In my recent post, Sew Faux, I shared my handmade faux leather A-line skirt. I l-o-v-e-d the softness and texture of the faux leather. I l-o-v-e-d it so much that I had to make something from the left over fabric. So, I created a simple yet stylish clutch that can be used season after season.
I came up with a design in my head and created a pattern. Instead of an envelope style flap I opted for a stylish curve. This softened the square clutch and made it a bit more contemporary. To add a bit of colorful detail, I chose to outline the clutch with a wide decorative stitch in a multi-colored thread.
More color! More detail! I used a stencil, exacto knife, colorful fabric, fusible interfacing, iron and my sewing machine to create this fun motif and wrist strap.
The lining is colorful, of course, and includes a couple of handy pockets.
And what did I do with the lil’ bit of fabric I had left over after making the clutch? I made a mini clutch. I outlined it in the same fashion as the large clutch but this time added 3-dimensional detail by sewing on the butterfly previously cut out.
Suprise! Vibrant print lines this lil’ beauty too. And the wrist straps are interchangeable.
There you have it!
Easy & Affordable Style for :: $15
Lovely!!!
Thank you! I am anxiously waiting to make some more. I just need some more hours in the day
Paula
You are welll too creative!
I’m very impressed and wondering if you are going to open an esty shop to sell these bags?
Cheers,
Laura
Why thank you Laura! Creativity runs in my genes.
Right now I am designing and creating garments and accessories for myself and as practice. But a retail line is part of my future plans.
Paula
Cool!
Please let me know when you get to that point.
I’m pretty sure that I will be a frequent customer!
Cheers,
Laura
Well now, that inspires me! Thank you Laura!
Paula