Quid Pro Quo

My friend Briana (who happens to be the fabulous jewelry designer linked down on the right in the list of fun stuff) made me the coolest ring ever, shown here (and please ignore my manhand):

In return, I made her a purse that I hope matches its level of awesomeness! She picked out the exterior fabric (real wool - super soft!), she wanted a flap, some flare, and a long braided handle. And here's the finished product:

The braided strap is long so the bag can be carried messenger style. It also has two big pockets on the inside (and a label - oh yeah). :) The two flowers on the front are "yo-yo's" - this is an old sewing technique that my mom was bustin out last weekend on the boat in Illinois. She taught me how to make them and they were perfect for this!

Hope you like it, Briana, and thanks again for the cool ring!