Our mother, I have 3 sisters, passed away almost 10 years ago. One of my sisters had saved a dress that our Mother loved. She asked if I could make something out of it for each one of us. I said “sure I will try.” I really liked the pictures posted for the Bow Tuck purses and decided to see if I could squeeze out 4 purses. I dismantled the dress and was able to get enough to make the purses. The dress had beading on the sleeves and on the yoke. I used these pieces for the pockets. Each sister picked out the contrast trim she wanted. The beads on the purse are from a necklace that I had of my Mothers. I even had enough scraps to make a tiny bag for my youngest granddaughter who is named after my Mother. Inside each bag I machine embroidered our Mother’s name and birth date and passing date. I will be presenting to my sisters when we have our reunion in October. I have attached a picture of the dress and the bags.
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perfect!

Awesome!

That fabulous !!! What a great idea.

This is absolutely amazing. I'm sure the purses will be treasured forever. :)

Unbelieveable! Brought tears to my eyes!

Very nice memorial.
D

Fabulous idea and the embroidery on the bottom of the purse is a wonderful reminder. Great job!!!!

What a wonderful idea.

What a wonderful idea!

What a great job! Nice work, spreading it out to five purses. Lovely memorial! Thank you for sharing it with us!

Everyone will love them, very creative

What an awesome idea! I love the purses and they will be cherished I am sure.

Wow, what a precious memory.

They're beautiful! What a way to remember your Mom!

Beautiful purses and an even more beautiful story.

just perfect... love all of them !

What a lovely idea...and something that you can all share...you are one lovely sister.

What a awesome idea!! :thumbup:

wow, you did a great job!!!!!

This is why we quilt - to create something beautiful that you can't buy anywhere! Lovely job!!

That is too cool. Awesome idea.

Oh how wonderful. You will remember her often

Oh my they are just beautiful.Such a great thing to do to honor your mother and sisters. I bet your mom is smiling. Pam

Such a great keepsake to have, I'm sure all your sisters will love them!!

Wow!

What a lovely memorial to your mother. Your idea of the bags is wonderful as I'm sure each one of your will get more personal use out of the bag than a quilt. Just think, each time you go shopping Mum will be with you. Lovely idea.

now that is just perfect.

What a fabulous idea. Yuur sisters and niece will be thrilled.

Ditto to all the above.

What a great idea..

They are absolutely precious! What treasures!!

What a fabulous remembrance! You did a great job.
Maureen

Wow, you did a GREAT job on them. I believe your sisters will be proud of you. They look beautiful. You should be very, very, proud of yourself.

Thanks for sharing.

debra

very nice idea.

What a beautiful rememberance....... I can't see to spell over my tears.... just a wonderful story. Thanks so sharing.

You hve such a big heart!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! They will love them and I am sure your mom is"seeing them and saying "Well done, my dear."

I like this idea, you are a very clever lady. The purses are beautiful and you did a very nice jub

Awesome! They are beautiful!!!

They are beautiful! What a wonderful way to celebrate your Mom. Really choked me up but I'm so glad you shared :)