The Handbag Girl

~Rainy Sunday~

2011-03-06T15:30:00.000-08:00

For the VERY rainy Sunday it is today here in Westminster, I sure got a lot finished, after brunsh at Ihop of course. Well, I just cut out A LOT of fabrics, the dreaded first step of sewing. Enjoy these great "rainy day" pics I found online........Rainy days really can be relaxing and not always dreary......

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Fab Shop Friday

2011-03-04T10:44:00.000-08:00

Today's fab shop is my good friend Teresa's jewelry shop, Teresa's Desert Treasures or TDT. I haven't actually "met" Teresa, but she is a great crafty friend of mine I meet in an online craft business class.

Check out a few of her fabulous Desert Treasures.....

Silver Heart w/ Glass Turquoise on Turquios Seed Beads Necklace

Fancy Jasper SS Bali Flower Earrings

Black Glass (Heart) Bracelet

Check out her shop here and her facebook here. I know she is currently working on a new website, so look forward to that!!!!!

First Ever Giveaway for Oh, Lauren!!!

2011-02-24T10:53:00.000-08:00

Check out my friend Oh, Lauren's blog HERE for her very first giveaway. She loves snail mail so much she want to give one lucky blog follower this super cute pack with a postcard stamp, ink pad and some cute postcards and note cards.

~New Website~

2011-02-15T12:04:00.000-08:00

The new Abigail Leigh Handbags website is now available to view. I'm very excited to finally have my own personal website and even more excited to have the email address to go along with it : ) The site is informational only at this time but shows almost all of my styles I make. The home page also has links to all of my other pages such as email, facebook, twitter, blog, etsy shop and flicker page. Flickr is really where all of my creations will be located to view.....

On another note I am pretty sure I am in B.E.S.T (Baltimore Etsy Street Team)....I'm super excited about that......This means I will be minggling with the Best Etsyans in Baltimore...I'm hoping this will grown my business as well by getting out there with other Etsy sellers.

Stay tuned this week/weekend for my project I've been working on and some new wallets in the shop.....

I'm a Kate Spade Girl

2011-02-09T16:46:00.000-08:00

Who's a Kate Spade girl, me me me me.........Kate Spade has been my favorite handbag designer for about 10 years now and I'm loving the clothing line she has brought to us since 2009. The colors and styles are just as feminine and classic has her handbags. Her clothes are great for all situations like a day at work, a date and even a cocktail party. Enjoy some of the outfits from the Spring 2011 line........The first is my fav : )

DVF Spring 2011

2011-02-08T11:04:00.001-08:00

I'm loving Diane Von Furstenberg's Spring 2011 line, below is a sampling of my favs.....and DVF herself in the first one.

Fab Shop Friday

2011-02-04T10:34:00.000-08:00

I usually go to Etsy everyday to see what's new and what great shops I can find.......Last week I came across this great ceramics shop called Circa Ceramics. They are based out of Chicago and their logo is "functional + decorated + ware". Below are just a few of the great pieces they have. I'm totally in love with the button mug.......Check out their etsy shop, blog or facebook page

American Idol Season 10

2011-01-19T07:39:00.000-08:00

Tonight is the season premier of American Idol Season 10. This is my ALL TIME FAVORITE SHOW (even though I only started watching the past 3 years). This year is going to be especially interesting b/c the only judge that is still on the show is Randy Jackson. I was not happy when Paula Abdul left and now Simon Cowell is gone as well. I'm not a huge fan of J Lo but this season should be an interesting one with all of the new judge changes. I'm wondering who will be "Paula" and who will be "Simon". I think J Lo will be the tough judge and Steven Tyler will be the one who loves everyone. Hopefully they get some good talent this year unlike last year, but I have to say I still catch myself singing "Pants on the ground" every once and a while : )

My favorite judges of all time

This years judges with J Lo and Steven Tyler

My all time favorite AI was David Cook in Season 7. I even saw him at the local fair in concert

I loved Matt Giraud in Season 8 even though he didn't even make it to the top 3.

And of course the adorable Lee Dewyze from Season 9 (last season). He was VERY modest about his talent.

So, are you looking forward to this year and the new judges? Thursdays and/or Fridays might be my recap day on here for AI so stay tuned.

Golden Globes

2011-01-17T13:10:00.000-08:00

I love award shows so much, mostly to see what everyone is wearing......And The Golden Globes are the most glamorous of the award shows. I have a few best and worst dressed......Who do you think was the best and worst dressed of the Globes last night?!?!

This classic navy is gorgeous.....

As much as I dislike Angie she looked stunning in this dress

This is my favorite dress of the evening. I love the style and especially the color...

