Computers, cameras UGH!

Hello all-

Sorry for the absence in posting.  I have been working hard and have a bunch of stuff in the works.  Of course, as I am about to update you all with images my computer has decided to not function very well.  Apparently, my memory is almost full  and this old mac (2006) is becoming a paper weight.  NOOOOOOO!  I love my computer normally.  I know it is an easy fix.  I just need a remote hard drive and I will transfer images and music on to that so my programs can function.

I have had a few side jobs in the work, designing a medal, and some comisions for jewelry.   Of course, little Miss Freja keeps my attention most of the day as well.

Oh, the woes of a new Mama.  As soon as everything is up and functioning with the good old laptop I will post pictures and update everyone.

All the best-

Anna

pink bag

I was asked to make a pink bag for a friend so that she could give it as a gift.  Yeah, it is wonderful to be making and selling.  I am always taking orders, just contact me via e-mail at anna.hattendorf@gmail.com or send me a message on my Facebook page, Anna Hattendorf Designs I will be more than happy to make something for you.
I chose a fun hot pink fabric with a yellow pattern.  I then embellished with various pink ribbons and ric rac as well as green flower appliques to compliment the green polka-dot vinyl inside. 

Front

 Back

 Detail

 Inside

I am working on more, so stay tuned.

THREE Bags

I have manged to only get three bags done, thus far.  Oh the frustrations of a teething 5 and a half month old.  I have all the intentions in the world to sew when she goes to bed, but find myself asleep on the couch shortly after she is.  We are up from 5:30am till 8pm, with no naps.  I know it sounds like excuses and well, I guess they truly are, but I will get a schedule down as soon as Miss freja accepts one and finally get cranking.  I have so many cut out out, they just need to be assembled. 

Here is a peek to the ones I have made.  More to come.  I am working on some pink ones at the moment.

Happy, happy Spring everyone.

Bags are on the way.

Here is a snap shot of some bags I have been working on.  I will post the finished products as soon as I have them done.  I must admit, I am getting to be a pro at zippers.  They can be so tough.
My favorite thing about making the bags is picking out the trim to go with it.  I have so much fun putting the fabric combinations together.  It must seem odd that I think it is fun, but I enjoy it so.  Ah, my creative side always has a way of shining through.

It's a bit BIG! Oops!

I just have the zipper left in the cute dress for little Miss Freja, and tried it on her.  HMMM, very big.  At least she is growing and not shrinking, lol.  I should have made a small instead of a medium.  I will try this pattern again in a small next time, just have to find some fun fabric.

It will be so cute when she can walk and stand on her own.  Thanks Mormor for the help modeling.

The bodice is done...progress!

I finished the bodice! Yeah! On to the skirt and finishing the whole garment.  I just had to try it on Freja, at this age she doesn't know it will be an Easter bunny present. Oh, I can't wait to see it on her finished.  It will be so cute I must admit.  

I think she likes it too!

She really likes it, and look at that tooth! Oh my.

Distracted

When it has been raining for days I am easily distracted by the big yellow thing in the sky that is shining.  I had the best intentions to make Freja's dress but all I accomplished was to cut the lining and sew the cap sleeves.

Not good I know, but the sun came out and I just had to go for a long walk.  I think the reason I have been making so many blue inspired bibs is I miss the ocean.  Strange, as I only live a five minute walk to it, but in the summer it seems so much more accessible. 

The sun is shining today so I must restrain myself and get a good chunk of the little ones dress done.  Time to play later.  Enjoy the sun if you can see it.