I've been making cosmetic bags for quite a few years now, using various materials. What I've found to be the easiest to work with are the Asian silk-rayon blends, imported from China. The inside of the bag is lined in vinyl and the zipper has a tassel pull. These are just a sampling of the Asian prints available.
Below is the small size Signature Line handbag made out of an Asian silk. These handbags are fully lined with a firm bottom, one or two zippered pockets with tassel pulls, and a magnetic snap closure. Straps are long enough to put the bag over your shoulder.
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Hi Betsy,
Years ago, Nordstrom carried a line of attractive, high-end cosmetic bags. I'd buy half a dozen, just to have on hand, in case I needed a quick gift and of course, they're perfect for as as Christmas/Hanukkah gifts. As I recall the bags retailed @ $48.00 each. I loved them and since I haven't been able to find them, started making them myself. I also love your small size Signature Line handbag. Do you add small metal "feet" on the bottom outside? I understand it stands up, due to the firm (reinforced bottom) but have you thought about adding metal accents?
I love your fabrics, they remind me of the photo albums from Gumps - covered in a variety of silk from the traditional Japanese obi.
I'm off to make some Hanukkah/Christmas/birthday gifts. I just wish I had your imagination and visual genius in selecting fabric.
Thank you Suzi,
I'd love to be able to charge that much for my cosmetic bags, lol, I'm just not Nordstrom's....yet! :D
Often it is an "instant knowing" when I first see a fabric that it will work as a handbag, specifically with the design/style that I make.
I can put "feet" on a bag, but then it would raise the price significantly.
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