IBQLTN- i really didn't have trouble with the owl purses at all. As long as the fabric is cut on the bias so it goes around the curve, it seemed to go well. The eyes were supposed to be large buttons and I was not willing to pay several dollars each, I made yoyos instead. I actually like them better than buttons.
MammaDorian-this tote was made from placemats and napkins that I picked up from A thrift store. The flower pattern was in a magazine. I just put it together working it out as I went along. It was very easy.