My One Second of Fame

I had my one second of fame today! I was hoping for the 15 minutes promised by Andy Warhol but I can't complain.

On March 27th I got a call from a producer of CBS Sunday Morning News letting me know that they are doing a feature on America's handmade economy and want to feature some of my bags on the set. I was quite excited. I dropped off some of my handbags at the studio that day. Posted above is my security entrance card. My first name is spelled wrong and my head is turned to the side because the producer asked me a question just as the security guard was taking the photo. I was allowed in the building with my profile shot so all was well.

The CBS feature was broadcast nationally today. I was not at home and only had access to a small portable black and white TV with so so reception. Yes, rabbit ears. In the opening shot, CBS Sunday Morning News anchor Charles Osgood points to my handbags for about a second. he he But I am still honored that they chose my bags from the thousands on Etsy.com!

Watch the CBS feature on America's handmade economy on YouTube here.

New Harris Tweed Purses

Harris Tweed Color Block Purse This week in the studio I did some experimenting combining various Harris Tweed weaves to create a purse. This purse is also a new design measuring at approximately 14" wide, 8.5" high and 2.5" deep. Roomy enough to fit your daily essentials with a stream-lined design to fit comfortably under your arm. Harris Tweed Color Block Purse The purse above is made from Harris Tweed wool in two plain weaves and a barleycorn weave. I love the contrasting colors and textures. Back view of purses above. Harris Tweed Two Tone Bag And last but not least, a basket/tote design, using a lovely blue Harris Tweed plain weave and a Macleod check. All these new bags are now available at the Pesky Cat Designs shop. Wishing everyone a great weekend ahead!

Mitsy / ArtMind said…

You should be proud! It's true that they did choose your bags even though it only got featured one second perhaps. Must have been very exciting! :)

March 30, 2009 at 12:58 AM

Meltem said…

Wooow Elisa congratulations! I have a famous friend now! Very exciting!

March 30, 2009 at 11:08 AM

Pesky Cat Designs said…

Thank you for your sweet comments. :)

March 30, 2009 at 11:51 AM

StaroftheEast said…

Congrats on the feature! Little drops can become a lake, so they say here in Turkey, so even if it is a second, it eventually will pay off :)

March 30, 2009 at 12:51 PM