DIY ~ Neon Polka Dot Tote Bag #TulipNeon

Hi lovelies!  I was recently sent a bunch of neon goodies from I Love to Create and had so much fun deciding what project to do first with them!  I really love the pink/orange/green dimensional fabric paint, so I decided to contrast their vibrant colors with a bright blue tote bag!

These were all the fun goodies!  I can't wait to make more fun things with the other products I received, stay tuned for more of those coming soon!  Pick up these exclusive products at your local Michaels Arts & Crafts store. For those folks without a Michaels store in their area, you can order the products at iLoveToCreate.com. iLoveToCreate.com is currently offering free shipping on any neon Tulip product for the month of February when you use coupon code NeonFEB (ends February 28th).

I received the Tulip Dimensional Mini 3 Packs, Tulip One-Step Mini Tie-Dye Kits, and Tulip Fabric Markers.

For my bag, I used this great bright blue tote bag (find one like it at your craft store!) and the dimensional fabric paint.

To make the bag, draw circles and dots of varying sizes randomly all over the bag.  That's all!  It's super easy and fun to do, the longest part is letting it dry thoroughly.

Pack it up with your must-haves, or use it to tote fresh goodies from the farmers market in chic style.

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xo
Lia

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DIY: M Z Wallace Inspired Striped and Sequined Canvas Tote

When I saw this M Z Wallace bag in the June People Style Watch, I died.  I wanted and *needed* it so badly.  But I knew that it was something I could easily DIY....

I got a large canvas tote at Joann's for $4 and 3 yards of 1.5 inch wide stretch sequin trim, at $5 a yard.  I had Liquid Stitch on hand, and the only other thing I needed was tape and scissors.  Before you cut the trim, wrap tape around the area to be cut first.  This helps hold everything in place.  I've never sewn sequins before, by hand or machine, and I did not want to ruin the trim so I decided to use Liquid Stitch instead, and it's worked perfectly!

I applied the Liquid Stitch in a zig zag fashion, since this is elastic and out of habit I felt it would allow for more 'give' this way.  I wrapped the trim around, making a band that went all the way around the bag.  Repeating this twice more and the bag was complete!  (Let it dry overnight!)

And here's the finished product!  I had only let it dry for a couple hours and didn't want to ruin it, so I didn't really open it up and put stuff in it to style it more like the M Z Wallace one.  But, for a fraction of the cost, I think my creation is pretty spot on! 

xxooxoxo

Lia