Handmade at Barn Swallow Farm

Handmade at Barn Swallow Farm Creating unique & functional handbags, totes, and accessories with the philosophy that recycling, reducing, and reusing can be beautiful!

Just a bright blue bag, but with a cool strap! There's much more to this bag, like a front exterior pocket and two exte...
07/31/2026

Just a bright blue bag, but with a cool strap! There's much more to this bag, like a front exterior pocket and two exterior slip pockets on the back. Plus, the interior is a lightweight water repellant canvas with one zippered pocket and two slip pockets.

PS: Christmas is 147 days away 😉

In the shop now: https://handmadebarnswallow.etsy.com/listing/4547663046/blue-waxed-canvas-medium-crossbody

Pattern: Cambridge Crossbody by Hammerstitch
Waxed Canvas: Emmaline Bags
Strap: Georgia Girl Stitches

The beautiful flowers blooming everywhere inspired me to finally make this "mini" crossbody that is far from mini, comin...
07/22/2026

The beautiful flowers blooming everywhere inspired me to finally make this "mini" crossbody that is far from mini, coming in at 8" high and 5.25" wide. The beautiful pink waxed canvas was found at my local quilt store ACME Fabric & Quilt Co. and I had just enough of the boho flower design by Groovity to add that pop of color. I lined it with lightweight water repellent canvas. In the shop now:
https://handmadebarnswallow.etsy.com/listing/4535881858/cell-phone-crossbody-pink-waxed-canvas

Pattern: Whisperlight Mini Carry by Scroll & Turquoise

We all love a good fair and some like it more than others! My sister is a HUGE fan of the Iowa State Fair and every yea...
07/14/2026

We all love a good fair and some like it more than others! My sister is a HUGE fan of the Iowa State Fair and every year she talks me into making something for the Blue Ribbon Foundation's big fundraiser, the Corndog Kickoff, which raises funds for the continued preservation and renovation of the fair buildings. This year the theme was "American Classic" and I had the perfect fabric designed by Maria Faith Garcia for Spoonflower, and I paired it with some bright red waxed canvas, which created this fun crossbody bag! Giving a little love to the state in which I was born and raised!

I'm happy to say this bag brought $250 in the silent auction! Congratulations to the winner! ENJOY!

It’s been a heavy couple months with deaths and funerals, and it seems like I haven’t had much time to sew and create. I...
07/08/2026

It’s been a heavy couple months with deaths and funerals, and it seems like I haven’t had much time to sew and create. I have repaired our flag, made curtains for Mr. Barn Swallow’s camper using fabric he found for $1 a yard, and made a couple f***y packs with a fair theme for my fair-loving sister! I also stopped and picked some flowers from my garden. Time to recharge. Anyone else feeling overwhelmed? 🌻🌺🌸

If you're in need of a sturdy one-of-a-kind computer bag, this one will check every box and last years and probably thro...
06/29/2026

If you're in need of a sturdy one-of-a-kind computer bag, this one will check every box and last years and probably through several computers! It is good to do hard things sometimes, and this bag made me slow down and pay attention to every detail.

Details: Two large pockets on BOTH sides of the bag, plus an exterior zipper pocket for fun. The bag is fully padded for protection of your electronics. Inside you'll find a computer pocket (again, all padded), plus 3 electronics pockets for cords, chargers, your mouse, even an external hard drive. AND an interior zipper pocket, for those things you don't want floating around in a pocket.

Made from extra sturdy waxed canvas and accented with cork, you will be the envy of all computer nerds - promise!

In the shop now: https://handmadebarnswallow.etsy.com/listing/4527937938/brown-waxed-canvas-laptop-bag-computer

Pattern: Lupin Laptop Bag by Blue Calla Patterns
Waxed Canvas: Sailrite
Cork: Sallie Tomato
Zippers and Webbing: Georgia Girl Stitches

Happy Father's Day! My dad died in early May, and I miss him. The past two years without Mom were difficult for him, es...
06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day! My dad died in early May, and I miss him. The past two years without Mom were difficult for him, especially facing his own health challenges without her. Here are some photos of us through the years! Remember the good times with your Dad: the years go by fast! What is a favorite memory of your Dad?

Photos:
My wedding over 40 years ago! 🥰 (I made the hat!)
Catching a ride on his beloved motorcycle, an activity we both enjoyed!
Taking a break while watching his grandson's race.
Last fall after his 90th birthday, insisting he was only 58 😆

ICE BLUE! 💙Really, that's the name of this beautiful blue waxed canvas! How fitting it is as we move into the hotter day...
06/11/2026

ICE BLUE! 💙Really, that's the name of this beautiful blue waxed canvas! How fitting it is as we move into the hotter days of summer (except at Yellowstone where it is snowing!) This little bag is bigger than you might think: a large cell phone will fit in the front pocket, and a large wallet, keys, glasses, snacks, even a water bottle will fit in the bag itself. What a great choice for those summer (fall, winter, and spring) outings! Lined with gray, lightweight water-resistant canvas.

In the shop now: https://handmadebarnswallow.etsy.com/listing/4520285292/blue-waxed-canvas-belt-bag-unisex-f***y

Pattern: Kincaid F***y Pack by Kindred Sewls
Waxed Canvas: ALFrances Textiles (Etsy)
Water-Resistant Canvas: Sullivan's Trim

***ypacks

Here's a bright blue waxed canvas bag for summer and beyond! Plus, there's a retro flower party on the inside! You ca...
06/05/2026

Here's a bright blue waxed canvas bag for summer and beyond! Plus, there's a retro flower party on the inside! You can wear this on your left or right side, thanks to d-rings on both sides of the back of the bag. Pockets for everything, and it is large enough for a water bottle This bag is made at 85% of the full size (see photo comparing sizes).

In the shop now: https://handmadebarnswallow.etsy.com/listing/4512419542/navy-blue-waxed-canvas-sling-medium-size

Pattern: Retro Sling by Kandou Crafts
Waxed Canvas: Klum House

It feels like summer! 🌞 Hot, humid, dry, dusty . . . can you tell it is not my favorite season?? 😝 The best thing abou...
05/27/2026

It feels like summer! 🌞 Hot, humid, dry, dusty . . . can you tell it is not my favorite season?? 😝 The best thing about summer is flowers! These two beautiful flowery "hobo" bags are perfect for summer and are 20% off right now! Let's get this summer party started! 🌸🌼🌺💐

White background, dogwood denim, art deco flowers: https://handmadebarnswallow.etsy.com/listing/4312003428/flower-crescent-moon-hobo-style-slouch

Retro multi-colored flowers, twill: https://handmadebarnswallow.etsy.com/listing/4312004599/groovy-flower-crescent-moon-hobo-style

Art Deco denim design by Katelin Nagy for Spoonflower
Retro flower design by Helen Bowler for Spoonflower
Pattern: Fairfax Sling by Sotak Handmade

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