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Even beginning sewers can make this fun and colorful girl’s purse! It’s super easy to make and full of flowers and sweets for your adorable little miss.

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Have you ever found a fabric that was so fun and bright that you just had to buy it? Instead of having a project that you purchase fabric for, you get the fabric and figure out the project later. If you’re anything like me, it probably happens more often than you care to admit.

That was exactly the case with this awesome fabric used to make this project. I have had the fabric for a couple of years now and just hadn’t found the right project for it.

Suddenly, when deciding what to make for the kids’ Easter baskets it hit me! My daughter loves purses so why not make her a fun and colorful girl’s purse for Easter?

Fun and Colorful Girl’s Purse Materials

Fabric of Your Choice (44” long by 15” wide) (Here is a similar fabric)
Length of Nylon Trim (32” long)
3 Flowers from a Lei
1 Brad
Liquid Stitch
Sewing Machine and Thread

Step 1

If you haven’t already done so, cut out a piece of fabric that is 44” long by 15” wide.

Step 2

Then fold your fabric in half, right sides together, so that the folded piece measures 22” long by 15” wide

Step 3

Next, pin the outside edges together (except for fold).

Step 4

Sew the edges together leaving a gap in one corner that is 1.5” wide.

Step 5

Turn fabric right side out by pulling it through the corner gap.

Step 6

Once you’ve pulled your fabric out, fold the seam in (as pictured) and pin in place.

Step 7

Now, sew the folded seam closed.

Step 8

Fold fabric in half again so that it measured 11” long by 15” wide.

Step 9

Next, pin the two 11” sides together.

Note:

Be sure to leave the 15” non-folded edge un-sewn.

Step 10

Now sew the 2 pinned sides on your fabric.

Step 11

Using a lighter, burn the edges of your nylon strap by quickly passing the flame back and forth across them. This keeps the ends from fraying later.

Step 12

Now, pin one edge of your strap to one side seam of your bag so that it measures 2” from the top of the bag.

Step 13

Next, sew three rows of stitches on the end of the strap as pictured above to attach it to your purse.

Step 14

Repeat steps 12 and 13 on the opposite pinned edge so that you strap is attached to both sides of the purse.

Step 15

Next, turn your purse right side out.

Step 16

Assemble your flower by pushing your brad through the center of your flowers from the lei.

Step 17

Then fold down the prongs of the brad to hold petals together.

Step 18

Lastly, adhere the flower to the front of your purse using Liquid Stitch.

Note:

I used a generous amount to secure it because this is for my daughter. I figured it could use all of the extra hold I can give it.

Step 19

Finally, allow your Liquid Stitch to dry completely before using or gifting your new purse.

This fun and colorful girl’s purse turned out beautifully. I cannot wait to see my daughter’s face light up when she sees this in her basket on Easter morning.

If you’re looking for an easy, non-candy gift for your daughter this year, this girl’s purse is perfect! If can be completely assembled in under an hour and once the glue dries you are ready to go. Your little girl will love carrying all of her trinkets around wherever she goes in her new bag!

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More Awesome Easter Projects for You:

Easy DIY Easter Basket Stuffers
Colorful Pompom Bunny Decor
Easy Upcycled Easter Napkin Rings
Paper Plate Easter Wreath – Glitter on a Dime

In need of some super simple and budget-friendly new Halloween decor this year? You can’t beat these fun and colorful Halloween jars. They’re so easy to make with some glass jars and fun Halloween napkins from the dollar store!

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For the past month, I’ve been basically stalking the Dollar Trees in my area hoping to find some of those glittery branches they have every year. While I haven’t seen those in store yet, I have found a ton of other inspiring items. I mean, do you ever leave the dollar store without buying at least a couple of items?

Lucky for you, my loss is your gain because it means tons of awesome new Halloween projects like these easy-to-make colorful Halloween jars. They are so much fun and totally fit with the fun and non-spooky theme I’m loving this year. Even better, the only items you have don’t already have in your craft stash are the napkins and possibly the cylinder vase making the entire craft only 2 bucks! I can’t think of a better deal than that!