I think she always looks a hot mess....

And I'm shocked with Michelle Williams, this was not and Oscar worthy dress at all....

Bring On 2011!!!!!

2011-01-06T13:39:00.000-08:00

2011 is going to be my year for EVERYTHING, well almost. I have started to listen to “The Secret”, well it was everyday and now I’ve gotten a little lax on that. Listening to this everyday will push me to achieve what I want in my life and my business. It’s a powerful book/movie if you haven’t seen it yet.

1. The main resolution is to stop PROCRASTINATING……this will solve almost all of my problems : )

2. I’m going to set a schedule to work my business like a part time job, and stick to it…this is where #1 will come into play.

3. I’m also going to try to come up with a great packaging idea to use for all of my orders.

4. I’m going to continue to promote my handbags on my Facebook fan page (see sidebar for the link) and get into as many craft fairs as possible with my huge inventory I’m going to have b/c I’m sticking to my schedule : )

4. I’m going to be more vocal on blogs and also blog myself on here for at least 3 days a week to start……Once I get the hang of it I’m going to shoot for everyday : )

4. I’m going to start eating much better and doing my “30 Day Shred” workout EVERYDAY…..I started to follow www.homemadegrits.blogspot.com/2011/01/what-i-eat-part-1.html It’s very intriguing to me and can’t wait to read more about how she lost 30 lbs. I have about 50 lbs to loose though. I’m going to try to go to hot yoga when times and money permits as well.

5. I’m going to continue to watch my spending, I’ve been very good in the past year but I need to get better at it

6. I’m going to start to go through my “junk” at my parents house so it will be easier to move out when the time come. I have so many clothes, and just boxes of crap I don’t need.

7. And to keep myself positive along the way I will be listening to “The Secret” almost everyday.

I will def be posting my progress along the way….

DIY Chair Railing Shoe Rack

2011-01-06T07:43:00.000-08:00

This is such a fabulous idea from Well Worn (if your a heel girl)....one day I will have my own place to be able to decorate myself using all of the great DIY ideas from blogs.....

WELL WORN: DIY Chair Railing Shoe Rack: "Photograph from Livingetc, March 2010, via House to Home. Anthropologie knobs, clockwise from top left: Mercury Glass Melon knob, £8; Fram..."

Read more: http://www.mylivesignature.com/mls_wizard2_1.php?sid=54488-177-C09D1B5E603C5CB3AC8C47AFFBC12F72#ixzz0osLRT04c

2011-01-02T19:10:00.000-08:00

Today I met up with friends for lunch at City Cafe in Baltimore.....it was great to catch up over a yummy meal....the New Year is off to a good start except for my sinus infection...

Read more: http://www.mylivesignature.com/mls_wizard2_1.php?sid=54488-177-C09D1B5E603C5CB3AC8C47AFFBC12F72#ixzz0osLRT04c

It's been a while......

2010-08-05T09:53:00.000-07:00

It's been a while..........

I've been MIA for a while on here and am back. Vacations, filling orders and just being lazy. Well, I have a new wallet that I will be adding to my shop this weekend along with some other new bags. Also, I may have a special coming up soon ; ) so check back soon or visit my facebook page at the sidebar on here.

Ahhhh the beach......

2010-05-12T12:05:00.000-07:00

Even though I'm NOT a beach person, I love to get away to my parents beach house on the Eastern Shore in MD. I usually hang out at the house, lounging on the huge front porch or driving down Costal Highway shopping....I just love the how beach houses are decorated....My parents house is not as fabulous as these pics, it's VERY beachy and homey. Trust me, my mother would love to decorate like these as well....

I think this last one is a store, but it sooooo cute : )

Stella clutch special order

2010-05-11T20:34:00.000-07:00

I got a special order for Stella clutches for bridesmaid gifts....here is the progress. They should be finshed tomorrow night so there will be more photos by Thurs night.....

Upcycled Etsy Shop

2010-05-11T12:01:00.000-07:00

I was looking on Etsy for some cute comfy clothes to take to Jamaica and came across this awesome shop, Clementiny clothing. Fabulous clothing made from 100% re-purposed and recycled materials.....

adorable top for a child

This top has light colored side panels

New product photos coming soon to the site

2010-05-11T09:39:00.000-07:00

I can not wait for my new photos of my products coming soon....a friend of mine, will be taking them for me in the next week or 2. He takes fabulous shots and am excited for my bags to be photographed to show their true beauty....I don't think my skills cut it : P Here is some of my favs of his....

Write up on Our Daily Chocolate!!!

