Ocean City, NJ Holiday Craft Show on the Music Pier

Here is my display at a recent craft show in Ocean City, NJ. Despite the cold, windy weekend, customers braved the weather to shop for the holidays.

Introducing the Bindle Bag!

   A bindle is the bag or sack commonly used by hobos. In popular culture, the bindle is portrayed as a stick with cloth or a blanket tied around one end for carrying items, with the entire array being carried over the shoulder. Particularly in cartoons, the bindles' sacks usually have a polka-dot or bandanna design. (source Wikipedia)

     My version of the Bindle Bag features a spacious purse with 16" zipper. A thirty inch shoulder strap replaces the stick over your shoulder. The outside is made in heavy weight fabric and the inside has beautiful coordinated lining. This is the perfect bag to take you from Fall all the way through Winter. 

Click Clack Clutch

Beautiful black with white embroidered fabric make this clutch simply elegant. Ten inch opening gives you ample space and secure snap-back closure keeps your items from falling out.

Burgundy Clutch

Sleek and sophisticated this classically designed clutch has a ten inch zipper and beautiful paisley contrasting lining. Perfect for fall. Available in black, brown and tan.

Snap and Go

Summer is almost over but the Black-Eye Susie flowers don't know it yet. They love to gaze at the Snap and Go Bag. With twelve inch drop handles, snap shut closure, five inch bottom and four inside pockets, you will have plenty of room to carry everything you need for the pool party or back to school party. Available in lots of colors too!

Holiday Craft Boutique

More great news! Tess' Totes has joined Holiday Craft Boutique at Moyer Farmhouse in Chalfont. This is no ordinary gift shop. This centuries old farmhouse is home to over 80 artisans and crafters who create beautiful hand made gifts; fine art, jewelry, baby items, and much much more. Each room of the farmhouse is decorated in a specific theme, so it makes it easy to find your special gift and shopping more enjoyable.

Stop in and join the fun!
308 Main Street, Chalfont, PA
 (corner of Main and Hamilton)

NEW Make-up Bag

New compact version of the original Kiss and Makeup bag. Choose adorable lipstick or shoes fabric. This bag has a 9" zipper and roomy 3" wide bottom so you can keep mascara, eye shadow, liner, lipstick and extras in one place instead of all over your purse.

Bucket Bag

Brand new from Tess' Totes design studio! Two hidden front slip pockets to carry eyeglasses, keys and other items for easy retrieval. Two more deep pockets inside, keep your purse organized.  Secure zipper and beaded accent handles. Don't forget matching accessories!

Grand Opening Xtra 101

Exciting news!!! Tess' Totes has a display at a great new boutique in Ambler, PA. In the heart of this historic town, sits lots of hidden treasures just waiting to be discovered. In addition to great restaurants, movie theater, and playhouse, it is only a few blocks walk from the train station with lots of parking.

The Grand Opening is scheduled for April 5, but Xtra 101 will open the doors on the weekend of March 22, for shoppers who want to get a head start.

Specializing in women's accessories, you'll find high-end merchandise that includes, jewelry, scarves, wood works, handmade cards, and of course beautiful totes and purses. Select from many gifts for brides or that special someone or simply for yourself!

Discover your treasure at Xtra 101, great selection of quality products.

101 Butler Pike,
Ambler, PA 19002

Upper Dublin Craft Show 3-2-13

We had a blast at the craft show last Saturday! Lots of awesome products for sale, lots of talented crafters, and lots of great people hosting the event.

Photo below from Upper Dublin Patch and Upper Dublin Parks and Recreation Facebook page.

Little Cutie

Perfectly petite this Little Cutie has four pockets, two inside and two outside, 8" zipper, 6" high and 2" wide. The 36" chain is threaded with ribbon matching the fabric. It is a great choice when you don't need to carry too much with you. Great for a quick trip to the store, vacation at an amusement park, or an evening out, it has enough room for your cell phone, keys, credit cards and cash.

