I find it easier to change up your checkbook! I LOVE a cute checkbook cover, and that’s exactly what I found at Meg RNC’s etsy shop! They make a great gift for a friend and they’re easy to mix and match with whatever bag you are loving.

Fabric Checkbook Cover in Pink Fleurish $12

Fabric Checkbook Cover in Blue and Flowers $12

Fabric Checkbook Cover in Green Flowers on Brown $12

(All pictures and designs are property of Meg RNC!) 

These pieces by Gogovivi are beautifully done!  Her attention to detail is accompanied by a strong design sense and a gift for putting together textures with color!  The bags range from a vintage feel to city chic, there is truly one for every woman in her current collection.

“Gogovivi Mini Big Mouth linen handbag” $34

“Gogovivi Snappy v2.0 linen and applique frame handbag” $48

“Gogovivi geohollywood slouchy city tote” $ 42

(All designs and images are property of Gogovivi.)

In keeping with my gift hunting theme, I found these beautifully done cosmetic bags and a bright red clutch from Sidney Ann. I myself LOVE all things red so had to include the clutch! Who doesn’t need a red clutch in the winter? Anyway…the cosmetic bags are a favorite of mine too…not only are they cute on the outside, but on the inside too thanks to Sidney’s attention to detail!

“Floral cosmetic bag – large” $24

“Brown and green polka dot cosmetic bag – large” $24

“Red leather and cowhide clutch” $120

(All images and designs property of Sidney Ann!)

All though summer’s not over yet, I am already yearning for those rich fall colors, so that’s probably why I am posting these beautiful bags by Charm Designs. I was really attracted to the shape of the bags as well as the color scheme, and I’m a little afraid that if I post them someone else might buy them before I can! Please take a look:

“Leaves Dancing – Granny Bag (New Style)” $50

“Yamatonadeshiko – Reversible Bag” $52

“Brown Tsubaki – Reversible Bag” $52

(All photos and designs property of Charm Designs.)