2010-05-11T09:34:00.000-07:00

I'm super excited to be written up by Ashley over at Our Daily Chocolate today...I'm also having a fabulous giveway over there. So go HERE and check it out and enter to win my latest Audrey bag w/ a fabulous Navy and White Starfish pattern....and welcome all of my new followers...

Abby

Tell your story online class...

2010-04-26T11:00:00.000-07:00

I think I posted about this a while ago but I'm super excited that my latest online class is starting this week. It's called Tell Your Story, which will go for 6 weeks and teaches us how to create a journal that will follow my dreams, personal challenges, and everything else as a crafter and person....It's being taught by the fabulous Red Velvet Girls. I'm hoping to have my intro pages done tonight so stay tuned for those. I've been busy and sick w/ allergies so everything is moving kind of slow for me at the moment.....

Abby

80's Dance Sat night

2010-04-21T07:03:00.000-07:00

For anyone in the Carroll County MD area......I can't wait it should be a great time!!!! And The Reagan Years are playing it.....let me know if anyone is interested

Check out the event info on facebook.

Date and Time : Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 7:00pm-midnight
Place : Hampstead Fire Hall

Come dance the night away and help raise money for a great cause. The dance will be hosted by Team Lifesavers and we are raising money for the American Cancer Society-Relay For Life of Westminster. Tickets are $25.00 per person or $40.00 per couple. The band for the night will be The Reagan Years. They are known as The East Coasts Premier 80's Tribute Band. This event is BYOB. For tickets please contact myself or Bonnie Sahm. We can only sell a limited amount of tickets so get yours before we sell out!!

Fab giveaway at Our Daily Chocolate.....

2010-04-19T09:03:00.000-07:00

I met Ashley from Our Daily Chocolate at a fundraiser open house where we both had a table set up.....I got an email today that she is having a FAB giveaway on her blog......this is a much check out. Also check out Like a Warm Cup of Coffee.......

Good luck to everyone!!!!!!!

Charm City Fashion Show

2010-04-08T14:16:00.000-07:00

I'm very excited for the Charm City Fashion Show this weekend w/ my friend Lauren...it should be a great time. I'm also going to make a new bag to carry ; )

First pedi of the season!!!!!

2010-04-07T07:57:00.000-07:00

I had decided to get a pedi over the holiday weekend and posted that on my facebook page. That night my boyfriend got in my car and told me to go to this shop at this time and my pedi has been set up, paid for and tipped!!!!!! Isn't he the best!!!!!

New tattoo

2010-04-06T10:46:00.001-07:00

So I finally got a sewing tattoo, a needle and tread.....and he touched up my star so it looks like a star and not an * ; )

For anyone in Carroll County MD, Matt did it at Matteo Ink in Westminster.

Tell your story class

2010-04-03T08:57:00.000-07:00

So, I've signed up for another crafty class. This one is Tell Your Story online journal class I'm very excited to get this one started, and we even got a first lesson....an introduction page to work on until class starts : )

Pile of Crap in Baltimore MD

2010-03-30T07:54:00.000-07:00

I applied for the craft show in Baltimore called Pile of Crap put on by the Charm City Craft Mafia, wish me luck!!!!!!

My latest polyvore...

2010-03-24T11:13:00.000-07:00

I LOVE this site!!!!!!!

spring has sprung...... by abigailleigh featuring True Religion jeans

Items in this set:
Top von Iheart ab 59,00 € im CONLEYS Online Shop
True Religion Billy Straight Leg Jeans - Montgomery, $240
EMBROIDERED BALLERINA, 330 GBP
Pleated leather tote, $950
Lightening Stud Earrings, $42

Spring haircut

2010-03-11T11:04:00.001-08:00

So, I have a hair appt on Sat and really want to get my spring cut....I'm loving these styles......I'm def getting a stacked cut, I know that.

~Spring~

2010-03-11T08:18:00.000-08:00

Some inside and out photos that make me excited for Spring............

Indie Business 2.0

2010-03-01T06:55:00.000-08:00

I'm soooo excited for the start of Indie Business 2.0 which is starting this week. This is an online business class that will teach all aspects of starting and maintaining an indie business. It's given by Leigh-Ann of FreckledNest.com, Jill of LuneVintage.com and Elsie of RedVelvetArt.com. These creative ladies are experts in this field and I hope to learn a lot to grow my business.....

Armelle Jewelry

2010-01-27T10:26:00.000-08:00

The etsy shop Armelle Jewelry has such cute gift ideas for that special girl.....

