tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post1555594997604521256..comments2024-03-29T13:20:25.412+00:00Comments on Kindred of the Quiet Way: So where do you put it all? Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-58123472587230416532013-10-07T15:16:04.395+01:002013-10-07T15:16:04.395+01:00Thanks, Julie! Yes, isn't it fascinating comp...Thanks, Julie! Yes, isn't it fascinating comparing notes! xxxPen Wilcockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13818227904371811230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-78953421975241518312013-10-07T14:45:48.938+01:002013-10-07T14:45:48.938+01:00Like Kay, I could never manage with a small bag. A...Like Kay, I could never manage with a small bag. And I wouldn't use a fanny pack (yes that's the name in the US) because I need no added bulk in that region whatsoever. <br /><br />I prefer a purse with shorter handles, since shoulder bags always seem to slip off my shoulders. <br /><br />Here's what I carry in mine: checkbook, small yearly calendar, two-three pens, brush, zippered pouch of lip glosses, small New Testament, cell phone, band aids, a few business cards for my daughters' companies, a wallet with driver's license, credit card, photos in it, key ring with car and house keys, Neutrogena hand balm, Kleenex and mints. <br /><br />I like my purse to be large with several small pockets inside for some of the above things. I would also like my purse to be pretty if possible, mostly dark with pops of color, preferably blue or green or red. It needs to be large enough to carry a book, and oftentimes my iPad. And it should not cost over $75.00. <br /><br />I just realized after typing all of this that I'm a total purse diva! Hahaha! <br /><br />Here's my current purse: http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-thing?.out=jpg&size=l&tid=23323508 <br /><br />but the downside about owning fabric purses is that the handles eventually fray after about two years, I find. Then it's time for another purse. <br /><br />This was a fun post to read and I enjoyed peoples' answers. Maybe I'll use your idea and do something on my blog like this. Something light hearted! xoxoJulie B.http://www.justjulieb.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-76667046153914625062013-10-05T14:40:14.445+01:002013-10-05T14:40:14.445+01:00! Good aim, that bird! How do they do it?
xx! Good aim, that bird! How do they do it?<br /><br />xxPen Wilcockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13818227904371811230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-74035062304022634852013-10-05T10:59:28.028+01:002013-10-05T10:59:28.028+01:00I was so relieved to leave behind the huge bags I ...I was so relieved to leave behind the huge bags I needed when my children were young. Now I have dad's bag and it carries similar items but adult sized. I have a lovely leather computer bag for when I travel but it is heavy. For my personal use, at present, I am using two patchwork bags. They hold my two tiny purses. One is for cash and cards and the other for my swiss "army" card and other small items. I carry a huge bunch of keys, a hairbrush, a small make up bag if needed, tissues, medicines, a notebook and pen. ON Sunday I fit my Bible in.<br /><br />I compacted my purses into little ones that are made for bus passes etc as I needed to shrink what I carry. It hurts me and the only way was to become a user of tiny things. Some women comment that I don't carry store cards etc. I have a license, my pension card, my two banking cards and my medicare card and that is it. I don't need that much.<br /><br />My bags have not so long handles. I can carry them on my shoulder. When I drive I throw it over the headrest. My only compliant is that neither bag sells. It never bothered me until this Wednesday when a bird somehow managed to deposit in the bag. So I must work on some form of closure.Suzehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15283293507101152512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-80658735140780674902013-10-04T15:03:54.068+01:002013-10-04T15:03:54.068+01:00Hi Lesley - yes I have a couple of aged (tatty now...Hi Lesley - yes I have a couple of aged (tatty now but still very sturdy) buddha bags that come in very handy for all manner of occasions. BIG. <br />I took a look at your blog and entirely agree with you about this being the natural time of year for new beginnings. I feel just the same.<br />Lesley's blog is here, friends:<br />http://theroadtoskye.blogspot.co.uk<br /><br />Hi Bella - ooh, yes those do look useful!<br />Here they are on Amazon UK (I expect they have them on US Amazon too):<br />http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=healthy+back+bags&tag=googhydr-21&index=aps&hvadid=28045662633&hvpos=1t1&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=20818869549971696&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_1kyw1xgc3g_b <br />Pen Wilcockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13818227904371811230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-39190566977975358402013-10-04T14:13:41.616+01:002013-10-04T14:13:41.616+01:00I have recently bought a 'Healthy Back Bag'...I have recently bought a 'Healthy Back Bag' and cannot speak too highly of it! I was dithering between getting a small rucksack, to replace the one that I had worn out, or some kind of shoulder bag, and the healthy back bag is the perfect combination. It can be worn across the body, or one shoulder (and does not slip in that position) and the weight is automatically really well distributed. Inside and outside are some incredibly well thought out pockets, so it acts as a permanent organiser...