The Decorated Bag: Creating Designer Handbags, Purses, and Totes Using Embellishments - Softcover

Sterbenz, Genevieve A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 158011296X ISBN 13: 9781580112963

Publisher: Home Arts, 2006

Synopsis

The Decorated Bag is a fun, stylish collection of 25 “must-have” bags inspired by the look of designer originals. Shown in full-page color photographs, purses, envelopes, totes, and shoulder bags are accompanied by simple, step-by-step directions. Most of the designs are created by embellishing inexpensive store-bought bags, but patterns for sewing four popular styles are also included. From a velvet purse with a faux leopard lining and shimmering rhinestones to a casual knitted tote decorated with vintage buttons, The Decorated Bag presents an array of stylish bags for every occasion.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

The Decorated Bag: Embellishing Handbags, Purses, and Totes

The Decorated Bag is the quintessential guide to decorating gorgeous and practical bags for every occasion–from a velvet purse encrusted with crystals and lined with faux fur, to a casual tote covered in a profusion of buttons.

· 50 original designs for stunning decorated bags, inspired by designer originals.

· Clear step-by-step directions to make each fashionable bag, suited to all skill levels, especially the beginner.

· Over 175 beautiful images, art, patterns, and photographs that show every dazzling bag and the way to achieve the same results.

About the Author:

Genevieve A. Sterbenz is the author of seven books in the home decorating and craft fields, among them Pottery Barn Design Library: Storage and Display and Instant Gratification: Cards. Genevieve is a frequent contributor to shelter magazines, and can be seen on national television presenting unique lifestyle and decorating concepts. She lives in New York City.

About this edition

• Publisher: Home Arts
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 158011296X
• ISBN 13: 9781580112963
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 143