Piece of my Heart Necklace

Key to my Heart Necklace

I Love You Necklace

Personalized Invitations, etc shop

2010-01-21T07:58:00.000-08:00

Merrymint Designs is a shop on Etsy that create personalized notecards, announcements, shower invitations, wedding invitations and even the response cards to go with the wedding invitations.....here are some of the fabulous examples of their work......

Recycled Skateboard Jewelry

2010-01-20T08:50:00.000-08:00

I LOVE this shop I found on Etsy called Seven Ply. They use skateboards to make super cool necklaces, earring, rings and belt buckles. I love the necklace below......

Necklace

Ring

Belt Buckle

New line of bags...

2010-01-19T10:17:00.000-08:00

I'm very excited to have been able to take home about 15 dress shirts from work that were going to be thrown away.....I'm going to use the fabric for a limited number of handbags. Unfortunately when I took them home my father said they were my uncles size so he took about half of them from me : ( and of course they were the more colorful ones....oh well, hopefully my uncle will not like them all.....

Neglecting you......

2010-01-19T08:11:00.000-08:00

So, I have been really neglecting my blog and one of my resolutions is to post everyday on here. I would love to be a master blogger like some of the ones I read and have hundreds of followers. So, tonight I will make an actual post (b/c this doesn't count). My problem is, when I get home I'm tired of being on the computer all day that I don't want to get on at home. I'm also going to start working more on my bags throughout the year and continue to make different styles. So, look for more this afternoon and tonight!!

Bella Bead Studio.

2009-12-22T08:09:00.000-08:00

I just found this fabulous Etsy shop called Bella Bead Studio and these are fy faves from the shop.

Please no snow this weekend!!!!

2009-12-18T07:00:00.000-08:00

My birthday celebration is tomorrow night at The Green Turtle but they are calling for a blizzard......I REEEEEAAAAALLLLLYYYY want to go out tomorrow night so it CAN NOT SNOW!!!!

8 Days Left to Shop~~~~

2009-12-17T09:55:00.001-08:00

There are only 8 shopping days left, do you have all of the women on your list finished? If not hop on over to Abigail Leigh Handbags and get a fabulous purse or clutch for your friend, family member or coworker on your list.....free shipping until Sun. Dec. 20th....

How to make money on Etsy

2009-12-17T07:36:00.000-08:00

This post on Brokelyn.com is fabulous for all of us crafters on Etsy or any other handmade selling site. It's called How to make money on Etsy and has great information and has very inspiring examples of Etsy sellers.....I'm totally imspired to get my shop slammin' so I can "sellout"...

Abby in Marian Cowl

2009-12-07T11:21:00.001-08:00

Abby in Marian Cowl
Originally uploaded by Sara Kirby

My new cowl from the fabulous Sara Kirby......I also have 2 other goodies coming to me. A cozy had and another cowl but a little dressier and smaller.

Hand drawn, Limited-edition Agendas from Veekee!

2009-11-26T13:37:00.000-08:00

Poppytalk featured this fabulous shop that makes hand drawn agenda books for 2010...I'm going to have to use Christmas money to get one : )

http://veekee.ca/

Kate Spade holiday looks....

2009-11-18T08:41:00.000-08:00

These are such great outfits from the Kate Spade clothing line.......please let me win the lottery : )

This is just a fabulous green for a holiday party and the purple shoes are fab with it

I love shirts like this with a lot of ruffles, bows and extra stuff to give interest,

I'd probably wear a cardi with it for the office, maybe a great or even a muted color

So cute and proper.....I would totally wear the shoes below with it.

This is just a fun, cute dress......and love the GREEN!!!!!

Patrick Irla Jewelry

2009-11-10T10:45:00.000-08:00

I came across this great shop on Etsy that uses lost wax casting to make the beautiful jewelry. He does everything himself and also uses green products whenever possible. Below are a few favs of mine from the shop.....

http://www.patrickirlajewelry.etsy.com/

Hydrangea Blossom and Diamond Stacking Ring $129

Sterling Silver and Black Diamond Stacking Ring $110

Japanese Maple Seed Pendant $70

Fabulous dressmaker on Etsy

2009-11-05T09:21:00.000-08:00

I stumbled across this fabulous shop on Etsy this mornring and what caught my eye was this gorgeous dress...Sarahsevens dresses are heavenly.... http://www.sarahseven.etsy.com/ And 5% of her proceeds go to charity.

Fall Harvest.....

2009-11-04T07:30:00.000-08:00

I'm loving the Etsy main page with Fall Harvest inspired products.....especially the shop Mireio that specializes in boutique candles, lavender pillow, and vintage inspired goods. I'm loving these acorn sachets.

www.mireio.etsy.com

Baltimore Party in the Park

2009-10-08T07:21:00.000-07:00

This looks like a fabulous time for the whole family.....

