Vera Bradley Pleated Tote

Vera Bradley Pleated Tote
African Violet

Top zipper closure for extra protection

one big side zippered pocket

My tablet fits in perfectly

The side pocket is pretty deep as well

3 side pockets.  They are all the same size but unlike the Get Carried Away Tote. The pockets are not mirrored. So one zippered pocket on one side and 3 open side pockets on the other side.

Whats in my purse?
crochet hook
3 different colors of yarns
2 incomplete crochet projects
family size trail mix
kotex envelope
sanitizer
protein bar
gum
pen
personal size filofax
toilet paper

each side has a pocket 

I can fit 2 meal replacement shakes on one side

On the other side I can fit a  refillable water bottle and a small water bottle

This is so much better than the Get Carried Away Tote.  I think that one was more for travel.  Even though this bag is full, it does not feel heavy. I love it.

My husband was so kind enough to exchange my Get Carried Away Tote today.  I gave him the name of the tote that I wanted and the top 5 choices that I wanted him to get. My first choice was African Violet which the one he got.  This one is less expensive that the Get Carried Away Tote.  This was $68.00.  I love that it is full but not as heavy.  I think this is perfect for work and to take to my sons practice to carry my crochet stuff.  

Michael Kors Messenger Bag

Michael Kors

Dust bag

This came in 3 colors:
Black, brown and off white
I chose black because I don't have a black cross body bag

Hanging logo charm

Gold hardware

2 side pockets

Zipper pocket and 2 side pockets

Inside clasp
I sometimes clip my swiss army knife to that

Back buttoned pocket magnetic closure
I like this feature because I can put receipts or random papers that I carry.
I also like it because I can just slip my phone in there and not have to search for it inside the purse

Filofax Pocket Wallet
Tablet
Good 2 Grow Juice
Crochet Hook
Ear buds
Lotion
Lipstick

It's roomy enough to fit my Personal sized Filofax and everything else I mentioned above

In reality this is what I actually carry and need in my purse. 

I have had this Coach cross body bucket purse for at least 6 years.  As you can see it is still in great condition.   These bags maybe a little pricey but they last a very long time and well with the price

This is my other Michael Kors bag that my husband bought me last year.  I think its beautiful and it has a lot of space.  The only thing is that it is so heavy.  It gets even heavier once I put all my "necessities" in it.  I will definitely use this purse when we go out or to church.  I think this one was the Hamilton bag but I could be wrong.

Thanks for stopping by!
xoxo,
Christina

My Purse

Before I had my son, I never was overly cautious. Now a days, that's all that I am. I always peek outside my doors peephole before I leave the house. As soon as I get in the car, I lock the doors even though they lock automatically once I hit a certain speed. I am sure there are many others but I don't want to freak y'all out.
Long gone are the days when I flashed a nice handbag that I carried over my shoulder. Now I use cross body purses. I just feel safer that way. Today I bought this bag from JC Penny. Its by Relic and I can use it as an over the shoulder bag or cross body. It has a big center opening with a slot for my phone.It's big enough to carry a bottle of water. I especially like that it has a zipper closer. It has a big slot in the back. It also has three zippered compartments to store my camera,bloggie,taser and notebook.
This bag here will be my mommy mode bag. I'll use my other black studded bag when my husband is with me. This bag may not be the most fancy or beautiful bag ever but it sure fits my needs.
Thanks for stopping by:)
xoxo
Christina