I really love this purse. I think the main reason is because when I look at it, I don't see homemade. Instead, I just see classic, chic, and elegant. When I created this framed clutch, I knew that I wanted to keep my design as simple and clean as possible. I really wanted to show off this lovely fabric, which is a handwoven silk fabric from a village in Thailand. I have never worked with this fabric before and, as I had a limited supply of it, so I was nervous about squandering my opportunity. Luckily, it all worked out, and with the purse frame attached, the results were fantastic. The fabric was a solid color with some texture to it, so my idea was to use a series of folds to create a design. I added the embroidered flowers, using a detached chain stitch, to add a pop of color which matched my lining, and it all came together in one elegant clutch. In fact, I liked it so much, I turned around and quickly made another one.
If the purse frame, makes you think this is a complicating purse to create, let me assure you that it's really not. Once you see how really simple it is to create this look, you'll be pleasantly surprised on how quickly it all comes together. You don't need to be a proficient sewer in order for yours to look like mine. And since this clutch isn't very big, you don't need much fabric to create it. You can get the purse frame for under $10 from your local craft store or online. I think this purse would make a nice gift for a friend or even a bridal party.
I offer a special thanks to Thai Silk Magic for letting me use their beautiful fabric. The silk really was a joy to work with and I loved creating these two very elegant yet distinctive looking framed clutches. Now I just need a sophisticated place to show them off.
I tried this but the top came out smaller than the clutch piece. I think my printer may have shrunk the image! I still finished the clutch by making the top fit a smaller frame. I made it for my sister who is deathly afraid of purses and all things girly. I added 1/4 inch around the whole pattern and I hope this next one will be right.
Lovely fabric! Can’t wait to try this pattern out.
Very Nice fabric, I will do some nice belts 🙂
I’ve been sewing for only about year, I’ve done more reading than actual sewing unfortunately! I’d love to try my hand at this clutch!
sweet and adorable! thanks for posting a tutorial that is easy to follow but also gives you ideas on how to make it unique as well.uns
Thank you for hosting this giveaway. I have been dying to make a silk skirt, so this giveaway is perfect for me.
this is really cute. I like the fact it’s lined with a contrasting fabric. If I practice my sewing enough maybe I’ll be able to make this by the time I have a wedding to go to in a few months 🙂
Too cute!! It’s on my “to-make” list!
I would make a headband with it.
I’d give it to my sister in law. She’s amazingly creative and could make some amazing things with it. And I know it would make her happy 🙂