It goes to a GREAT cause as well. Goes to The Nikki Perlow Foundation.

www.baltimorepartyinthepark.com

Baltimore Party in the Park
Padonia Park- West Picnic Area, 12006 Jennifer Road, Cockeysville, MD
Saturday, October 10, 2009* 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
$10 Adults, $5 for children 12 and under
Event Hot Line:(866) 771-3014
* Rain Date: Saturday, October 17

The Nikki Perlow Foundation was established to celebrate the life of a beautiful young 21-year old woman, Nikki Perlow, who died of an accidental overdose. Her family and friends formed this foundation to honor her memory and provide financial, logistical and emotional support to those young adults, like Nikki.

LBD HELP

2009-10-01T09:03:00.000-07:00

Ok, so I should know what to wear with a little black dress (LBD) but I don't : ) Corinna's bachelorette party is Sat night and the dress code is a LBD, but I'm still a little sick and I'm sure it's going to be cold. I can not figure out what to wear over top to keep myself warm that will look cute since I am the only single one that's going to be there. I really don't have anything so I would have to go get something......the only think I do have is a 3/4 sleeve cardigan. Any Suggestions?!?!?!?!

New B.E.S.T. member

2009-09-18T07:27:00.001-07:00

I'm very excited that my friend Sara is a new member of B.E.S.T (Baltimore Etsy Street Team). Check her out at:

www.sarakirbydesigns.etsy.com
www.thejewelerstype.blogspot.com

I hope to become one soon : ) Crossing fingers!!!!!!

David Cook

2009-09-18T07:08:00.000-07:00

So, tonight I get to see my boyfriend in concert!!!!! I'm super excited......I kept watching American Idol b/c of David Cook. That was the first season I watched and I thought he was so hot I kept watching, even before his "hollywood make over". One day we will be together, lol....

I'm another Market member

2009-08-25T17:55:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited for myt shop to be a part of another Market on http://www.1000markets.com/. This one is called Handmade Haven.....there are so many fabulous shops in that market.

http://www.1000markets.com/groups/handmadehaven

I'm in a MARKET

2009-08-24T07:05:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited that I am now in the Wear It Out market on 1000 Markets where I have one of my shops.......Stop by the market and check out mine and the other fabulous shops!!!!!! I'm so excited about how great my handbags are doing and how much everyone loves them....I even had a blind date this weekend and he was very impressed with my bag and that I do that...

http://www.1000markets.com/groups/wearitout

www.1000markets.com/shops/abigailleigh

Crafty Bastards....

2009-08-21T07:54:00.000-07:00

o, excited b/c Sara and I got an invitation to the Crafty Bastards DC Volunteer Party next Thursday. It's in DC at Asylum...woooo hoooo a DC adventure to come!!!!

The Stella Clutch!!!

2009-08-20T19:44:00.000-07:00

This is my latest bag called The Stella Clutch. The pattern is not mine, I just got it on Etsy yesterday. Fabulous!!!!! More bags to come as I make them.

Yoga

2009-08-19T11:23:00.000-07:00

I tried Bikram Yoga before and was not too excited to go back.....but last night I went to another yoga studio that was fab!!!! It's www.lifelinepoweryoga.com in Towson, MD right off the circle by the mall. This was still a very hot room but not as hot as Bikram. I am def going to keep going to this class. I am soooo sore even my abs are very sore. That is a good sign : )

Followers

2009-08-16T15:13:00.000-07:00

Wow, I have 9 followers now : ) I need to up my anti on here......well I'm trying to figure out some new styles so that may be coming in the near future. Maybe a small wallet, checkbook cover and a new bag style. I also have so many plans for the next 2 months, so I will be posting about everything.

The 3/50 project

2009-08-05T08:32:00.000-07:00

I love this idea....brilliant : )

Ravens Training Camp

2009-08-01T18:23:00.000-07:00

Every year from now to the end of Aug the Baltimore Ravens have training at McDaniel College (I still call it Western Md College). This year I finally went and I don't even like football, lol. Here are just a few of my pics from that day.

There's Ray Lewis on the left

Heap & Flacco

Flacco

Shellie Bag w/ zipper

2009-08-01T18:20:00.000-07:00

Whew, was this a tough one to make. I have a pounding headache from this thing. These people all want to give me a challenge, lol. Enjoy....

