And, now about the bag… I’ve been working on  lots of various smaller bags lately & this one just really stands out.  I like it because it’s cute & compact, but still functional & sturdy.  It’s bears resemblance to the large Haylen bag available at the etsy store, but down sized considerably.  Perfect little bag for carrying your extra lenses while working or carrying your camera and a spare lens or flash.  The photos has the lens separate from the camera body, but you could carry it attached (just need to remove divider & rest camera on it’s side).

More photos of the bag on my flickr page…

Giveaway Details:

The winner will choose from any fabric on eQuilter.com (under $10/yd) for the body, along with a solid color for both the exterior bottom & interior (both of these fabrics are water repellent nylon).   (All color options will be provided at the end of contest to the winner)

Details about the bag:  Measures 7.5″H x 11″W x 3.5″ (exterior measurements), 1/4″ Thick Foam lines the front & back, 1/2″ Thick Foam lines the sides & bottom (provides great cushion to equipment stored inside),  Magnetic Snap Closure, 1 Zipper Pocket along the exterior backside, 1 small open pocket on each exterior side (great for cell phone or business cards) & 1 larger open pocket under the front flap.  The interior has two fully adjustable padded dividers.

**Important Note** Because of this bag’s compact size, I will be willing to go an inch or two taller or longer to better accommodate the winner’s needs if necessary.

1. Comment with the phrase “I WANT PIXIE” & why you like this bag.
2. Double you’re chances to win by linking this giveaway back on your own public blog or send out a link through Facebook or Twitter, then VERY IMPORTANT come back and comment that you’ve done so.
3. Triple your chances, by becoming a fan on the official Martilena facebook page or twitter (see sidebar), then VERY IMPORTANT come back and comment that you’ve done so.  Already a fan?  Just post a comment to let me know that & that will count as your entry.
4. Remember that you’ll need to leave your email address so that I can contact you for your info in the event that you WIN!

Be sure to have your entries in by 12:00am on Tuesday, August 31st!

Winner will be randomly selected and announced once confirmed.

The Julia Pouch is the smaller of the two, but is lightly padded to help protect the interior contents.  It measures 4″ H x 5.75″ W & closes with a heavy duty zipper.  Pouch is shown clipped to the side of a Maia Camera Bag.

The Aggie Pouch is slightly larger than Julia and has more depth.  It does not include any padding, but can be added if requested.  Aggie measures 4.25″ H x 6″ W x 2″ D & closes with a heavy duty zipper.   It’s the depth that gives you all the extra storage area.

Fabric choices for either pouch are available on my Flickr site.  I’ll be adding A LOT more fabrics as time allows.  If you would like to add either pouch to a bag order, please let me know.  The pouches do have to be ordered at the same time as the bag order is placed.

Exterior Measurements: 7″ H x 8.5″ W x 6″ D

Flap: A cotton print (selected by you) is used to construct the front flap, center fabric panel & trim for back zipper pocket.  This cotton print is lined with two layers of heavy duty interfacing to provide stability & durability.  The flap itself is not waterproof or padded, but either of these options are available for a fee.  The flap is approx. 10″ w to provide plenty of coverage along the top of the bag.

Exterior Fabric: The entire body is constructed from waterproof nylon, available in black, brown, charcoal or khaki.  The nylon has a twill texture to it & feels smooth to the touch.  It has the appearance of twill & doesn’t stand out as a waterproof material.

Standard Closure: Side release plastic buckle closure.  The buckle is hidden under the front flap (see photo above).  It measure approx 1″ w x 2″ L.  The buckle keeps the bag tightly closed but allows easy access, because it can be opened with one hand.  Other closure options are available.

Shoulder Strap & Pad: Adjustable strap measures 1.5″ W x 60″ (fully extended).  Straps are available in black or brown.  The removable shoulder pad is constructed from the print selected (if enough available).  The pad has a layer of fleece for comfort & can easily be attached or removed using the velcro strips sewn in.

