ToteATee 2

Show everyone how you really feel and say it in such a cool way with this chocolate, fringed ToteATee, which sports a shoulder strap, tie closure with beads and striped pocketed (4 open pockets) lining. This ToteATee measures at 15x9 (sans fringe) and sells for $13.95. It's model no. TAT2.

ToteATee 1

It's a tote. It's a tee. No. It's a ToteATee. And it's fringy, fringy. This brown, dual screen printed (front and back) bag sports a tie closure with wood beads, a shoulder strap, and a yummy floral lining. It measures at 15"x9" (bag size, sans fringe). Grab this ToteATee, item number TAT1, for $13.95.

PLOOMERS 3 - SOLD

It's hippy, dippy time. Can you say "tie dye". I knew you could. Now flash the peace sign and smile. Have an urge now to wear a daisy headband? Not necessary. You can enjoy Ploomers 3 without all that. Made from a tie-dyed pair of jeans (yes, they were already tie-dyed when I found them), the Ploomers 3 bag is embellished with a crocheted heart and flower, crocheted lace, buttons and beads. No pockets needed inside with its pink/purple plaid lining, as it's teeming with pockets on the outside, front and back, and sporting the YAYAMADE tag above the right rear pocket. This fun retro bag measures at 15" wide at the top, 19" at the bottom, and is 9" high; has a velcro closure, and colorful webbing shoulder strap. Yes, this is a one-of-a-kind bag from our Green Line, item #PL3, and it is SOLD.

TWOFER 1

Split personality. That's what Twofer offers you. Two bags. Not just one -- two. Twofer is reversible, so you get two bags for the price of one.

First a wonderful blue and white floral bag with outside zipper pocket on one side and four open pockets on the other, lined with yellow and white floral with a inside zipper pocket and two open pockets, plus a pen pocket.

Second the yellow and white floral becomes your second bag with an outside zipper pocket on one side and two open pockets on the other, plus a pen pocket, and lined in blue and white floral with an inside zipper pocket and four open pockets. Funny how that works!

Twofer is a one-of-a-kind bag from our Green Line and measures at 16"Wx9"H. Plenty of room in "both bags". It's white tie closure boasts yellow and white beads. It's model no. TWO1 and sells for 29.95.

VEST TOTE 3

Here's another clever little Vest Tote, made from a man's suit vest, making it part of our Green Line. I added some silver flower buttons to glam it up a bit; so, now it's a one-of-a-kind bag. It's lined in black. These Vest Tote is a dark, dark, navy blue pin stripe -- almost black. The front and back of the Vest Tote sport a small watch pocket. You can carry this vest tote and be all business and all fun at the same time. The tote portion measures at 9"x12"; entire height, with handle is 23". It's model no. VT3 and sells for $10.95.

BIG HOBO 3

The Big Hobo is my favorite bag. And this one is a "shining" example. Take a peek. The pale gray, textured fabric exterior makes for an elegant look, yet this beauty can be worn with jeans and flip flops on your most casual day. The shiny chrome buckle tab closure just tops off an already fashionable bag and cries for attention. Look at me! Look at me! Inside is a gray lining highlighted with pastel dots of pink, green, blue, orchid, and a large zipper pocket. The shoulder strap is long enough that you can wear this wonderful bag over your shoulder or across your body on those long shopping days. This is a one-of-a-kind bag from our Green Line. It's model number BH3 and sells for $31.95.

BIG HOBO 2 - SPECIAL ORDER - SOLD

I got a special order to make a bag just like one I had made for a Christmas gift. Since I don't make two bags alike, I changed it up a bit, and Voila! A smart-looking, sophisticated bag that will go anywhere. Dressy or with jeans. The textured exterior is rugged and fashionable, topped off with a large buckle, reminiscent of the Eighties. Look inside this chic bag, and WOW! You find a colorful floral lining with a large zipper pocket. Your chic is complete! This one-of-a-kind bag has shoulder straps suspended from wooden rings, (nothing else would do), and closes with the weighted buckle tab closure. It's spoken for. SOLD. But don't cry. There will be more of this model to come.

SUITZU 5

And this little bag is ALL BUSINESS! Also, in black pin-stripe, it’s "professional" inside and out. And pockets, did I mention "pockets." Outside you’ll find a deep pocket and a wide pocket. Inside, the lining is made from a maroon print with 3 open roomy pockets, plus 2 pen/pencil pockets so you won’t have to dig for something to write with when taking your next order or making your shopping list. This is another one-of-a-kind bag from our Green Line, which has a shoulder strap, a velcro tab closure, and measures at 10x9. It’s model number SU5 and sells for $19.95. (click on image for larger view)

SUITZU 4

Here’s another bag that means business, and this one means it through and through. Also, in black pin stripe, this little number has a deep outside pocket. Inside you’ll find a maroon print lining with a large zipper pocket. SuitzU4 is a one-of-a-kind bag from our Green Line, has a shoulder strap, velcro tab closure, and measures at 9x9. It’s model number SU4 and sells for $18.95.