Sewing, sewing, sewing this past weekend

2009-07-20T17:55:00.000-07:00

So, I had a table at a fundraising event in Hampstead this past weekend and of course I waited to the last minute. Here are some pics of preparing and the event.

I didn't sell anything, but I did get an order today from someone that was there, yippee.

Last Minute Lucy

2009-07-16T06:05:00.000-07:00

So, I get myself into sticky situations b/c I'm such a procrastinator......I'm going to have a table at this Children Helping Children event on Sun and I have 4 large bags, 2 small bags and 4 wristlets made. I have everything cut out, interfaced and magnetic clasps put in to make 9 more large bags and 5 more small bags. The only thing I need to do is fold in and sew the straps together, add my labels and pockets, and sew the bags together. Sounds like a lot? Yeah, it does. I'm hoping to get most of that finished tonight. I have to "bust a move" if I want to get that done. I want to go to Artscape tomorrow night, and I already have plans to go to Philly for the day on Sat with my sister and friend. So, I have tonight, tomorrow night and some on Sun morning to get this done, lol. I might have to not go to Artscape tomorrow night and just plan to go after the event on Sun. It might not be as busy then also. I'll be taking pics of the progress but probably won't post them until Mon or Tues night. tata for now, and hope to see all the locals on Sun in Hampstead.

Abigail Leigh

Children helping children fundraiser

2009-07-07T06:50:00.000-07:00

I'm super excited to be apart of this event. The details are below:

Hampstead Fire Hall, Hampstead MD
Sun July 19th
1pm-5pm

There will be raffles, carnival games, food, craft vendors and more. This is an event that supports Share Our Strength and raises money to feed hungry children in the U.S.

Hope to see the local bloggers there.

Abby

Giveaway: Chie Mihara Marieta Sandals

2009-06-22T12:56:00.000-07:00

Check out http://www.annesage.com/blog/2009/06/giveaway-chie-mihara-marieta-sandals.html for a fabulous giveaway.......you could win these fab sandals for the summer.

What would you wear them with?!?!?!

Flower & Jazz Festival

2009-05-31T12:27:00.000-07:00

I set up a table wiyh my bags at the Flower & Jazz Festival in downtown Westminster at the begining of May. Here are some pics from that........And I didn't do very good at all. That's ok b/c I sell more to friends and family.

Been busy

2009-05-08T07:18:00.000-07:00

I haven't been on here in forever.....I moved and am getting ready for a festival tomorrow in downtown Westminster. Sunday I will post somethings about my bags and what has been going on. Happy Mother's Day to all of the mothers out there!!!!

Bag for me!!!!

2009-04-19T17:24:00.003-07:00

I got this fabric from a friend forever ago but only had enough for one bag....it's for me!!!!

The Shellie

2009-04-19T17:16:00.000-07:00

This is my latest bag.....it's a special request for a friend that wanted something to carry her things to work in style. She wanted me to name it after her too, hehe.

Bags for the Grove girls

2009-04-12T19:26:00.000-07:00

These are 2 bags that I made for my mom's friend and her daughter.....

They must be an animal loving family, hehe. Hope they enjoy their bags.

Swamped with orders

2009-04-01T16:31:00.000-07:00

I have 3 bags that have to be done this weekend and many others for whenever, you know how people are.......Last night I got everything cut out that I have fabric for

so tonight and tomorrow I'm going to sew them together....

Who knew this could ever happen. I wanted to do this for sooooooo long.

Projects

2009-04-01T16:25:00.000-07:00

I found these patterns at Joann's last night and just had to get them....

Once I fill all of my orders I will have to make one for myself.

I love the green one (and the yellow one).

New Love.......

2009-04-01T16:23:00.000-07:00

OMG, this stuff is fabulous.......Just like the real thing.

New way to take pics

2009-03-29T15:36:00.000-07:00

I've come up with this great way to photograph my bags to post on my online store. I bought this hook at Micheals and some neutral paint and stuck in on the wall........

New Bag Made

2009-03-27T09:31:00.000-07:00

Last night I finished up an order with a new fabric (shown below). I took pics of the bag and will post them tomorrow. I'm making one for myself too. I actually do that with every fabric I have, hehe.

My first sale on 1000 Markets

2009-03-27T09:27:00.000-07:00

YAY, I just had my first official sale on my new online store....it's at www.1000markets.com/shops/abigailleigh. I have sold the fabulous Zebra print Maggie with pink lining. Now I am just waiting for the darn fabric to arrive!!!!!! I WILL have all of the fabric options I currently have up on the shop by the end of the weekend.....

Abby

Oh Happy Day.......

