After selecting the pattern of cork that I wanted, the leather and, most importantly, the style of bag, it’s time to start cutting the pieces.  We already had patterns for this particular style.  No sneak peaks though!  You’ll just have to wait until the item is done, just like I do!

I was thinking I need a new bag for summer; don’t think I want to carry a hair-on bag through the high humidity days. The thought of it makes me break out in a sweat. But I need one big enough to carry my laptop. I need enough room to carry all the extra stuff that comes with children, can’t stress how important that is. Mostly, I don’t want it to be too heavy once all that stuff is loaded in it. My “ah ha!” moment? Cork bag with veg-tanned leather trim! And in this case, red is best. Why not?