This chic upcycled leather evening purse is all glitz and glamour!
I've had this antique style kisslock frame forever, but couldn't decide what type of bag to attach it to - until I cleaned out my closet and re-discovered the long, black 30s style gown that had been hanging there for ages and that I have only worn once. Inspiration struck!
I drew a couple of sketches, settled on an old-fashioned round shape and drafted the pattern. The purse is made from genuine leather cut from a skirt sample. It's small, but the rounded shape helps to 'expand' the interior - enough to fit lipstick, powder, mobile phone and some cash easily. The front is adorned with a glittery butterfly and it has a short detachable chain.
Hmm...with a formal dinner coming up in two months I think I just might slip on that black dress and accessorize it with this purse...
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very elegant bag Duni... I know it will compliment with your black dress...
ReplyDeleteVery pretty. Your inspiration payed off well. That will be a fabulous match with your black dress
ReplyDeleteThat purse is absolutely gorgeous! I'm not a butterfly gal, but it looks perfect there and goes well with it. :)
ReplyDeleteWow, Duni...that is so cute! I love the old fashioned shape and frame :)
ReplyDeleteLooks great. I had a bag similar to this for years. It had belonged to my mom and I liked to play with it. I wonder what happened to it....
ReplyDeleteThis is a lovely purse Duni... the intricate designs on the kisslock frame is very pretty. My mom used to have a kisslock purse thingy.. i think its still in her cupboard. Maybe if i find it again, i'll take a picture and show you :)
ReplyDeletei am sure you'll look stunning in the gown with this purse two months from now :) have a wonderful weekend ahead.
You made that? Wow! That's gorgeous! It's going to be perfect for your dinner - I hope we get photos!
ReplyDeleteThat is a marvelous purse!
ReplyDeleteI love it! I bet you are going to look stunning in this outfit :) Photos please!
ReplyDeleteOh wow. This is perfect for that formal dinner. You are going to be the envy of all the ladies there. I love the vintage look of that purse. It is absolutely classy
ReplyDeleteDuni, this is so pretty and elegant. I had one similar, years ago but without the butterfly. The butterfly gives it that extra charm and softness.
ReplyDeleteThe little butterfly added the beauty of the purse.
ReplyDeleteI am a butterfly gal. I love that purse. Since I don't go out much, I would use it daily!
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