About this Product
This Oversized Shabby Chic Rag Rug Bag was woven on my antique barn loom. It is an eye-catcher. Its large capacity has plenty of space for multiple towels, books, etc. and it has a zip pocket for valuables plus a keyring to attach your keys. The fabrics used to create this tote came from a variety of recycled clothing and bed linens (which makes this tote unique) that have been torn into strips for weaving. The colors are too numerous to mention. I used poly cotton in the warp for extra strength.
This durable tote is 23" x 15" high x 5" deep and has 2" black polypro straps that are sturdy and flexible, just the right length to carry or throw over your shoulder (12" drop)
Diaper Bag
Beach bag
Overnight bag
Grocery tote
Laundry tote
General carryall
Sports Bag
Give as a baby shower gift filled with goodies for the baby. It makes a great bag for the mother to take to the hospital. Give as a wedding shower gift filled with goodies. Also makes a great gift for college students.
Each tote is made to have its own personality, from sophisticated to whimsical.
My creative process is based on using salvaged materials for the most part (what most consider trash) which makes this tote unique and one-of-a-kind.
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Sleepy Owl Fiber Arts
Meet the Maker
I have always enjoyed color and creating art. I started with drawing and painting, cake decorating and flower arranging. After working in these mediums, I discovered fiber and weaving, about 30 years ago. My first and favorite loom is an antique barn loom that I acquired from friends. It is a handmade loom that weaves wonderful fabric. This loom dates back to the late 1800s. One loom is never enough! Now, I also have three 4 harness looms, a Lillstina, Gallinger and a Sabina floor loom. Then I added two small rigid heddle looms which I use to sample and weave scarves. Just recently, my husband made a triangle loom. I love the scarves that can be made on this loom.
I truly love the fact that my rugs and totes are made from linens and clothing that are headed to the landfill. These fabrics are washed then cut into strips and either sewn or interlocked to create the weft for my rugs. This process makes each rug unique.
My scarves are woven with quality fibers and fabric. My favorite style of scarf weaving is the Saori, which is a freeform weaving. These a wonderful way to achieve beautiful color combinations.
Since my work is not mass-produced, I attract people who understand and appreciate the value of handcrafted fabric.
How it’s Made
I use the same process as our ancestors did to make my rugs. Worn clothing and linens are cut or torn into strips and sewn or linked together to make strands long enough to wrap around a shuttle for weaving. The warp or threads are measured and threaded through the reed and heddles singularly. After this process, the warp is wound onto the beam with even tension. The threads are then tied onto the cloth beam and the weaving can begin. I take pride in keeping this tradition alive.
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