Recently, my 10-year-old daughter requested an animated animal handbag–so I began searching for inspiration and found these owl designs to be a hoot! Most of the photos seem simple enough to wing the project…pardon the pun! Animal handbags, backpacks and wallets are great gifts for young ladies who are no longer “babies”–yet not quite teens! Start with our online fabric store to prep for this family project.
My top 10 picks for the cutest owl bags are as follows:
10. This colorful cutie will bring a smile to any child’s face
9. Oversized dramatic eyes paired with cutesy floral make this owl a hit
8. This simple brown style will coordinate with most outfits
7. Slightly larger, this bag incorporates bright floral fabric (which can be substituted with any bold fabric!)
6. Earthy and original, this bag has a hint of plaid
5. The adorable eyelashes and bright green fabric make this owl stand out
4. This is the same owl as the one above. Notice how using different colors transforms it into a completely different bag?
3. Simple colors and googly eyes give this bag charm. Use brighter fabric to jazz it up if you prefer!
2. You can create this owl using fabric remnants—it is a quilt-inspired hippy owl!
1. This is my personal favorite and the bag that began the entire search! I love the texture of the corduroy blended with the decorative fabric and the feet! Pro-tip: Use wood or another sturdy substance to create feet that the bag can stand on, keeping it clean longer!
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