MatthewD Report post Posted July 4, 2007 I am going to attempt to make a purse for my wife but I am lost on where to start. I would figure I would need a pattern to work by but does anyone have any suggestions on where to find some? or any help would be more than welcome Thanks Matt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Johanna Report post Posted July 4, 2007 Step one would be to ask the wife exactly what she wants in a purse, what features she would find handy (pocket for cell phone, ring for keys, zippered compartments etc) then ask if she wants to carry the purse by a handle or straps or both etc... Get her input on where to beigin, and she'll reward you with using the purse when it's done. Johanna Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Regis Report post Posted July 4, 2007 Step one would be to ask the wife exactly what she wants in a purse, what features she would find handy (pocket for cell phone, ring for keys, zippered compartments etc) then ask if she wants to carry the purse by a handle or straps or both etc... Get her input on where to beigin, and she'll reward you with using the purse when it's done.Johanna Although, failure to do so does create future garage sale items!! Personal observation! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Major Report post Posted July 5, 2007 For patterns, you might want to look at your local fabric store. They have many patterns which can easily be adapted for use with leather. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MatthewD Report post Posted July 5, 2007 Thanks for the help. I have been asking her what she wants in a purse... not getting too many answers and Major I will take a look an see what I can find Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beaverslayer Report post Posted July 5, 2007 Major, If she has a purse that she uses every day now, you can design it around that one. This way she will most likely use it. I know from experience that women are very particular about the purses they are willing to carry. Ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites