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Sewing: Faux Chenille Shoulder Bag
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Faux Chenille Shoulder Bag

soft and supple

soft and supple
cord attached to sides
inside lined with silk
hand-made fabric
beaded tassel on front
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Category: Sewing

Type of item: Accessory

For: Women

Style: Funky, Victorian / Steampunk, Hipster, Eco-Friendly, Retro / Vintage


Materials

This soft and supple purse is fashioned from fabric I created by manipulating 5 layers earth-toned rayon upcycled from thrift store finds, lined with upcycled black silk. The shoulder strap and decorative bead/tassel embellishment were purchased new. The top opening has a hidden closure system (made from a carpenters measuring tape!) that softly snaps shut. Inside is about 8.5 by 8.5 and the outside finished size is about 9 by 9. Truly one of a kind!

What was your inspiration?

Too many beautiful fabrics are discarded, but they are rediscovered by me when I go thrift shopping! I love the faux chenille technique, it's such a unique way to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind fabrics!

What are you most proud of?

I'm most proud that I finished this! :) So many of my projects become "UFOs" and I also love the way this turned out.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Don't try to make it perfect...the beauty is in the irregularities!

 

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Pam Sews on craftsy.com
Feb 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I love this, nice job!
BrightIdeas on craftsy.com
Feb 29, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you, Pam!