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Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Red Leather Handbag
Nice detailing, red leather, gold accents. Attached coin purse, buckles, snaps, zippers.
Antique Bag
Photo note:
A little Worse for Wear
These little round (or differently shaped, sometimes) purses were worn (for daytime wear) from the 1850s to the early 1910s. They were called "Chatelaine Purses" and hung from a clip that was attached to a ring (which itself was connected to the suspension chains.) The clip itself was clipped onto the belt of the woman's bodice.
This example is a later example, dating from about 1899-1909, constructed of leather chamois and heavy silk or cotton, and beaded with cut steel beads. The frame is silver plate. One can find very similar examples in the 1902 Sears Roebuck Catalogue selling for $3.29.
This example originally had a clip attached to the ring, and a beaded fringe of the same cut steel beads across the bottom. Perhaps these were removed later when the Chatelaine Purse fell out of favor for the handbag.
Finally, after looking through many Flickr-hosted old photos I have found at least one example of a Chatelaine Purse in use. Here http://www.flickr.com/photos/piedmont_fossil/157368508/in/pool-100_years_old/ is a later example, probably from the mid to early 1910s. Look at the lady furthest to the right.
A really great example of one of these being worn can be seen (from the group : //www.flickr.com/photos/pantufla/66249104/in/pool-100_years_old/ ), clipped to the stout woman's belt.
Handmade Cat Cigar Box Purse
This is just too cool. Not to mention the artistic photo.
Here's what the photographer has to say:
Handmade Cat Cigar Box Purse
my latest crafty creation - a handmade cigar box purse!
This is a one of a kind purse that I made as a gift for a friend - she loved it! :)
- The "Tom Cat" image I used here is from a vintage Victorian fruit crate label.
- I also used scrap-booking paper as a background for the cat design, as well as for the border of the purse.
- I painted the entire cigar box an acrylic shade of deep red
- plus black stamps of vines, and alphabet stickers that reads M - E- O - W
one letter in each corner.
- lastly, I added some sepia toned paints to 'antique' it a bit
and finshed it with a light coat of clear varnish.
*** Feedback /comments are encouraged since I just started making these cigar box purses not too long ago. This is my very first completed one. Thanks! :) ****
sorry about the glare on the cat design from the flash,
but you can still can get a good idea of how this looks.
© Jane Diamond ~ Art Mew-Vo Designs
Handmade Cat Cigar Box Purse
This is just too cool. Not to mention the artistic photo.
Here's what the photographer has to say:
Handmade Cat Cigar Box Purse
my latest crafty creation - a handmade cigar box purse!
This is a one of a kind purse that I made as a gift for a friend - she loved it! :)
- The "Tom Cat" image I used here is from a vintage Victorian fruit crate label.
- I also used scrap-booking paper as a background for the cat design, as well as for the border of the purse.
- I painted the entire cigar box an acrylic shade of deep red
- plus black stamps of vines, and alphabet stickers that reads M - E- O - W
one letter in each corner.
- lastly, I added some sepia toned paints to 'antique' it a bit
and finshed it with a light coat of clear varnish.
*** Feedback /comments are encouraged since I just started making these cigar box purses not too long ago. This is my very first completed one. Thanks! :) ****
sorry about the glare on the cat design from the flash,
but you can still can get a good idea of how this looks.
© Jane Diamond ~ Art Mew-Vo Designs
Little Bag with Handmade Buttons.
From the same artist.
Note:
blogged here:
http://elsita.typepad.com/elsita/2008/04/giveaway-little.html
Purse. 2007
So pretty, and in my colors~
Photo note:
"I made this purse dedicated to my husband and I. To learn more about the story behind it you can follow this link: elsita.typepad.com/elsita/2007/12/purse-and-bill.html "
Purse. 2007
Awhile back, I showed the front of this bag. Today I realised the person who made this also drew this wonderful pattern on the back side of it. Wow! Here is the link to learn the story behind it:
http://elsita.typepad.com/elsita/2007/12/purse-and-bill.html
Next, I'll repost the front photo of the bag. I like this person's work~
Judy Purse
Love these purse cakes -- such detail!
Photographer's note:
"inspired by the lovely purses done in Nick Lodge's classes"
www.wildcakes.ca
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Caring for Your Designer Handbag
How to Look after Your Designer Handbag
On an earlier page I described tips for actually buying a designer bag. When it costs an arm and a leg it's worth taking the time to think about caring for it.
10 Tips for Bag Care
Follow or at least consider these tips when you use your handbag. Your priority is to keep your bag looking good and stain free, yet to enjoy using it.
Look after your bag and store it in its dust bag cover or use a natural fibre soft pillowslip.
Handle your bag, especially lighter bags with clean hands.
Avoid handling the designer bag after applying beauty products, face foundations or hand creams.
If the weather is really bad and raining consider using a less special handbag.