2009-03-26T06:20:00.000-07:00

I now have the Zebra print fabric being shipped from the Chambersburg PA Joann's to the Westminster Joann's!!!!!!!! Yippee Skippee!!!!!! I'm so excited, now I can fill my 6 orders for the bag.......I ordered 6 yds of it since it's such a HOT pattern so I can sell the heck out of that bag!!!

My Latest Bag

2009-03-22T15:49:00.001-07:00

I love this bag, it's super cute!!!!! I made it yesterday to carry out last night!!!!

Open For Business!!!

2009-03-18T10:12:00.000-07:00

I set up an online store at 1000 markets and they approved it and opened it today!!!!! They did give me a suggestion on the photography so I will work on that and also getting more item on there.....check me out at
http://www.1000markets.com/shops/abigailleighhandbags. I'm super exicted about it!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks,
Abby

Crazy Weekend Coming to an End

2009-03-15T16:09:00.001-07:00

I spent this weekend in Ocean City, MD for a girls weekend with my mom and 6 of her friends. It ended up being St Patty's Day weekend so we partied it up at Secrets........

This one is me and my mom

Orders Filled

2009-03-15T15:53:00.000-07:00

So, I got all of the orders filled that needed to be by this weekend.

2 Large Maggie bags and 2 Lola Wristlets

The bag above is the first magnetic clasp I put in.

The one above I put a zipper in.....

Both bags I also put pockets in for extra storage. Next I want to try a zipper pocket in the bag.

Now I have 7 orders for the Brown and Cream Zebra stripe bag........
They just need to get the fabric back in at Joann's

Still Truckin'

2009-03-11T07:39:00.000-07:00

Well, I'm still moving along on my orders.......the only snag is that the zebra print fabric is sold out at Joann's and they didn't get an order this week : ( I'm thinking I might need to just buy the whole bolt when it comes back in. So, I have to 2 bags and 2 wristlets to finish by Friday morning.....I know I can do it!!!! Then it's off to the beach!!!!!

Busy little bee

2009-03-08T10:47:00.001-07:00

I have 5 orders to fill for the end of the week and 1 other that is for an Easter gift. My latest bag really caught the eye of EVERYONE!!!!!
I'm making 3 of these and a tote bag using the same fabric to carry work files and a laptop. I have another order for this lovely but with a hot pink lining.

Two of them want a zipper in the bag instead of a button or magnetic clasp so we will see how I do with that!!!!!

The other 2 orders are a Redskins Wristlet and a custom Miami Dolpins beach tote.

Wish me luck and I will be posting all of the creations........

Should I or Shouldn't I?!?!?!

2009-03-04T10:04:00.000-08:00

I found this cool website that sells charms wholesale. I actually saw someone wearing a shirt that had a charm on it and I thought that was a cute idea. I was thinking about putting charms somewhere on my bags that I sell for an extra little bonus. Here is the website that I'm thinking of buying from!!!! http://www.questbeads.com

Sara Kirby Designs Comp Earrings!!!!!

2009-03-02T16:09:00.000-08:00

My new fabulous ring (below) came with these complimentary earrings since I was her first sale. Sara is such a sweetie!!!! I love love love my new ring and earrings. They are perfect.

New ring from Sara Kirby Designs.....

2009-02-27T06:56:00.000-08:00

My FABULOUS new ring!!!!

I just bought a new ring on Etsy from my friends store. Go to Sara Kirby Designs for fabulous bead jewelry....http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6830362. This is super cute and will go with a ton of my stuff. I might even make a bag to match!!!!!

Friday the 13th!!!!!!

2009-02-13T10:22:00.000-08:00

So who really believes that Friday the 13th is a bad day????? There are so many reasons why this is an unlucky day. Jack the Ripper, Charles Manson, Jeffrey Dahmer, Theodore Bundy and Albert De Salvo all have 13 letters in their name, ooooooohh scary. And LEGEND HAS IT: If 13 people sit down to dinner together, one will die within the year. Oh and their are 13 withes in a coven. Friday is supposed to be an unlucky day but I think most of us would agree that it's the best day of the week, especially when the workday ends. As I was reading about Friday the 13th, about.com talked about Loki, who was one of the evil Gods.....I knew of Loki b/c my friend adopted a dog a few years ago and it came with the name Loki so they looked it up and it was the name of the God of the Underworld or something like that....

So, on this Friday the 13th are you going to be looking over your shoulder or living your life as normal???

Love this living room.....

2009-02-13T10:18:00.000-08:00

I would love to have an nice clean line living room like this one, but I have a Carroll County country living room.......A girl can dream!!!!!

It's Friday!!!!

