Ah, but you ought to see the winner....... and you WILL. When the purse pictures are posted to the CQI blog, I'll link you to it. The winner was Kathy Shaw, and her The Queen's Garden purse was, in a word, STUNNING. She deserved first place.
But, since I can't show you her pictures or blog about that, you'll have to settle for second best, hehehe. Actually, the voting was close - her purse had one more vote than mine. So, without further ado, let me show you "I Love Paris".
The Poodle Side
This purse was conceived and designed last year when I purchased that vintage trim for $8.00. That's a view of the back of it - you'll see a nicer view of it when I show you the other side of the purse. Every inch I bought is on that purse.... And that pink rhinestone heart that's attached to the strap at the upper left.... that was a gift to me from Gerry K when she visited in February. Little did she know that I'd have a use for it so soon!
It was fun to come up with ideas and motifs for this purse...... and I'm going to show you my design and construction processes in the next few blog entries.
The Eiffel Side
Ooh la la!!!
So, stay tuned. Next post I'll show you how I pieced this, and you'll be able to see the fabrics I selected, the piecing process (lots of curves) and how I researched ideas....
Hugs,
Congratulations on your win. I loved your purse, I think my fav part is the beaded poodle!
ReplyDeleteCathy congratulations!! It is exquisite.
ReplyDeleteHi Cathy
ReplyDeleteYour purse is gorgeous. I now need to see what won 1st. place after seeing this masterpiece. I will be following along with you on your fabrics and piecing.
You have been a busy gal and it was so nice that you were able to use gerry's pin on something she can see.
Is it coming to Colorado?
Hugs
FredaB
Congratulations Cathy!!! This was my favorite purse - I love every inch of work you put into it... simply gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteCongrats Miss Cathy, I loved your purse the minute I saw it and I knew it was yours. It"s GO-A-JUS!!!
ReplyDeleteDebbie (Maine)
Cathy... absolutely delicious! I love it! Beautiful colour choices (my fav, of course). Hugs.
ReplyDeleteThis purse is exquisite. I love the little touch of whimsy here and there. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteThe purse is awesome! I'm just in love with this colour way, and the Paris theme and just everything.
ReplyDeleteCathy your purse is stunning. You did a fantastic job. I am glad you won 2nd because it is a gorgeous piece of art:):):)
ReplyDeleteGreat job!
Ann Flowers
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Hello Cathy, Your purse was truly gorgeous. I loved it. I especially loved all the Beaded Motifs and all your stitching was fantastic. Congratulation on your win. Hugs Judy
ReplyDeleteOh, my gosh Cathy, I love your purse! I will be following along to see how you created each part. Congrats!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Cathy! I loved them both but the whimsy and fun of this piece stole my heart -- The bicycle with the flower basket is my absolute fave!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Cathy! There's so much to look at, inch by inch, on both sides of your beautiful purse. The poodle is so cute, and you obviously had fun putting together the burlesque dancer. It's a lovely purse and it must have been a memorable trip to Paris!
ReplyDeleteLovely purse, lots to see. Nice work. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Cathy, well deserved prize! The purse is a beauty !!
ReplyDeleteMy hero! Stunning use of color and design, intricate ribbonwork, etc. Can't believe I have been lucky enough to sit in your studio and hold your beautiful work in my hands! You are the bomb!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Bev
Cathy, your purse is stunning! The colors are what jump out at me. What a perfect combination.
ReplyDeleteYour work on it is just lovely. But that's a given!
I love the shape. It has such a grab and go look to it. And if it's not functional....it's just pretty. LOL.
Thanks for stopping by to visit and for your well wishes. XOXOX
Cathy - I knew this one was yours! Yes - I voted for it! Love it. Connie
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