Plarn Bag Line and Upcoming Dates

I'm pleased to introduce my newest plarn bag line. These bags are hand crocheted from recycled grocery store bags that I've turned into plastic yarn. So far I offer three sizes of plarn bags. I'm making mostly tan bags right now, but will be offering white bags soon. Since these bags are made from plastic you don't have to worry about getting them wet or how to wash them. The possibilities are almost endless!

I first introduced these bags at my local shop at the Farmer's Market. People have been fascinated and have asked for more bags. So I'm doing my best to deliver just that. These bags will make an appearance in my Etsy shop this week, but I will be offering them at a discounted rate to my local shoppers. Below are pictures are some details of each bag.


The Lunch Bag - a small bag measuring 8" wide by 11" tall (including handles). **
This little bag would be a nice little reusable lunch sack or a small fruit/veggie tote.



Drawstring Plarn Bag - this medium bag measures 10" wide by 15" tall. **
The perfect catch all bag with versatile handles. I've placed a beach towel, swimsuit and sunscreen in this one to make a wonderful beach/pool day.





Market Tote - the large bag measuring approx. 14" wide by 16" tall. **
This bag would be a nice addition to a nice long day of shopping.


**Please note: All bags have 2-4 inches of overall stretch as well. The mesh middles make it easier for the bag to stretch to accommodate it's contents.

UPCOMING LOCAL SHOP DATES :
I will be having my shop at the Andrews Farmer's Market in Hall Memorial Park from 8am - 12 noon (weather permitting or unless I sell out early) on the following dates in July.

July 4th and July 18th

(On vacation July 9th - 13th)

If you are a local customer and have missed my local shop date, please contact me via email at shopcreativeradiance@yahoo.com or leave a comment here on the blog. I will do my best to accommodate your needs.

The August shop dates and locations will be posted as soon as I make the schedule.


Thanks again for your support!
~*Melody*~

A Repeat Visit

Once again I'll be having my local shop at the Farmer's Market in Andrews today (Saturday). The market is located in Hall Memorial park (across from the post office) from 8am - 12noon. (Weather permitting). All my Etsy shop items will be featured along with some of my seasonal items, such as handknit dish/wash cloths, plarn bags, plastic bag organizers.

I will be at the Farmer's Market all throughout the summer. Please come down to visit me if you can.

~*Melody*~

One Happy Camper

I had an excellent sale day this morning praise the Lord. I sold mostly my small items (dishcloths, washcloths, etc.) and 1 of my new plastic bag purses. I'm very pleased to finally get some steady sales rolling in. Of course, I've still got 4 blankets in my inventory and I would love to see them find homes (*hint hint*). I'm just glad that I finally figured out a market for my local area. I'm going to take today's earnings and put it towards our 10th anniversary vacation. Roasting in the heat all morning puts me that much closer to roasting in the fall beach heat. :-) That makes me one happy camper.

~*Melody*~

Local Shop Date

Just a quick update to let you all know that I will have my little shop open in downtown Andrews at the Farmer's Market in Hall Park (across from the post office) on Saturday June 20th from 8am-12 noon **. I will be there with a host of new projects, including some smaller cheaper household items. Please come down to visit me if you can and spread the word.

~*Melody*~

**Weather permitting**

Thrift Store Finds

So after being domestic this morning, I spent some time downtown at the thrift store and a new consignment shop. I've only been to this particular thrift store once or twice before. I usually go in there when something in the window catches my eye, but don't take the time to dig through all the items in the shop. Today was different and I purposely went in there to search for a new treasure. And here's what I found....

Isn't he a cutie? I love it. He's now residing on top of my entertainment center. I also bought a couple of children's books for uber cheap. I was searching for some wool sweaters to repurpose and use their yarn, but didn't find what I was looking for. Oh well....till next time.

~*Melody*~

Blog Party

There's nothing like a great blog party to get my creativity flowing. Today I'm enjoying a fun day with the beautiful Elsie Flannigan. She has one of the most amazing views of all things lovely. Come join me if you'd like A Beautiful Mess .

~*Melody*~