2009-01-23T11:08:00.000-08:00

Well, it's been a while since I've posted anything interesting......well, I'm going to add something tonight when I get home (after the bar of course).

I bought these really cool bun/bread/muffin things that are way low in calories and fat and high in fiber, perfect for everything!!!!!! Breakfast, lunch or dinner.....I'll post a pic later.

Also, I've been really working on loosing weight. I went to the grocery store last night and got a lot of healthy stuff and I'm psyched about it. I am also going to the gym more often and I have to have lost 3 lbs by my next training appt on Tues. I CAN DO IT!!!!!

I am also going to work on a few bags this weekend that I will post pics of too. And I'm going to a workshop in Baltimore for people wanting to start their own crafty businesses....that will be very interesting, I'm excited about that.

Catch you all later,

Abby

Love Simply Sarah Shaw website

2009-01-14T18:45:00.000-08:00

I love the website www.simplysarahshaw.com They sell handbag organizers, cosmetic bags and baskets. I have one of the handbag organizers that hangs on the back of my door. I really need to get another b/c I have too many handbags. It definitely keeps me more organized and I can find the bag I want to carry without searching all over. And they hang there and are not shoved in a box.....Check it out!!!!!

Christmas Eve

2008-12-24T11:58:00.000-08:00

So, sadly I'm sitting here a my job waiting until 5pm to get the heck out of here......I can't wait until I am making my handbags full time and I don't have to worry about sitting at the computer. I'll just be sitting at my sewing machine. I'm also axniously waiting for the call to set up my travel arrangements to go to FL for an interview....I'm super excited about that.

Happy Holidays!!!!

New orders to fill

2008-12-21T19:42:00.000-08:00

I have several orders to fill this week end and I have a lot more wristlets to make for Christmas gifts. Tonight I got 3 wristlets made and cut out the fabric for 4 more and a large purse. Tomorrow night when I get home I need to make as many as possible. I am a major procrastinator, obviously. Here are 2 pics of my latest order I had to fill. It was a special request so I got 2 yards of the fabric b/c I figured I could sell a ton here in Baltimore.

My Birthday

2008-12-21T19:34:00.000-08:00

This Saturday was my birthday so my friends and I partied at the local Greene Turtle and got to see my friends band play....it was a great night.

Corinna, Stricker (bro in law), me and Steph (sis)

Margie, Me & Shannon

NYC

2008-12-21T19:24:00.000-08:00

I love love love NYC, I was able to go for 2 days last week for work (didn't really work that much). It's such an exciting city with so much going on, I need to move up there and sell my bags on the street, hehe......here are some pics from my trip.

It started snowing when we got to the hotel......so beautiful

A beautiful building in Soho

Of all of the times I've been to NYC, I've never seen Grand Central Station.....It was amazing!!!!!

Christmas Party 2008

2008-12-14T18:54:00.000-08:00

Saturday December the 13th my friend Desiree and I had a Christmas Party at my house. It was so much fun. Desiree brought Balderdash and a handful of people play that while the rest chatted in the other room. After a while when everyone was there we did the White Elephant gift exchange. It was so much fun......here are some pics of the fabulous gifts people brought.

Stricker (my brother in law) with the gift that I ended up with on his head....Thanks Corinna for bringing the strainer, I love it!!!!!

Chris ended up with the meat carver that Desiree was so happy about.....

Lauren brought the owl figurine (of course) and said she was hoping my sister would get it since she knows that my sister called her the owl girl....hehe. Well Desiree (or Chris) ended up with it.

It looks like Christmas morning after all of the presants were openind.....

My Christmas Tree

2008-12-14T18:37:00.000-08:00

This is my first Christmas by myself and with a "real" tree. I got a fake tree at Micheal's and it's super cute. I decorated it with pink and green balls and wraped fabric around the bottom that is pink with a green print.....I'm so proud of it and I love the silver star on top.

Turkey Day Weekend Project

2008-11-30T18:38:00.000-08:00

This weekend I made a large Maggie bag for my mother for her birthday. I figured out how to sew on a button and add a rope loop so that it closes. I'll have to stock up on rope and buttons now : )

My latest bag

2008-11-19T18:03:00.000-08:00

I recently made a large Maggie bag with this black twill fabric outside and a large floral mod print for the lining.....It's a great bag to use for everyday, since I wear black almost everyday...

Christmas Gifts

2008-11-19T13:07:00.000-08:00

Please check out my website for my handbag styles and fabrics. They make great inexpensive gifts.....Sale right now, buy 3 or more Lola wristlets and they are only $10 each (Reg price $12).

www.abigail-leighhandbags.com