Til We All Are Free Bag by Tronda Roselius
Medium: Fabric (denim, cotton), leather
Size: The bag measures 14” H x14.4”w by 5” deep.
Artist statement: “BEE FREE TOTE MADE BY TRONDA ROSELIUS FOR BIRDIE BLU STUDIO This handmade colorful tote will hold all your favorite stuff! Made from an upcycled Tshirt with one of Fannie Lou Hamers most popular quotes. Pieced and quilted starry cotton make this bag eye candy! The body is made with a handwaxed denim . I paint the denim with a bees wax mixture I then heat press the wax until it’s absorbed by all the fibers. It gives the denim a cool stressed look as well as some water repellency. As it wears it gets softer somewhat like leather. The bag has an exterior zipper pocket with slots for knitting needles or paintbrushes or chopsticks. The inside pocket has grommets for yarn guides. A leather key strap to easily find your keys. Comfortable leather straps. The bag measures 14” H x14.4”w by 5” deep. Enjoy and set your soul free!”
Artist website: https://www.etsy.com/shop/birdieblustudio
Image description: A colorful quilted tote bag featuring a rainbow design with small star patterns and a zipper. It is adorned with the quote: “Nobody’s free until everybody’s free. – Fannie Lou Hamer.
