R2-D2 Felt Purse: A Real Bag of Tricks

Etsy shop KruKru Studio is known for making quirky bags in odd shapes and models, including a TARDIS purse, a Dalek purse and a bag that looks like a fire extinguisher. One of its latest items is this extremely well put-together little droid.

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The R2-D2 wool felt purse has printed and embroidered details, two full-length zippers, interior padding and an inner pocket.

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The R2-D2 purse comes in two sizes. The 17″ tall purse costs $185 (USD) while the 13″ tall one costs $170.

[via MightyMega]

Grocery Store Filled with Felt, not Food

London-based artist Lucy Farrow set her sights on an abandoned corner shop for her next project. She specializes in felt art, so naturally felt was her material of choice. You’ll be impressed – no, amazed – at what Lucy did at the corner shop using nothing but felt, her imagination, and her creative prowess: she turned it into a grocery store.

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Not just any grocery store, but one that’s stocked with felt goodies. From chips and chocolate to soda, mint, and even the newspaper, everything in the tiny pop-up store is made from felt. And everything made from felt is for sale, including the cash register.

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The shop is located in Bethnal Green in London, and will be open through the end of August, so go ahead and drop by if you happen to be in the area. You can also order individual felt items from The Cornershop online.

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[via The Telegraph and Daily Mail via Geyser of Awesome]

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Felted Mini Star Wars AT-AT (All Terrain-Adorable Transport)

Is this not the cutest little AT-AT you’ve ever seen? Why, this little guy would never march forward to the Imperial March theme and lay waste to Rebel forces. He just wouldn’t have it in him. All of the other AT-ATs talk about trampling the rebel scum, but this guy just wants to have peace and smell some flowers. Maybe make friends with a Tauntaun or two.
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He is an outcast. He’s just not like the rest. And that makes him sad. Now you see why he has his head down. This adorable AT-AT comes from Etsy artist famished and is about 5″ long and 6″ high.

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He would look good sitting on your desk or shelf. I mean, he’s gonna look sad no matter what I guess, but he is cute and will look good with your other collectibles and toys. You can grab him up for $85(USD). The seller has only made two in this style so when they are gone, that’s it.

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All of the other AT-ATs (and General Veers) used to last and call him names. They wouldn’t let poor felty join in any AT-AT games.

Magikarp Swallows Nintendo DS, Sony PSP

If you’re a Pokémon fan, you probably are familiar with the Magikarp – or as is known in many circles, the Magicrap. Despite being arguably the most useless Pokémon, the orange fish is still one of the most popular characters in the series. So what better way to show your allegiance to the splashy Magikarp but to carry around your handheld gaming system inside of one.

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Flea Circus Designs‘ interpretation of the Magikarp is definitely a bit more rectangular than we’re used to seeing, but they had to make it that way so it could stand a chance at holding onto a game system. It’s made from fleece and felt, and is big enough to hold onto a Nintendo DS, DS Lite, 3DS or a Sony PSP. It’ll also gobble up most cell phones and small digicams. Magikarp’s mouth is also lined with Velcro to make sure that it doesn’t accidentally spit your gadget out.

Cast your rod and reel in the Magikarp case over on Etsy for $25(USD).

Handmade Star Wars Baby Mobile

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Gotta start those Jedi’s young, parents. Let those wee ones dream of galaxies far far away with a fully customizable Handmade Star Wars Baby Mobile. Choose up to 4 Star Wars figures or ships and 7 planets all made from hand needle felted wool. Shown above with Republic Attack Gunship, X-Wing Fighter, Star Cruiser, Millennium Falcon, 2 white planets, 3 orange planets, 1 gray planet, and the Death Star.
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Just put this mobile on your child’s crib and the Force will be strong with this one. Now at $380, you might be better off trying to DIY something like this, maybe with some of these plush Star Wars vehicles and some string?

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Lasso: Flat Packed Shoes

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lasso flat pack slippers Lasso: Flat Packed ShoesYou’re not going to be running a marathon in these shoes or winning any style contests but they are super functional and great for traveling. You could fit like 50 pairs in your suitcase (why you would do that is another question entirely but you could). They will be selling for about $40 plus shipping from the UK when they go on sale this Spring.

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Steinway Piano Bag

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Super clever bag! It’s a brown felt Piano Bag. Each handmade bag has a magnet clasp and a zipper pocket with keyboard keys. And it’s shaped like a Steinway and Sons Piano!
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So cool. It measures a snippet under 12″ by 14″ and can be made in a variety of felt colors. Great for musicians, pianists, and people who like music. $170 on Etsy.

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Fire Extinguisher Bag is Smokin’ Hot

While firefighting gear isn’t exactly the most stylish and comfortable stuff to wear, I think we can make an exception for this cool bag, made up to look like a fire extinguisher.

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It’s made by the artisans at Russia’s KruKru Studio, using 100% wool felt. The 21″+ long red canister has ample capacity for your small personal accessories, wallet, keys, gadgets, etc. – and you can be pretty confident that they’ll never catch on fire if you’re transporting them inside of an extinguisher. The bag has a nice long strap, and can be worn either like a messenger bag, or carried as a large purse.

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This unique and whimsical piece can be found over on Etsy for $150(USD), where pyromaniacs can also find a matching bag that looks like a gas can.