Be careful when you visit a hairdressers with your bag, as hair products can easily splash onto handbags left on the floor at your feet. Clippings of chemically treated hair can land on the bag and leave marks.
When carrying a light coloured bag consider using pencils rather than Biros - biro can be difficult to remove. Don't use your bag as a rest to place paper and write notes. Pointed pens can leave impression tool marks through paper rested on firm leathers.
If your bag has a chain handle, store the chain inside the bag to avoid scratching the outside leather when the bag is resting.
For storage, use bubble wrap to stuff your bags as it does not attract moths in the same way as tissue paper does.
If you are doing a big weekly shop then unless you are planning to impress a prospective Mr Right, avoid taking your special bag to the supermarket! Trolleys can scratch your bag and mark it permanently, as can spillages from foodstuffs such as yoghurts, cream, dips, squashy fruit, milk and even leaking cleaning products.
For long term storage, undo strap buckles so that impressions are not created. Then if you wish to wear the strap across the body messenger style and need maximum strap length or need to shorten it to wear underarm style at a later date, this unbuckling of the straps before storage will stop areas becoming impressed and unattractive. You are reading an original fashion article written by Pauline Weston Thomas© at www.fashion-era.com ©
Baby Julia Handbag - Brown
This has a nice clean look to it.
Photo note:
"A baby version of Julia, a light over the shoulder bag. With 3 compartments inside it, two with zips and one with a hidden magnet, this is a fantastic bag for everyday. It even fits over the back of a buggy, and my sisters swear by it for a baby bag. Zip pockets on the front are great for door keys. 100% printed cotton lining, with mobile and zip pockets inside.
Get a better look at
www.Tabitha.uk.com "
Minx Handbag - Brown
Photo note: " An easy medium sized shoulder bag, with zip top, and loads of useful pockets. Sensible but stylish. "
Get a better look at
www.Tabitha.uk.com
Tattoo style designer handbags
Here's another interesting bag. The details are great.
The photographer has this to say:
"Tattoo style designer handbags -- Trendy beautiful leather handbag from designer Sophia Visconti. Quality made bags! Beautiful designs check us out at www.kates-boutique.com "
TANO flap jack
TANO designer handbags flap jack tano bag 3753 leather designer purse MORE COLORS, originally uploaded by designerbags.
More from TANO--I like this style.
I am a big messenger bag fan. I like to be able to have a long enough strap to cross over my shoulder, to evenly distribute the weight, and give my shoulder a break.
Here is a photo note:
"TANO designer handbags flap jack tano bag 3753 leather designer purse. Large leather messenger Tano bag. Measures about 14 x 13 to 14 inches with a very long adjustable strap. Fully lined interior.
To see more, visit:
http://efashionhouse.com/productdetail/10077/2/TANO-designer-handbags-flap-jack-tano-bag-3753-leather-designer-purse-MORE-COLORS
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Our time will come - (Obama) hope and art at SFMOMA
Photo link:
http://stickerobot.com/obama/
http://sfmoma.org/
Obama Mamalah for Jewish Moms Tote Bag
Photographer's note:
"Obama Mamalah for Jewish Moms Tote Bag
Jewish moms can show their support for Barack Obama by carrying this tote from Cafe Press. The design uses the official Obama logo plus my own Mamalah. Mamalah is an affectionate Yiddish word for mother. Show support for our Democratic Presidential candidate!"
Diane von Furstenberg Obama ‘08 Love Tote Bag
Diane von Furstenberg Obama ‘08 Love Tote Bag
www.nitrolicious.com/blog/2008/09/15/diane-von-furstenber...
Obama Bag
Ah--here it is:
Photo note:
"A powerful image, a powerful message -- carry a conversation of hope and change. Handmade in Burlington, Vermont. Flashbags are made from laminated images strengthened by a sandwich of eight sheets of recycled newsprint.
From www.services.bostonglobe.com "
Obama bag
In the spirit of the day~
Photo note:
"It belonged to a Vermont Representative...I don't have her card in front of me right now...but a woman she knows makes these cool bags."
Monday, January 19, 2009
Obama, The People's Choice
Couldn't resist --
Here's what the photographer has to say about the bag:
"Vintage 1960s (Enid) Collins of Texas box bag. It's a donkey - the symbol of the Democratic Party - with the title in bottom left corner "The People's Choice". I assume this dates from either the 1964 or 1968 US election? I meant to sling it onto eBay in time for a chic delegate (or even Michele Obama?!) to bid and wear it at the Democratic National Convention in Denver later this month. Seems a shame for it to be in London instead of Denver. Europe is rooting for you Obama!"
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Pink Boudoir Joey Purse
The photographer notes:
"So girly and fun - this was the last bit of fabric I had (made another purse for my teenage daughter)."
Hello Kitty Diner Purses
Again, in the line of collectible purses... amazing what's out there!