SUITZU 3

This little bag means business! In black pin-stripe, it says, "You’re a professional," and sports a deep outside pocket. But, lo and behold, look inside and it shows the softer side of you, with a gorgeous burgandy Asian print lining. SuitzU3, another one-of-a-kind from the Green Line, measures at 8x11, has a shoulder strap and velcro-tab closure. It’s model number SU3, and sells for $17.95.

VEST TOTE 2

Olive green doesn't mean drab when it's covered with colorful embroidered flowers. This clever Vest Tote will turn heads while you shop and hold lots of goodies. It's another one-of-a-kind bag from the Green Line. Refer to model number VT2, $10.95.

VEST TOTE 1

Shop in style with this Vest Tote on your arm. This clever tote in patriotic patchwork of red, white and blue is roomy and will definitely be a conversation starter -- a one-of-a-kind bag from our Green Line. It's model number VT1 and sells for $10.95.

DUFFALO 3 - COMMISSIONED - SOLD

You'll be heart-broken. This Duffalo is already sold. It was a commissioned piece. The client had a skirt she loved but didn't wear and requested a bag be made from it. Voila! Duffalo 3 (another one-of-a-kind bag from our Green Line)! The lining is a bright blue, with a zippered pocket and bright green open pockets all around. Our happy client will be stylish and organized.

If you have a favorite garment that you don't wear anymore and would like to have a bag made from it, send an email to yayamade@gmail.com.

VESTED 1

You’ll have a vested interest in this conversation piece, a brown herringbone tote with 2 buttoned-down pockets trimmed in suede, front and back. This one-of-a-kind tote from our Green Line will carry more than style for your next outing. This not-so-little tote measures at 9x9, sports an 8-inch handle, and is fully lined in a chocolate brown. It’s model# VS-1 and sells for $15.95

SUITZU 2

How could we design a bag that’s both conservative and a show stopper? How could we not! This clever one-of-a-kind bag from our Green Line in oh-so-conservative tan is trimmed with brown herringbone suit lapels and boasts outside suit sleeve pockets, front and back. The brown webbing shoulder strap adds style and convenience. Unzip your bag, look inside, and your feminine side will show in the beautiful floral lining, which contains a zipper pocket. Measuring at 9x15, SuitzU-2 will carry everything you’ll need for work or play. It’s model# SU-2 and sells for $28.95.

SUITZU 1

You’ll look like you’re all business when you carry this brown herringbone bag which prominently displays a large patch pocket on the front. But don’t let this tailored look fool you. You’ll walk on the wild side when you open it to find a brown leopard print lining, with a zipper pocket and 3 open pockets. This one-of-a-kind bag from our Green Line, has both magnetic snap and velcro closures, and a shoulder strap. It’s measures at 9x11-1/2, is model# SU-1 and sells for $21.95

POWER POWCH 3 SOLD

Soothing pastels and bold prints in pinks and blues and tans, and lots of room, that’s what you’ll find in our Power Powch 3, a beautiful one-of-a-kind bag from our Green Line. Inside are lots of pockets circling the rose colored lining to help you stay organized and find everything easily. And everything will be secure and easily carried with the draw-string closure and separate shoulder strap. Power Powch 3 is 9 inches in diameter, 16 inches tall, giving you lots and lots of room. It’s model# POWX-3 -- SOLD.

PLOOMERS 2

Spots, spots, seeing spots! Yes, you truly are seeing spots, brightly colored ones of red, orange, pink with yellow all around. And inside – more color in stripes of yellow, pink, brown, green, white – and a zipper pocket and 4 open pockets. The shoulder strap is yellow and pink webbing, topping off this bright bag from our Green Line, in style. This one-of-a-kind bag measures at 8x15, with velcro closures, is model# PL-2, and sells for $18.95.

PLOOMERS 1

Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Well, actually tigers and leopards and peacocks grace this little number. Turquoise and green print atop a yellowy/limey background makes for a colorful and fun bag. The lining is yellow and boasts a zipper pocket and four open pockets. The shoulder strap is tied with a pretty bow, making it adjustable. This bag, a one-of-a-kind from our Green Line, with velcro closures, measures at 9x14, is model# PL-1 and sells for $19.95.

DAY TRIPPER 1 SOLD

Here’s a great little one-of-a-kind wallet from our Green Line for those days when you just want to carry the bare essentials like identification, credit cards and money – and even your passport. This red/white/blue patriotic version of our Day Tripper has an inner pocket and outer pocket. Both protected with velcro closures. The strap is adjustable so you can wear on your shoulder or over your shoulder. It measures at 4-1/2x5-1/2. It’s model# DT-1, SOLD.

CHECK OUT THE CREATIVE SIDE

This blog has been dedicated to showing my wares, bags I've made that are ready sell. I also wanted to share some of the creative process, but didn't want to take away from the bag posts. So, I started a new blog, Oak Cloister Studio, to share more about how things get done. Check it out by using the link to the right.

