Friday, October 26, 2012

I Would Like to Introduce you to Heather. My Newest Leather Sewn Bag



The bag came out really nice.  I initially thought I would embellish it with some studs, etc.  But the leather itself is a soft buttery leather, with a dull shine, so I just decided to use a large brass ring and Lobster Claw for my embellishment and keep it simple.  If I want to jazz it up I can add scarves or a a chain.  But if I am wearing jeans and a blazer, it will work too.  I added two drop pockets for cellphone and an ink pen as well as my little lotion bottle.  I also inserted a zipper pocket.  Every purse need a pocket to hide your little unmentionables. 
 
My Janome 6600p is a workhorse, and I used a denim needle but I still ran into some deep sewing around the shoulder straps were I had to tread lightly so as to not break the needle.  All in all it came out beautifully if I do say so myself.  
 
 
 

I am pretty impressed with the final product, and I can't wait to stuff it full of my crap and hit the streets.

6 comments :

  1. A sister that does handbags...you are a force NOT to be reckon with, LOL :) I LIKE the bag!!!

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    1. Thanks so much MAD14kt. I love sewing bags, its very rewarding.

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  2. Love it... Love the color and shape.

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    1. Thanks Sheila. It came out even better than I expected it too. I got a couple more on the drawing board.

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  3. Oh WOW! I love it! You've got skills.

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    1. Thanks Lisa. I really enjoy making bags, though I do not get the opportunity as much as I like.

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