Hello Kitty Diner Purses
"This is my HK diner purse collection. The little packet of fries is my favourite but they are all cute."
Deery Lou Purses & Wallets
More collectibles:
Photographer's note:
Deery Lou Purses & Wallets
"
More Deery Lou purses and wallets. I really love all of these as I adore Deery Lou but if I had to choose I'd say the bottom right is my favourite. That one matches the 3 bags I have."
Hello Kitty Purses
This brings back memories of middle school...
The photographer notes:
Hello Kitty Purses
Some of my Hello Kitty purses that i've collected over the years. I am really loving the two middle ones in particular.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
knitted white bag
The photographer says:
knitted white bag
knitted of white handbag with bamboo handles and lavender bow, two different
cable stitshes
LXP - Fendi - Brown medium buckled Patent bag - front
I like this for the clean lines and exquisite detailing. Very crisp, very sharp.
Marc Jacobs Blake Bag Cake
I am constantly amazed at these cakes--I could seriously use this! It looks great!
Here are the notes that go with the photo:
"Marc Jacobs Blake Bag Cake
Voila! This is my sister's birthday cake. Whew! It was a labor of love, let me tell you. I wanted to cry last night when I broke the first pair of gumpaste handles. I wanted to have them stand straight up (like in the picture), but they weren't staying on- they kept slipping and eventually broke. I made another pair of handles but decided to just let them lay on the sides.
She loved it anyway and didn't hesitate to cut right into it (see next photo). I'll be posting the trials and tribulations I went through in making this cake on my blog next week.
UPDATE 10/27/08: Here's my blog entry about how I made this cake."
Amazing~
Monday, January 12, 2009
Red Tie Purse
Love this. My daughter and I were in Pioneer Square in Seattle, and found a little boutique that sold recycled tie skirts, and loved them. Here's a great bag after the same idea.
Here is the photographer's note;
Red Tie Purse
I love my tie purses! They are made from recycled ties!.... check out my shop for more information!
art2theextreme
Minx Peekaboo Mini Crossbody handbag
Hello Betty Shop - Minx Peekaboo Mini Crossbody handbag purse in Red Vintage Patent Leather, originally uploaded by hello betty shop.
Okay--this is cute. Great look, and it looks like a nice long strap to go over the shoulder.
Photo note:
Minx Peekaboo Mini crossbody handbag purse in red vintage patent leather at HelloBettyShop.com.
Black & Red purse belly button ring
Photographer's note:
Silver belly button ring with a black and red purse charm on the end. 316L surgical steel.
discountfashion.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=3470744
LOWE VALENTINI Handbags Collection
Here's a flashy little number for those who love glitter--
Photo note:
LOWE VALENTINI Super Luxury Handbags. For more Information:
www.loewevalentini.com
www.bvddesignstudio.com
contact@bvddesignstudio.com
SATIN QUILTED EVENING BAG
Another red beauty, great for evening.
Photographer's note:
SATIN QUILTED EVENING BAG
# Satin Quilted W/ Bow Evening Purses Top flap w/ magnetic snap closure
# One large compartment
# Fully lined
# Measures: 8"W x 4"H x 2.5"D
VELVET BEADED EVENING BAG
By now, you know I love red.
Photo note:
VELVET BEADED EVENING BAG
A classic look is captured in this evening bag that has a very clean design. This classic evening bag features rhinestone embellishes in front on a satin matching handle
* Tuck away should cord.
* Satin lining
Dimension:
6.5"W × 4.5"H × 2.5"D
Evening peacock handbag
Wow, this one is stunning.
Photographer's note:
Evening peacock handbag
This handbag is all crocheted in metallic colors, brown, copper, gold, with topaz beads with ab finish.
The peacock is another stunning handpainted creation by norakaren.
Great to enhance that little black dress :-)
EVENING FASHION
Going out somewhere special? Need a little flash? This is a gorgeous little bag (note the red color!)
Photographer's note:
EVENING FASHION
Beaded handbag
evening rhinestone necklace
Uploaded by MARK 1 HANDBAGS
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Pink Cow Print Shoulder Handbag
Another cute set~
Photo note:
Pink Cow Print Shoulder Handbag
Too cute brown cow print shoulder handbag with pink edging on the bottom & handles. Includes matching wallet. Buy directly from the manufacturer and save money! discountfashion.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=3467485
Red Hot Cow Print Hobo Handbag
This is for a friend who loves cow prints~
Photographer's notes:
Red Hot Cow Print Hobo Handbag
This brown and white shoulder handbag in cow print is HOT! Its red edging on the bottom & on the handles makes this too much fun not to have! Includes matching wallet Buy directly from the manufacturer and save money! discountfashion.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=3467488
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Chanel Flag Bag
Since we've recently taken at look at London's street scene, here's a Bag to Go With.
The photographer says, "gorgeous bag seen on Keira Knightley." That's good enough for us.