I made this bag for a group show opening this Friday night at SEABA (South End Arts and Business Association) in Burlington, Vermont. I like the idea of this piece being usable…although it has a few structural challenges for heavy use. I’ll get it right next time…oh, how I love the process of trying to get it right.
When I finished this bag I had a strange thought—I wished that Calamity Jane and/or Frida Kahlo had bequeathed it to me. The road is always an inspiration to me and so are those two bad ass women.
I used a bit of ecodyed organza from Elizabeth Bunsen on the bottom to lend some contrast. I love the lightness of the fabric with the leather and heavy stitching.