BIG HOBO 1 - SOLD

Many colored hearts framed in bright red is the love story of this Big Hobo bag, another one-of-a-kind creation from the Green Line. Inside in the red lining are a zipper pocket and four open pockets for stashing lots of goodies. The wide shoulder strap is made for comfort. It closes with a tab and magnetic snap. This Big Hobo is model #BH1 - SOLD.

POWER POWCH 2

Power Powch 2 is created from a huge bouquet of flowers, topped with green and white stripes and delicate lace trim. Floral draw strings close this bag securely and the floral shoulder strap make carrying this one-of-a-kind springtime bag from the Green Line a pleasure. This Power Powch is deep and opens wide so you can stow and find all your goodies in six open pockets which encircle the blue lining and a deep zipper pocket. It’s model #POWX2 and sells for $26.95.

POWER POWCH 1 - SOLD

Dots, dots, dots everywhere in this contemporary black and white print, one-of-a-kind Power Powch from the Green Line. This clever bag closes with a draw string, but has a separate shoulder strap, and opens wide so you can find everything and is deep so you can stow a lot of things to find. The orange lining contains a deep zipper pocket. This Power Powch is model #POWX1 - SOLD.

LITTLE HOBO 6

Ink blot flowers are also featured on this Little Hobo. The sides, trim, strap and back are black. The bright green print lining holds a zipper pocket and three open pockets. This Little Hobo’s strap is suspended by bright pink rings and it closes with a tab and magnetic snap. It’s also a one-of-a-kind bag from the Green Line and is model #LH6, and sells for $19.95.

LITTLE HOBO 5

Ink blot flowers fan out to make this Little Hobo. The sides, trim, strap and back are black. The pink leopard print lining holds a zipper pocket and three pink denim open pockets. This Little Hobo’s strap is suspended by bright pink rings and it closes with a magnetic snap. It’s a one-of-a-kind bag from the Green Line and is model #LH5, and sells for $19.95.

LITTLE HOBO 4 - SOLD

Bright, fluorescent flowers on a black background make a cheery statement, "Smile!" The bright pink denim lining boasts a zipper pocket and three open pockets. The matching print handle is suspended from bright pink rings. This Hearty hobo is a one-of-a-kind bag from the Green Line. It’s model #LH4 - SOLD.

DUFFALO 2 - SOLD

SOLD 2/23/09

SOLD This one-of-a-kind duffle bag is part of the Green Line. It’s embellished with four stripes of decorative yarns; the front and back with the multi-colored eyelash yarn, one side with a purple fuzzy yarn and the other side with a turquise fuzzy yarn. It has a print lining, which is encircled with four large open pockets. It measures 11"x13"x4". When closed, the adjustable strap will hang nicely from your shoulder. It opens wide so you can find all your essentials and extras. This Duffalo is model #DFL2 SOLD.

POWCH 1

There’s a lot of POW in this little drawstring pouch – thus its name – POWCH. This wonderful little bag is not so little. It measures 7-1/2"x11"x3". The purple cord drawstrings are embellished with beads. The purple middle stripe of the bag is embellished with flat beads, front and back. The base/bottom of the bag is ultrasuede. The print top of the bag is a cottony fabric. The top of the bag is self-lined with the print. The ultrasuede bottom of the bag is unlined. This is model #POW1 and sells for $12.95.

DUFFALO 1 - SOLD

Shuffle off with your Duffalo. This duffle bag is pieced from denims, twills and other cottony fabrics. It’s embellished with satin and top stitches, decorative yarns, heart appliques, and has a beautiful cherry/burgandy print lining (the same fabric as the hearts). No pockets in this duffle, but it has plenty of room to tote everything as it measures 10-1/2"x14"x4". When closed, the adjustable strap will hang nicely from your shoulder. It opens wide so you can find all your essentials and extras. This Duffalo is model #DFL1, SOLD.

SQUARE-NOT ZIPPED 1 - SOLD

Cool, cool, daddy-o! Rock N Roll! Dig the dude in the sunglasses!

This bright green striped bag features some really unique applique, on both sides. The bag features zipper closure, solid green lining, inside zipper pocket, three open inside pockets, and shoulder straps. Truly a one-of-a-kind bag measures 12"x10"x3-1/2" . It’s model SNZ1 and it's SOLD.

LITTLE HOBO 3

Purple, purple, purple frames a delicate embroidered flower (front and back of bag) on this Little Hobo from the Green Line. Features include a shoulder strap, magnetic snap enclosure, solid green lining, inside zipper pocket and four inside open pockets (3 for a phone, Ipod or such, 1 for pen or pencil). This Little Hobo measures 11-1/2"x7-1/2"x2". It’s model #LH3 and sells for $19.95.

LITTLE HOBO 1

See the blue background, with brown flowers! Ah, but these flowers are not wilted. They're alive with form and fashion in this one-of-a-kind Little Hobo from the Green Line. The shoulder strap is suspended from white rings. The bag has a magnetic snap closure, solid blue lining with an inside zipper pocket. The front of the bag features beading embellishment on one of the flowers. This Little Hobo measures 11-1/2"x7-1/2"x2". It's model #LH1, and sells for $18.95.