Don’t worry. I’m going to keep hunting those sparkly branches, because I have a super fun idea for them. Until then, enjoy this latest craft project for your Halloween decor!

Colorful Halloween Jars Materials

Halloween Character Napkins
1 Glass Cylinder Vase
2 Small Glass Jars
Scissors
Mod Podge
1 inch Sponge Brush

Step 1

First, clean you vase and jars and allow them to dry.

Step 2

Next, cut one napkin so that only the picture remains.

Step 3

Then measure it around your vase and fold the excess so that there is a slight overlap at the ends.

Step 4

Next, cut at the fold you made.

Step 5

Cover your vase in a coat of Mod Podge and begin attaching your napkin.

Step 6

Continue until your napkin is completely wrapped around your vase.

Step 7

Further secure the napkin to the vase by covering the outside of the napkin with another coat of Mod Podge. Set your vase aside to dry.

Note:

Wipe away any excess Mod Podge from the top and bottom edges.

Step 8

Next, cut out only the vampire from a napkin. Keep as close to the outline as possible when cutting.

Note:

After you cut him out, go back and trim any excess that is outside of his outline.

Step 9

Attach the vampire to one small jar using the same method you did on the vase.

Step 10

Again, go over the vampire with a second coat of Mod Podge and set the jar aside to dry.

Step 11

Lastly, cut out the ghost and bat from the same napkin that you cut your vampire from. Again, make sure that you trim all that extra orange from around the edges.

Step 12

Then attach the ghost and bat to the 2 small jar with Mod Podge. Cover the outside of the ghost and bat with Mod Podge too and, again, allow it to dry.

Once your fun and colorful Halloween jars are dry, put some electric tealights in and use them as luminaries in a vignette on your mantle for the season. You can also fill them with candy and flowers (as I did) to create a festive and practical centerpiece for your dining table. No matter which you choose, you’ll have some easy and inexpensive new Halloween decor to display through October!

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More Ideas You’ll Love:

Halloween isn’t all candy and costumes. It’s also a time of parties both in the classroom and at home. Plan you party fun now with these 6 easy and fun Halloween game ideas!

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I know we still have a couple of months until Halloween but with all of the craziness in my house, I know I need some fun inspiration. Halloween is my favorite holiday so it’s basically my happy place.

If you need a light at the the end of the tunnel to look towards while you get through the crazy back to school season, consider this your beacon. Not to mention, you’ll totally be ahead of the game once October rolls around!

Zombie Body Parts Toss Game (My Pinterventures)

I absolutely love this inventive and creepy game idea! It’s not one for the classroom but perfect for a backyard Halloween party. It’s super easy to set up and fun for everyone making it a must-have for your zombie bash.

DIY Pumpkin Pillow Fight Game (DIY Adulation)

This adorable little game is perfect all fall long. Some painted cardboard pumpkins and miniature sewn pillows are all you need to entertain the kiddos during any fall party. It’s an especially great classroom party idea because it’s easy to transport and not the least bit spooky.

DIY Tabletop Zombie Bowling (DIY Adulation)

For older kids, you can’t go wrong with this tabletop bowling game. Take turns rolling the brain down the table to knock down as many zombies as possible. It’s also a great classroom game because it still flexes those math skills in a fun way!

Halloween Pumpkin Golf Game (Cookies, Coffee, and Crafts)

Have an empty cardboard box around the house? If so, turn it into your next awesome Halloween game with this super simple pumpkin golf game tutorial. Kid love the challenge of putting that ball into his vampire mouth again and again.

Free Printable Halloween Scattergories Game (DIY Adulation)

If you love Scattergories then try out this awesome free printable Halloween version. It’s the perfect group party game for older kids and adults with themed cards about horror movies and trick-or-treating just to name a few.

Easy Painted Pumpkin Coasters Game (DIY Adulation)

This super easy little craft doubles as a game and home decor. Grab a pack of orange coaster from the dollar store and get painting. When you’re not using them to protect your table, play a fun game of coaster toss!

You’ll be ready for all of your Halloween parties with these 6 easy and fun Halloween game ideas. Make them now so you can grab and go when it’s time to play, especially if you’ve got multiple school parties lined up.

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