Whew! We’ve had a busy month. We packed in as much fun as we could the last few weeks of summer and kinda went wild with our plans. The boys also celebrated their 10th birthday which has now turned into a birthday WEEK! Here is a picture I snapped at a day trip we took to Mono Hot Springs. I’m not a big camping person, but every time I go here, I have to admit… I wouldn’t mind staying…
So, back to the backpack….We decided to put little punk in a once a week class at a local gymnastics (well, really just fun) spot in our town. She is so excited to start her own ‘school’. It’s a 3.5 hour class that gives all the moms just enough time to get their errands done and maybe…. just maybe, wish that it lasted a little longer…
The backpack pattern is from Made By Rae and is so easy to make. I ended up making my own piping using a thicker cord than the standard size. I wanted the contrast to be big and bold and pop! It took a bit more time, but is totally worth the effort. It makes such a difference when you can add that extra spice!
The fabric is a cheap home dec from Joann’s and reminds me of the Gwen Stefani’s Harajuku line. The graphic lollipops paired with the bold zebra is music to my eyes. I added a front pocket panel with a stitch down the middle to create two separate compartments for her necessities…sunglasses and chapstick and rocks…whatever the mood strikes :)
Well, we’re off to school! Tell me, have you made the Made By Rae Backpack yet?
You can see my previous version HERE! (I guess I like zebra backpacks!)
5 comments:
Love it!!
Great job mama! She looks so happy! I made up a couple of these last year for my girls when they went to kindergarten.
Love the chunky piping! I made my two year old a Rae back pack. He just adores it and wears it all over the place. He doesn't go to school or anything so it is just filled with whatever his favorite trinkets of the moment are.
So cute! Love that fabric!
That fabric just makes me smile! It's so happy!! Great job on backpack - super cute!!
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