Zipper Pocket: Large zipper pocket along the backside of the bag, measures approx.  5″ H x 14″ W.  How is wider than the bag?  It wraps around on each side, so it’s the entire width of the bag.  A heavy duty zipper keeps everything tightly inside.  Perfect pocket for carrying personal items.  The fabric trim keeps the zipper hidden from view.

Front Open Pocket: The open pocket is perfect for cell phones or lens caps or even memory cards.  The front of the pocket is constructed from the print selected, but the back is lined with the same waterproof nylon used on the rest of the exterior.  This ensures no moisture leakage into the interior.  It measures approx. 6″ H x 6″ W.

Interior Measurements: 6.5″ H x 7.5″ W x 5″ D – 1/2 foam surrounds the entire exterior of the bag.  The 1/2 foam along with a thick cardboard support the bottom of the bag.  Keep in mind this is foam, not batting, so it provides a good amount of structure & support without being bulky.  Camera shown in the photos measures approx. 5.5″ W x 5″ D x 4″ H (for scale purposes)

Interior Pockets: The interior has two fully padded pockets.  The pockets are padded with 1/4″ thick foam, so you have plenty of cushion without any bulk.  Each pocket measures approx. 5.5″ H x 5″ W x 3.5″ D.

Interior Fabric: A waterproof nylon is also used for the interior.  It is a thinner, smoother fabric than what is used for the exterior.  The smoothness of the fabric will keep valuable equipment from being scratched.  This material is incredibly durable & stain resistant.  Click here to see available color options.

The goal is have this guy available on the website & etsy by the beginning of August, but if you are interested in creating one sooner please feel free to contact me.

Thanks to everyone who participated!!  Hoping everyone had a fun Fourth of July weekend!

Be sure to checkout the new Hobo bag & the options available on the website!!

I will be offline for the next several days, but if anyone has any questions prior to purchasing please feel free to email me & I’ll honor the discount when your purchase is made even if it’s after the sale ends.

NEW INTERIOR COLOR OPTIONS

It will take me a little while to correct all the web pages & etsy listings, so I apologize up front for any confusion this may cause.  If you’d like to purchase a bag, but only the old versions are available, please just shoot me an email or convo (if using etsy).

I like this bag because it’s perfect for when you need quick access to your camera and don’t want to mess with flaps or buckles.  Also, the bag is deep enough that your camera cannot be easily snagged from inside even though it has an open top.  You can use it purely as a camera bag or create a snug pocket for your camera, using the adjustable dividers, and store anything else you may need for a day trip inside.  The pockets along the backside allow room for cell phones, keys & even bottles.  I’m thinking this bag could easily work as camera/diaper bag quite easily.

Options available:  Zipper closure or  Fixed interior pockets (similar to Moxy).  Of course, I’m always willing to further customize a bag if possible.  Please
contact me if interested in creating your own unique version of this bag.

To find more photos of the bag, please visit my flickr site.

Giveaway Details:

The winner will choose from any fabric on eQuilter.com (under $10/yd) for the body, along with a solid color for both the exterior bottom & interior (both of these fabrics are water repellent nylon).   (All color options will be provided at the end of contest to the winner)

Details about the bag:  Measures 12″ H x 12″ W x 6″ D (exterior measurements), 1/2″ Thick Foam lines the interior (provides great cushion to equipment stored inside), Heavy Duty Snaps for Closure, 3 open pockets along the backside.  The interior has two fully adjustable padded dividers.

1. Comment with the phrase “I WANT THE HOBO” & why you like this bag.
2. Double you’re chances to win by linking this giveaway back on your own public blog or send out a link through Facebook or Twitter, then VERY IMPORTANT come back and comment that you’ve done so.
3. Triple your chances, by becoming a fan on the official Martilena facebook page or twitter (see sidebar), then VERY IMPORTANT come back and comment that you’ve done so.
4. Remember that you’ll need to leave your email address so that I can contact you for your info in the event that you WIN!

Be sure to have your entries in by 12:00am on Friday, July 2nd!

Winner will be randomly selected and announced once confirmed.