A craft for another day...

I found this purse at Goodwill yesterday for 5 bucks.

It immediatly caught my eye, the bright summery yellow, the shell-like petals, the beaded handle. 

Unfortunately, several of the "petals" have some slight discoloration on them.

I haven't tried to clean it yet, but it doesn't look like it will come out.

So I thought about removing the 6 or so damaged petals and flip them around, but I don't really have any desire to try to hand sew through leather, faux or real.

Then I thought of all the rosette purses I've seen lately!

So I went to Google (which is SUPER COOL today with the Pac Man game! Woot!) and searched.

Searched Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters, JCrew, all for inspiration.

Nothing really like what I had in mind, still some cute stuff.

*google images*

In my head, I envision three or so different types/shades of yellow fabrics sewn into rosettes.

Either pearl or wooden buttons for centers. I'm thinking I want it more or a beachy bag.

With the rosettes attached to each of the petals?

Unfortunately, since my craft room is packed up/torn to all get out, I can't craft for a while, so this is a project for the shelf.  I tell you what though, packing up my craft room has REALLY made me want to craft.  I've been reminded of all the amazing projects I have planned.

::sigh::

Thats okay,

June is fast approaching!

Bargain-ista.

I went on a little Goodwill shopping spree yesterday.

And I was pleased to find everything 40% off!

I only spent about $15.

This trench was only $6.50.

Mossimo (from Target) and in nearly new condition!

And this dress... a whopping $4.

It has an Asian-language tag on it.

And this tunic, only $3.50

It looked like a traditional Indian kurta. It was definitely handmade.

It had slits up either side that went up pretty high, but it was pretty long,

Almost to my knees.

So, I decided to turn it into a dress.

Using hem tape, I sealed the slits on the side.

Then, I sewed some lace ruffles over the seams.

Last, I added another ruffle down the front and some pearl buttons.

Paired with black accessories (tights, shoes, belt) it looks pretty darn cute.

And did I mention it has pockets too? 

I lurve dresses with pockets!

I'm sure I will end up wearing my new dress sometime this week, so I will post full shots then.

I just really wanted to share my bargain finds with you.

I'm always so proud of myself when I score a great deal.