We put ours to work on last week's trip to Florida carrying her own stuff through the airport. In retrospect, what was great for our backs and hands was probably not so good for our sanity. Shushing a two year old along an interminable terminal (say that five times fast) is tough enough without a suitcase dragging behind her. But I have to say, she looked awfully cute.
This backpack is the perfect size for her - big enough to hold actual necessities and to grow into, but not quite too big for her little two year old shoulders. I'm dying to make more, but am thinking that this is just my own bag obsession talking.
A couple of shots for the fam: her suitcase in action, too! (This was really the big hit of the day, Mom). And Mia and baby Lily on the plane - one of them sat perfectly still and for the other we were very thankful for the seatbelt:
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nope! Susan and I live overseas so we travel allllll the time, and our toddlers are required to carry their own goods as well. It's the rule of the road (or sky). I'm really glad to see your version of this pattern in oilcloth. I was thinking about it as well, but was too chicken to attempt it. Love yours though! Congrats on conquering oilcloth!
crafterhours said...
7:17 AM
Thanks for the kind words! You should definitely try it in oilcloth. . . I just used tons of staples sewing the boxing to the top curve of the bag. Other than that, easy peasy.
Kristen said...
9:54 AM
Kristen, thanks for your sweet comment on my blog. I was so happy to see your return to blogging a few weeks ago. I randomly checked over the last few months to see if you were back up and running.
I love your back pack. I've been debating ordering one for my little from pottery barn kids or making one of these. I just couldn't find a lot of info or reviews on it.
Stella said...
1:37 PM