Art In The Bag: October 2010

Thanks for Coming to Art in the Bag

Thanks for attending Art in the Bag. We enjoyed every minute. It wouldn't be as successful without each one of you!! The Bag Donation were AWESOME!! Thanks again!!!!!!!!

"Enjoy" Original Painting by Ryan Berrigan

Ryan Berrigan painted this awesome original called "Enjoy". What a great use of these colors and shapes!!! It is acrylic on panel. Come to bid on this beauty.

Computer Bag by Kathy Diaz

Kathy Diaz sewed this stunning computer bag. The colors and fabric combination is awesome. The workman ship is outstanding as always. Thank Kathy for supporting us another year with your creations.

Judy Vidito's Bag

Judy Vidito sewed this adorable fabric bag in flowered print with coordinating handles and lining. It also has an inside pocket. The bag is a great size to carry all your necessities. Thanks Judy!!!

Christine X. Wang's Purse Painting

Christine X. Wang painted this black purse with pink hearts. She embellished the sides with crystals. Thanks for all your help with Art in the Bag.

Penny Slater's Ball of Fabric for Her Purse

Penny Slater is knitting a purse from this ball of fabric. You will have to come to Art in the Bag to see the finished product. I just know it will to great!!!! Like all of Penny's creations!!!!

Nicole Nelson's "Hibiscus Fragilis" Original Oil Painting

Nicole Nelson painting this stunning Flower with a "Bug" in oils called Hibiscus Fragilis" . It will be even better to view in person. Come to Art in the Bag to bid on this beauty!!! Maybe you will be the lucky winner of the silent auction. Then you can enjoy the painting in your own home for years to come.

Pink Silk Bag with Bow by Joan Mestl

Isn't it beautiful!! A pink silk bag with bow and beading. It is a must have bag!! I heard a rumor that Joan is already thinking up next years bag!! Thank you for supporting the cause for the third year!!!

Joan Mestl's Lovely Red Evening Bag

Joan Mestl created two lovely evening bags. This one is red silk with red jewels. What a great addition to anyone's wardrobe. The workmanship is outstanding!! Joan has donated beautiful bags for all 3 years for Art in the Bag.

Bella!

Bella is beautiful in Italian and these two bags are just that!

The first is the large version of the Bella bag and is in wonderful soft colors of blue & sage accented with brown fabric and these wonderful large grommets. This bag is donated by Julie Geiger, owner of Prairie Point Junction.

The next Bella is a smaller version with convertable handle in some in a wonderful patterned fabric and turquoise accent. The handle allows you to wear it long over your shoulder or double-it-up for a second look. This bag is donated by Kelli Sweet.

Art in the Bag Display at All Member Show

This year Art in the Bag has a display set up at the Midwest Lampworkers Guild's All Member Show at the Hot Shops. There are several of the silent auction items available to see before the bidding begins on Friday 10/15 at 7pm. This is our first year for the Art in the Bag Key Chains with handmade lampwork beads. They are available to purchase now!!! So come to the Hot Shops on Friday, Saturday or Sunday to get your one of a kind Key Chain. Also several of our members donated handmade accessories that 100% of the sales go to the fund raiser.

Thanks to everyone who donated their beautiful pieces.

Karena Wells' Sewing Kit Bag

Karena Wells handmade this sewing kit bag after finding this adorable thread fabric. The metal closure works great to keep all the sewing items in one place. Karena included a scissor, thimble, needles, thread, and pin cushion. I just love the theme bags. What a clever idea!!!

Another Awesome Renee Lillard Crocheted Bohemia Hobo Bag

Renee Lillard handmade two bags this year for Art in the Bag. We appreciate your continued of Art in the Bag. This is a sweet crocheted Bohemia Hobo Bag. It is all the rage with the teenagers.

Renee Lillard's Blue Felted Bag with Matching Scraf

Felted "Pick up and Go Bag" Renee Lillard created this awesome large blue felted bag with matching scarf. This bag would be perfect to use everyday. What a great combination!!

Our first ever Embellished Purse Lamp

Margie Shanahan donated this adorable embellished purse lamp. She found the lamp and created this one of a kind treasure. Come to Art in the Bag and bid on this clever work of art.

Tara Skupa's Pink Awareness Painting

Tara, thanks so much for your donation of the Pink Awareness Painting. You quoted two of my favorite world leaders-Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt. Keep up the outstanding work!!!!

Margie Shannahan's Silk Scarf with beaded Slider

Margie Shannahan donated this cute brown felt bag. She added one of her handmade silk scarves with lampwork floral bead slider. How SWEET it is!!! Margie, thanks so much for your encouragement and support.

Copper Bracelet by Ruth Schroeder

What a GREAT Copper Bracelet!!! Ruth Schroeder is certified by the Precious Metal Clay Guild, a national group. She does very creative work!!! Thanks for sharing a piece with Art in the Bag.

Small Orange Felted Bag by Lynn Bowes

Checkout this adorable orange felted wristlet bag by Lynn Bowes of PurlWork in Raymond NE. Wouldn't this be the perfect bag to throw your cell and money in and run out with your friends. A girl has got to have FUN!!!

Dori Settles' 4th Bag Donation

"This one of a kind patchwork tote is from the Funky Dori recycled collection. A couple of years ago a friend started a child car seat recycling program and asked me what she could do with the fabric covers. I offered up 'Make Purses!' And the next thing I knew, I had six Hefty bags full of washed and ready to cut upholstery fabric. This tote is 'the last tote' left from the program, and is a definite conversation starter." Dori Settles

Tutti-Fruitti Upcycled Purse by Dori Settles'

"They say you need at least 5 fruits or vegetables a day--do you think a Tutti-Fruitti purse counts as one??? The Tutti-Fruitti purse is from the recycled collection, previously worn as Capri's!!" Dori Settles

Funky Dori's Dark Red Bag

Dori Settles' sewed a simple flowery purse. It is just what you need to brighten a late fall or early winter day. Thank you for supporting Art in the Bag!!

Dori Settles' Large Quilted Bag of Amy Butler Fabric

Dori Settles's created 4 bags for Art in the Bag this year. She has sewed several great bags for the past 3 events.

Checkout this gigantic market tote made with beautiful designer fabric with a great pattern. This tote is perfect for every artist!!!! It is embellished with cute buttons.

Thanks FUNKY DORI!!!

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