I love Chinese Lantern Lilies like the one to the left. This time of year I often see them in the stores. I am drawn to their shape, their color, and their paper-thin appearance. Nature is incredibly beautiful, isn't it?A week or so ago I created a tote from Laura Gunn's "Lantern Bloom" collection. I named her "Gilded Cage." Today I chose another fabric from that same line and "Chinese Lantern" was born. The fabrics in this line speak to me. I love the abstract prints and the Asian flare of this collection. The bold colors and hand-painted variations make them chic and sophisticated. Toting "Chinese Lantern" is like hanging a painting from your shoulder! The fabric that I chose for today's creation depicts tall turquoise vases stuffed with delicate branches of hot pink lantern pods. The straps on this Hang Up flaunt fabric reminiscent of a turquoise tile mosaic. Oh, and there's two big, coconut buttons to boot! Just beautiful!
Without further delay, let me introduce you to "Chinese Lantern"...
