Ian Report post Posted September 20, 2009 My sister came up from N. Carolina for a visit. I was showing her some of my stuff. She said "Oooh can you make me a handbag?" Without thinking I said "of course". Then I had to figure out how. After playing with cardboard for a few hours, this is what I came up with. I started at 9 this morning, and it's 9.30pm now, and just got done. I still need to make a strap - just got to figure out how long to make it. I'm quite happy with the result, even though it's more of a construction exersize than leatherwork. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CitizenKate Report post Posted September 20, 2009 Well, you should be happy with it. That is one sweet bag! The lining and seams all look very professional, and style-wise I wouldn't be able to tell it from a designer bag. Nice work!!! Kate Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tonyc1 Report post Posted September 20, 2009 I reckon it looks great! Tony. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Storm Report post Posted September 20, 2009 Nice one Ian! I think that it looks pro on all counts and the design is really cool. I am sure your sister's going to love it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BradB Report post Posted September 20, 2009 Great job! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jordan Report post Posted September 20, 2009 Better watch out you will be making a living off those construction excersizes. One good thing is you will only need to make one a month, the prices for one off handbags the Diva's are paying are astronomical LOL. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UKRay Report post Posted September 20, 2009 Great looking bag and really nicely made. What sewing machine did you use? Ray Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MADMAX22 Report post Posted September 20, 2009 Real nice looking bag, looks like it will be pretty comfy and easy to carry. My suggestion would be do a adjustable strap, not that woman like to change there minds or anything ...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian Report post Posted September 20, 2009 Thanks everyone Ray, I used my Consew 206RB Jordan, I'm not ready to go into the handbag business yet - I like my regular customers too much to take the plunge into trying to make Divas happy. Max, it will have some adjustment - the 1 1/2 inch billets have the adjustment, and taper down to an inch strap. I'm going to run it over to a friends house today - his wife has a bunch of those stupidly expensive bags, so I'll have something to compare with. Actually, I wish I'd done that first before the trial and error. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rdb Report post Posted September 21, 2009 Amazing! To pull that off from design to construction in one day shows just awesome skill. Congratulations. You'll be suprised at those designer bags, most aren't much better than any imported bags. The leather and hardware is cool, but the actual bags, meh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clairmullin Report post Posted September 24, 2009 Nice Work! I know what you mean about wishing you hadn't said you would do it though. My mouth just said "Sure I can make you a dog harness"...........stupid mouth.............. I really like you hand bag, hope you have a great day! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hidepounder Report post Posted September 24, 2009 Really nice job, Ian! Bobby Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
badLoveLeather Report post Posted November 1, 2009 Every time I open my mouth in this particular context i make money. Grant it shes yer sister but what you produced is excellent. I'm sure the next few will go quicker and could make you some good money in the right circles. The bag looks great! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
particle Report post Posted November 2, 2009 VERY nice!! And to think, I sold my Consew 206RB nearly a year ago because I didn't figure I'd need it anymore. Oops! I'm certainly impressed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
landm42006 Report post Posted March 16, 2011 WOW! What took you twelve hours would have taken me twelve lifetimes! THat is nice. You have the gift of creativity. Very nice bag. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
