TRASH BAGS by ashlee nicole

HAIR ORNAMENTS: HEADBANDS

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Bags, Bags, Bags...

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More Creations for Open House:

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New Arrivals: (all will be available at open house)

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ABOVE: BLACK CORDUROY/ CREAM HYDRANGEA BLOOM SHOULDER BAG....MY FAVORITE BAG THUS FAR!

ABOVE: VINTAGE WASH UPCYCLED DENIM/ CREAM MICRO-CORDUROY / NAVY/RED BELT SHOULDER/ HANDBAG

ABOVE: PINK TENGE HYDRANGEA BLOOM/ MOCHA SHOULDER/ HANDBAG

ABOVE: RETRO MAUVE TWEED/ BLACK WOOL / LARGER THAN LIFE BOW SHOULDER BAG

ABOVE: BUTTER-SCOTCH BIGGY BLOOM/ MOD GRAY/ SLATE BLUE PIN STRIP SHOULDER BAG

More Open House Inventory;

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Trash Bag Mini- Spring Pant Bag

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"I don't want no scrubs"....I'll take em'!

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Below is one of a few custom Bags I've been working on for a customer that sent me an abundance of donated scrubs to complete this fun project...

For Wee Ones...

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Below:

Trash Bag Mini

made of upcycled denim

and a wonderful vintage floral print canvas

Trash Bag Minis are made special for our lil'

sweethearts ranging in ages from 3 to 10

A Few more Goodies for the Open House...

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above: a few lil coin pouches

Stocking up on Inventory for Trash Bag open house:

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both above and below: Trash Bag mini's....for those tweens and lil ones...or perhaps you prefer smaller bags...

Going to the Chapel...

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(above: custom Trash Bag Money Dance Pouch)

I was approached to create a few custom peices this week...one of the orders for a wedding ...

(below: a make-up and powder clutch style Trash Bag)

To Whom it May Concern:

P.S. ~ I hope you will enjoy your new Trash Bag treasures...and further more..

May all your Wedding Dreams come true!!!

~ashlee.nicole

TRASH BAGS are BACK

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Hello All,

It's been just ar0und a YEAR that I stepped away from the sewing machine...I am SO ready to create my bags again. I have wayyy too much FUN to call it quits completely... Thank you all who have supported me in my passion for these bags for the last few years...for all your encouragement and love...words can can not convey my HEART felt APPRECIATION for you...Thank you!

luv- ashlee.nicole

A New Summer Treats:

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AND THE WINNER IS:

Congratulations to Kathi K. from the beautiful Oregon State in

winning the month of May's "Trash Bag Giveaway"!!!

Thank you all who participated ...and another is on the way shortly!

(above: Kathi with her winning Trash Bag Original)

Thank you Kathi

for being such a good sport and submitting an appreciation photo..and

an adorable one at that!

NEW CUSTOM BUTTONS FOR ORDER!!!

2009-05-26T16:07:00.000-07:00

GLENN SUPRISED ME WITH A ORDERING PLACK OF 15 BUTTONS HE MADE...

10 OF THEM FROM MY ORIGINAL SKETCH DESIGNS: NUMBERS 2THROUGH 11.

(NUMBERS 1 AND 12 THROUGH 15 ARE GLENN MANHERZ ORIGINAL BUTTONS)

MANY OF THEM ARE DESIGNED AS SETS...LIKE MY FAVORITES 2 &3, 4 & 5, 7 &8, AND 9 & 10.

GLENN TOOK MY DESIGNS FROM A SKETCH AND CREATED HIS OWN INTURPRETATION OF THEM...

THESE BUTTONS CAN BE ADDED TO ALL CUSTOM ORDERS ON TRASH BAGS (AN ADDITIONAL COST APPLYS DEPENDING ON BUTTON SIZE AND DESIGN)

NOTE: MAKE SURE TO ASK ABOUT CUSTOM "NAME" BUTTONS, AND "INSPIRATIONAL WORDS" BUTTONS AS WELL .

NOTE: ALL BUTTONS SHOWN ARE MADE EXCLUSIVELY FOR TRASH BAGS BY ASHLEE NICOLE.

