Introducing.....The Cheerleader.

A few weeks ago I was contacted by a super cool girl (K) that wanted me to make her a custom alphastar bag using a very sentimental Red Wings hockey jersey.  We got to talking and met up to discuss - and because I love a challenge, I went for it.  She also wanted me to make one for her future sister-in-law (A).  The rules?  Only use the jersey material for the bags, do not include the name plates on the bags but keep the big Red Wings logos intact.

Funny stuff because I am so NOT a sports fan.  Well, maybe a little X-Games or Dew Tour but not your mainstream stuff.  I can't even come close to pronouncing the last names emblazoned on these jerseys!!  But again, I love a challenge.

Here is what I had to start with:

And here is part of the process:

Here is bag #1 (Federov):

front of bag





back of bag



Bag #2 (Datsyuk):

front of bag

back of bag

Both bags feature a large inside pocket with magnetic clasp, a large diagnonal front pocket, a back pocket and a cross-body strap.  I decided to make a little "wallet" to go with them - this time utilizing the name plates:

From what I can tell, they loved their custom alphastar bags!  That is so exciting.  There is nothing I like more than to collaborate with someone and make something one-of-a-kind - especially using a sentimental item.

So, I am adding this to my "Custom" services - figured there are probably some sports Moms or crazy sports nuts out there that might want a bag with their kid's old jersey - or something to go show off your awesome alphastar style at the game!

cheers! A★