Keyhole Clutch

This past weekend, I told my husband that I was going to lock myself in my studio for the entire weekend and I wasn't coming out until I came up with a new idea for a purse. Finally inspiration struck and here is what I came up with. I think it is lovely.

Handy snap back closure, unique keyhole design, roomy interior, gorgeous black and white fabric choices make this a "must have" accessory for Spring!

You are not seeing double!

This set of matching duffle bags was a recent order for Christmas. They are terrific presents to put under the tree. These roomy bags have a 20" zipper, two side pockets and one large front pocket to stow all your belongings whether you are using it for carry-on luggage or yoga class.

The Sharon - In between

I have to thank my sister-in-law, Sharon, for the name of this unique In Between wristlet. This little gem is in between the cell-phone wristlet and standard wristlet. It will fit the larger smart phones; Android and Galaxy as well as the new mini IPad.

Plaid and Leather

The best combination since peanut butter and jelly. Here is my best combination: A deep blue and burgundy plaid Original bag with burgundy Naugahyde bottom with matching wristlet. Also pictured is a black and white diaper bag with black Naughahyde bottom and matching diaper pad, both with complementary bright red lining. Order yours today!

Inside Tess' Totes Studio

I know you have been waiting patiently for a few months to see the new home for Tess' Totes. Wait no longer! With lots of hard work and long days, my wonderful husband has finished and I am thrilled with the results.

Project: New Front Door

I couldn't wait to show you the next project that I have completed for my new sewing studio. I love the color and, of course, the hydrangea wreath. Next post, I'll let you see what it looks like as you enter through the door...

Sneak Peek

I know it has been awhile since I have posted anything but I have been quite busy with my new sewing studio. My wonderful husband has been working very hard to convert part of our garage into a beautiful new studio. I'll post photos as the work progresses. Here is one sneak peek. I refurbished these old soda fountain stools to use in my new studio. Aren't they great?

Happy Mother's Day

This sweet red retro purse is "Not for Sale" but I wanted you to see it anyway. It was a Mother's Day gift from my son and his beautiful fiancee. It is made entirely from chocolate! (I told you it was sweet!)

Monogrammed Duffle Bag

Planning a trip this summer? Here is perfect travel companion. Light weight to fit inside the overhead compartment but large and sturdy enough to hold all your carry on needs.

Order one with your initials $1.00 per letter

Mondrian Collection-Limited Edition

These extra large totes are my updated version of the popular color blocking style developed by Yves Saint Laurent in 1965. Eighteen inch zipper opening and 16 inches deep with a 15" drop strap makes it large enough to carry everything you purchase during your shopping excursions!

 

Click Clack Shoulder Bag

Really cool click clack closure makes sure that your items stay securely inside the bag. Extra long handle, button accent and spacious inside makes this bag perfect for you!

Mini Masterpieces- Wallets

These framed mini masterpieces are works of art! Not exactly Louvre quality art but definitely art. And we all know that art is in the eye of the beholder. When you walk into a crowded room or down a busy avenue you will draw admiring stares for your eye for art. Zipper wallet has ample space for cash and change and the snap wallet can hold credit cards or gift cards, includes key ring.

Arm Candy

This little cutie has a long chain handle that drapes gracefully over your arm. It has two inside pockets, one with a zipper and a secure velcro closure. Just enough room to carry your wallet, cell phone, and candy!

Enjoy this sweet treat!

9th Annual Drexel Art Auction

 

Save the Date for Drexel University 

               9th Annual Art Auction!

When: February 17, 2012 at 7:00 PM

Where: Drexel's New Integrated Sciences Building

                      33rd and Chestnut Street

                               Philadelphia, PA

Come see me and many other talented artists who have donated their work for this worthwhile event. This annual fundraising effort helps the AAGA send graduate students in the Arts Administration Graduate Program  to Washington DC for Arts Advocacy Day in April.