Custom Coin Bags Featuring Glenn Manherz Buttons:

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FEATURED ARTIST: GLENN E. MANHERZ

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ARTIST: GLENN E. MANHERZ

BORN: 1932 Winner, South Dakota

Glenn Manherz is a local "Internationally Known" wood sculptor that I've been fortunate enough to meet here in Phoenix, AZ. I was more than honored when approached with the idea of collaborating on some hand-carved buttons for my line of Trash Bags. When asked if I may feature him on my site and tell a little about him...he said "of course"...

WHEN DID HE START WOOD WORKING?

Glenn started wood-working as early as 9 years old..."I used to make my own toys....trucks, tractors......even sling shots." He and his brothers used to make their own wagons out of old buggy wheels and such.

While on a camping trip with his family back in 1967, by fate, he and another gentlemen by the name of Jack Elmer Pence crossed paths. Jack was ill with emphysema and with his spare time carved wood. He invited Glenn to come a visit his home and studio in Mesa, AZ...while on that visit had asked Glenn if he ( with some help of friends) might be willing to lay cement in his studio in exchange for lessons. Glenn has been carving ever since. He told me his first carving was that of a roadrunner...and still has it!

Glenn uses an array of types of woods in his sculptures: pine, walnut, citrus....his personal favorite is Bass wood...Northern Bass wood to be precise...says the quality and tinsel strength of the wood is extraordinary...which means it's grain is very tight and doesn't split.

I asked Glenn if he used scrap wood..."Why, there ain't no such thing as Scrap Wood"...LOL we had a good laugh.

Well into his 70's ..."76 years young", he says...he now has sold in all 6 continents and is internationally known and has placed in many local art shows. He has even taught woodworking classes here locally. Most of his pieces sell for well into the thousands.

What an awesome and genuinely sweet man he is...and is talented and gifted beyond words.

I am so excited and so very blessed to able to use his art to enhance my bags and bring them to my customers to experience first hand at reasonable prices for everyone.

Below: Some of Glenn's artwork...

I just fell in love with this set of dove buttons made from Citrus wood...Glenn says it starts to look like ivory more with age.
The detail in this bolo tie was amazing...was carved from Bass wood. The boots...spot on!

One evening Glenn had asked for our walnut shells and later returned with these guys ...

These buttons were made specifically by Glenn for a custom Trash Bag project for a special group of woman:

"B.A.T.S"

and here they are below used on the custom Trash Bag coin pouches:

BELOW:

My first Trash Bag featuring Glenn E Manherz buttons:

This bag will be listed in the shop !

More Summer Camp Goodies!

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I been trying to pump out
as many new items to this collection
as I can....I'm having so much fun
with this batch, I don't want to step
away from the machine!

above: "FIRST AID"
left and
below: " GONE FISHIN"

Summer Camp Nostalgia: A new Trash Bag Collection

2009-05-07T10:26:00.000-07:00

I admit, I've been kinda stuck in rut...Life's been hectic...kids, financial stresses, illness...I've been asked quite often, "when are you going to post summer items?" I was inspired majorly after finding some great plaid and floral prints to do something fun and warm...when I stared at all of these wonderful summery fabrics I thought..."Summer Camp"....

This is just a taste of my new "Summer Camp Collection"...some have already sold, but more....much more on the way!

Ashlee Nicole

Diaper Bags!

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This month I had a couple of rare custom designs I created for a two very deserving new mommies. I had such a blast making these two bags...both for little girls (excuse my aweful photography...ick...lol). One wanted a soft pink, green shabby chic feel.....the other, polar opposite...lol....a beautiful rich purple and black color scheme...both adorable and classic....I hope you two are enjoying your bags!

Spring Treats in the Shop!

2009-04-03T10:59:00.000-07:00

Wow, I realize that, yes, it has been quite some time since I've last posted....with staying behind on my own (with a 6 year old and a 7 month old) while the Hubby set up shop in AZ, and relocating, and getting the kids settled in, and oh, ya.... discovering that I am carrying a 3rd (yes count them....3) rugrat.........Life has been a little hectic.....but oh my goodness, I can not begin to tell you how excited and comforted I am to be back in the sewing room creating again! The shop is stocked with a few new goodies, but much more on the way!

Support Your Local Artists!

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Today, I was just crus'n "Etsy" and thinking...Most people aren't even aware of just how many talented artists there are in their neighborhood. So, I thought I'd let some of my veiwers in on a couple of my favorite local artists:

http://www.etsy.com/shop_local.php?place=merced

With the way the enonomy is these days, us artisians are suffering greatly. Buy handmade this Christmas....check your city listings for local craft shows and such. There are so many great little shops both downtown Merced and Atwater....Sensible Interiors (1212 3rd st Atwater, CA) and Tallula Brigitta (608 W Main Merced, CA) just to name few...drop by sometime. Support your local Artists!!!

Here Today....Gone Tommorrow: A new Bag

2008-10-04T20:47:00.000-07:00

This is a new bag...one of my favorites...."Chocolate Butterscotch" was her name....I posted her yesterday and she was sold in an hour....I kept telling myself that if she didnt go within a week, I was gonna keep her....It's a bittersweet goodbye for me....my broken heart will mend in time. ...

Ok, Im over it! Time to move on to the next one...

FRIDAY'S FAVORITES:

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Stocking the Shop up!

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Hi all....if you've been visiting my Etsy Shop, you've probably noticed that I've been adding quite a bit...the shop will be stocked and ready for the month of Oct. November and December are seasonal months of festivals and purse parties...needless to say my shop may tend to look sparce during those months. Great time for Christmas shopping! If ya see something you would like to purchase...contact me, it may not be around for long.

Thank you all, and God Bless!

Ashlee Nicole

The Festival!

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Atwater Fall Festival:

September 13, 2008

Here's a picture of our little booth...I shared with a gal named Cindy who makes all these cute little nik-naks...and boy is she an incredible crochetist (ok, I made that word up). Quite a few browsers flowed through our spot, but not too many buyers this year. Not too many vendors were thrilled with the outcome...the blame all points to our lame economy these days. Many people have become money conscious and are not spending compulsively anymore, which sadly those are the people that I rely on for income....LOL.

Presenting Cindy! (above...the gal I shared with)

Oh, and how can I forget my dorky little family....I know yall gonna love this photo.

SMOOCHES,

Sister, Dad and Mom!

Thank you all who came out to support my little Trash Bags business....although, an unprofitable day, it was great to see all ya out there!

~Ashlee Nicole

Sneek Peek at Tommorrow's Lute!

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Here are just a few new designs that will be available for purchase tommorrow at the Atwater Fall Festival...Lots of color in my designs this Fall ....also for purchase, some ornaments, handbands for our little princesses, bangles, pillows...etc. So, please come pay me a visit...I'd love to see ya all!

~Ashlee Nicole

trashbagsbyan@yahoo.com

Don't Forget to join us at Tommorrow's Fall Festival....Located at Ralston Park in Atwater, CA.

Atwater Fall Festival

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ATWATER FALL FESTIVAL

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 13TH

LOCATION: RALSTON PARK

ATWATER, CA

It's getting to be that time again....time for the annual Atwater Fall Festival. Held at Ralston Park, the Festival has been many local's tradition to attend each year. There will be food, music, and many many many local artists there....including yours truely....TRASH BAGS. It's a great place and time to do your Christmas shopping. So, please come join us this Saturday at Ralston Park....hope to see you all there!

Party!!!! In the Exam Room?

2008-09-06T16:27:00.000-07:00

Local Doctor's Office Exam Room:

or shall I say Multipurpose Room

Why yes, I'd have to admit that this was by far the most baazar places I've set up shop....in an exam room...LOL. I got a kick out of it and thought I better photo document this intresting moment . However, it was a great success and the ladies were just fantastic to be around. It was a very pleasant experience. When can we do it again?

The Many Faces of Trash Bags:

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BLOG UPDATE

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HEY ALL:

WELCOME TO MY "TRASH BAGS" BLOGSITE....WHERE YOU CAN FIND ALL THE LATEST ORIGINAL TRASH BAGS STYLES AND DESIGNS.

I'LL ALSO BE POSTING ANY UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS I MAY BE SHOWING AT.

SO, PLEASE, I INVITE TO YOU TO COME BACK AND VISIT AGAIN!

~Ashlee Nicole

SOME OF THE LATEST ORIGINALS:

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