I’m back in California! Chicago was a lot of fun but we’re glad to be home and back to our normal routines. We had activities planned from 9am-9pm everyday, which was fun and exhausting at the same time. Between New York and Chicago within a 2 week period, I’m ready for life to get back to normal. The kids really enjoyed Chicago but there were a few things I wish I had planned better. One of those being bringing something for my daughter to play with while we waited for the bus/taxi/train. It’s not anything we’re used to so it didn’t cross my mind that my toddler would get bored while waiting. As soon as we got back home I thought of a great idea to keep my daughter entertain on an upcoming trip next month. I decorated a small canvas tote bag to carry books, toys, or crayons in.
This may be the easiest craft project I’ve made. I simply purchased a small tote bag then used paint markers to paint stripes on it. Before we left I went shopping for some Elmer’s Painters at Walmart. I was excited to find out
that they now sell the paint markers individually for $1.97, which means I can pick
and choose what color(s) I need without having to buy a whole pack. I had a hard time narrowing down my choices.
I drew lines about 3/4 of an inch apart not worrying too much about how straight they were. I also only used one coat of paint to make the tote look weathered. After the paint dried I glued on a fabric rosette with some fabric scraps I had lying around.
It’s the perfect size for her miniature princess dolls. She was excited when I gave it to her and hasn’t let it out of her sight since. I like it so much I plan to make a large tote for myself. Then we’ll have customized mother and daughter tote bags. #ExpressYourself
This is super cute! I found this project on the Delightful Order link party. I think my daughter would love it! Thanks for sharing!
This is a great idea! and great for kids. I will have to try this with my kids. I would love it if you would link up to The CSI Project.
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So cute and summery! I love those pens, too.
This tote bag is super fun and I could totally see my daughter carrying around all of her little princesses too. Great job!
Where did you find the canvas tote? I made a bag for one of my girls with one I found laying around the house but I have no clue where it came from! Thanks =)
this is just darling!
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Love the bag. I am going to have to try out those markers.
this is too cute!
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Have a great weekend!
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So cute! What is it about little girls that they can’t get enough bags/purses/totes? they must be preparing to be grown ups:) My daughter just hoards them!
Jessica
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This is too cute!! Love your blog!! You have such cute ideas!! New Follower!
This is a great idea,thanks for sharing.Would love to try something like this.
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Love, love, love this. Super cute and great color.
How fun! I love the colors. I’d love for you to link it up to Crafty Cousins. https://crafting-cousins.blogspot.com/2012/05/what-i-wore-sunday-week-16.html
~Natalie
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This striped canvas tote bag is so cute!! We are so glad you came to another week of our fun “Strut Your Stuff Saturday”. Please join us again! -The Sisters
This is just ADORABLE!! Would LOVE it if you would link this project up at my brand new Trendy Tuesday party going on right now!! https://www.sweetlittlegals.com/2012/05/trendy-tuesday-1.html
Oh, how cute and easy! My daughter will love this idea, thanks so much for sharing!
I love this little tote! I thought it was striped fabric when I saw it! I’d love for you to share the tutorial at my brand new link party: https://naptimedelights.blogspot.ca/2012/05/document.html
Thanks!
– Sarah @ http://www.naptimedelights.blogspot.com