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.
Oops…..just found the link to the pattern. Can;t wait to make it. Thanks.
Can someone give me a link to the pattern for the clutch purses? Would so appreciate it. Can’t seem to find. Thanks.
Kudos on your tutorial skills! This video is amazing. I am curious if you have an awesome resource for the clasps. Thanks!
Im excited to try this pattern! I signed up for the fabric swap. I also wanted to ask the professor if she could make an alternate pattern for a double pocket that would use this clasp http://shop.factoryguy.com/15cm-nickel-silver-double-frame-clutch-purse-frame-a-p-213.html
Thanks!
I don’t know what to say about this great video it’s so detailed and useful …………Thank you you are so kind
Thank you for this free pattern. I love the front folded aspects and sewn flowers.
I looked at your video and found it excellent in showing exactly what to do!! I tried to make my own pattern from another source and I did sew it, but the top/ open edges did not come out even so I could sew it into the frame. 🙁
I’ll try your way.
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Thank you! I transferred the pattern again adding 1/4 inch around it hoping that would help. So far so good. I am going to reprint the pattern and make sure I check the do not scale box and see if that is what happened. I actualy found the same frame that was used at JoAnn’s and I really hope it works this time because I LOVE that frame!
Hi Kimberly,
I double checked the printable pattern with the original and it is pretty exact. My guess on some possible things that went wrong are. Your printer scaled it, on the settings when printing there should be a do not scale checkbox or option. Possibly when you did the accent folds they might not have been exact. Also maybe your frame is just slightly bigger. Those are my guesses, but anyways I see you uploaded your purse to the members showcase and it looks great. If you try another, let me know if you run into the same issue taking the above suggestions into account.