<br /> I have no connection with the company but am glad to give them some free advertising as I simply can't imagine ever wanting to use any other bag ever again!Bellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08757181103901177019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-69394860704638859972013-10-04T10:29:40.197+01:002013-10-04T10:29:40.197+01:00I could actually live for a year out of my bag! I ...I could actually live for a year out of my bag! I always, always go for large bags - leather or fabric it matters not. What matters is size :-)<br /><br />Having said that - I too have still not found the perfect bag. It is a never ending quest.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-81242178534187344212013-10-04T06:22:54.669+01:002013-10-04T06:22:54.669+01:00Hi Michelle - I love looking at your sewing works-...Hi Michelle - I love looking at your sewing works-in-progress! I like the idea of a cotton-lined crochet bag. xx<br /><br />Hi DMW - it sounds as though you have a well-organised system going there! xxPen Wilcockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13818227904371811230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-24592163015785438602013-10-04T03:40:26.297+01:002013-10-04T03:40:26.297+01:00I have three bags. A large faux leather bag, black...I have three bags. A large faux leather bag, black and tan (to go with either color shoes), with a shoulder strap and regular straps, with room for books, wallet pens etc.for for grad school. A wheeled cloth bag covered with whimsical birds in which I slip my heavy wheeless laptop bag and notebooks for my work/internship. Thirdly, a small shoulder bag, also black and brown, that I transfer my wallet into for short trips such as the grocery store. Because school and work are long days away from home, I also use a small light cloth zipper bag in which I carry, mints, an emery board, glasses cleaning cloth,aspirin, hand lotion, lip balm, a dental pick, gum. This bag moves back and forth between my work and school bags. This solution works pretty good for me, except when I am out longer than I expected with only my purse.In the US, locations we need to get to, can frequently be 1/2 hour 45 min or as much as an hour's drive away. Construction delays this summer have made drive times even longer. Unfortunately, public transportation is often not an option. DMWAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-55363677368976394092013-10-04T01:02:50.065+01:002013-10-04T01:02:50.065+01:00I have a small leather bag right now but have croc...I have a small leather bag right now but have crocheted a new one as the leather one is going to pieces so to speak a little. I just need to make a liner for it but right now I have dresses to sew.Michelle-ozark crafterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02854922223445105068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-82967869919026324612013-10-03T19:05:55.358+01:002013-10-03T19:05:55.358+01:00:0) Hi, Kay! Hi Ganeida! Waving! xx:0) Hi, Kay! Hi Ganeida! Waving! xxPen Wilcockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13818227904371811230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-45124106022441078382013-10-03T10:50:30.472+01:002013-10-03T10:50:30.472+01:00I use a small cotton knapsack that also has a shou...I use a small cotton knapsack that also has a shoulder strap. A bum bag is no good because I never travel anywhere without a book! My present book is <i>Clash of Kings</i> which is 873 PB pages ~ so I need <i>room</i>! I have phone, 2 sets of keys, camera, purse, pkt of sweets if driving long distances or into town, pkt tissues, looses change & go card on a chain for the ferry. Yes, it's a pain but it's worse if I don't have the book!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00570697333076967654noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55532501364780143.post-42580085915594680992013-10-03T10:18:54.053+01:002013-10-03T10:18:54.053+01:00I've still not found the perfect bag for me. I...I've still not found the perfect bag for me. I admire women who manage with just a little, tiny bag, but then where would I put everything? Added to the items you've already listed, I need to carry a hand-held fan (yes, I'm at that age!), my husband's insulin pack (he's not a man-bag man), emergency jelly babies (for husband again!).<br />I find that like you, I need to use a shoulder bag. While preferring the look of a hand bag, a shoulder bag is so much more practical because I often have to use a walking stick and my husband and I like to hold hands when we out walking/shopping. :) And unfortunately there are times when my husband has to use a wheelchair and I feel mean dumping a handbag on his lap as we tootle along. <br />The right size of bag is difficult too because too big can cause problems. A large bag can easily fill up with unnecessary items and the weight can play havoc with my osteoarthritis in my neck/shoulders. <br />However I'm not into using bum-bags because I already carry enough extra baggage around that area and I really don't want to add any more! :)<br />KayAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com