Metallics & Microsuede Fabrics In My Stash

Updated 10/11/14:  I just added MS 14 - Brown Alligator (faux, of course!)

I think metallic and micro-suede fabrics add that little extra to fabrics such as furs (not to mention the cool animal and snake prints)....and here's what I have in my stash:

Check out this PORANGE fur purse I made with the Python Gitter (M12 above) and orange faux fur!

Orange and Purple faux fur purse in my Faux Fur shop

Metallic Pearl Strings in my Stock

It always surprises me when I actually inventory my stuff.  They don't call me a magpie for nuthin!  Aren't these pretty colors?  I use these pearls on these bridesmaids heart, and initial clutches among others.

Sequin Fabrics in Stock

Here are the sequin fabrics I have in stock and here are some purses and pouches I use them on:

Metallics Rule

Metallic fabrics seem to be all over the place in Las Vegas.  I love the textured metallics, like this quilted one.

I can easily see this fabric used in several projects (all purse related, of course):  Like the body of an owl, or coupled with a flat fabric to give it more umph this is cross fabric example.

Plus, there's an added consideration with this cross fabric.  It's white, which means dirt.  So if I were to use this, I'd use it sparingly, and make sure it was in the part of the purse that would generate the least traffic.  Here's the two fabrics side by side and I love the contrast!

Here's a fabric I love that looks like it has an impressionistic painting. See the burnished metallic gold to the left of the brunette?  It's not loud, mind you, but it takes the fabric from okay to cool!

This above is an example of a fabric that's so rich, it needs to have another fabric to tone it down, to bring out its beauty.  And because this fabric has metallic gold in it already, I think the following spotted metallic would look really cool as a border.

We're getting there---but now I think we need a solid.  hmmmm.

Of course!  Look how cool it is to sew all three fabrics together (I love Powerpoint).  What a great way to bring out the beauty of this painting fabric!

What are your ideas for this painting fabric?

My Favorite !Bling! of all Time (number 4 of 5)

I think this trim bling is so cool! Not only is it pretty, but I took apart an entire vintage dress to get the colorful trim in the middle of the purse and the gold ball trim that is sewn vertically on the bag.

I think I like this so much because it has so much character...and I love the fact that no one will ever have a purse quite like this.

https://www.etsy.com/transaction/63045058



Favorite blings so far:

My Favorite Bling of All Time #3

My Favorite Bling of All Time #2

My Favorite Bling of All Time #1

My Favorite !Bling! of all Time (number 3 of 5)

This combination fabric and beads was one of the most popular photos and I think we'd ever taken--The colors remind me of a sunset, or a pretty "beach" drink.

And I think it's so cool that I didn't buy the beads and the fabric together, but look how perfect they meld.



My favorite blings so far:


My Favorite Bling of All Time #2

My Favorite Bling of All Time #1

My Favorite !Bling! of All Time (Number 2 of 5)

This is one of the cutest bags I've ever made and it's that bling thing. I mean, look at it!



I bought this necklace years ago and one day I noticed how well it went with this fabric.

Not only are the beads cute, but there's these wonderful animal cutouts that I sewed on either side of the purse. The other great thing about these beads are they are lightweight, so the purse doesn't fall.

Isn't this the custest?



Previous Favorite blings:

My Favorite Bling of All Time #1

Buyer Appreciation - Thanks, Candace!

I made a purse that I called the Royal Ohm Purse...I put a lot of thought and care into it and I truly loved that purse. I had hand-embroidered the ohm symbol, and sewed many semi-precious stones on the front and back. Well, a lovely lady recently purchased it, and she sent me wonderful photos which she said I could share.

She sent me an email that really touched and flattered me and I know she will take great care of the Royal Ohm Purse. Namaste, Candace!

An Incredible Gift!

I had a lovely weekend at a gathering of friends I hadn't seen for a while.

What a pleasant surprise, one of them brought mounds of scarves, many of which were made in India.

I was so excited! I chose a emerald green one, with shiny silver embroidery and sequins; a red, blue, tan, yellow scarf with elephants and a lovely border; and an incredibly vivid aqua scarf among others.

Some of these I will make into incredibly unique bags, I can't wait!

This bag reminds me of springtime and St. Patrick's Day!

I fell in love with this fabric combination as soon as I matched it up!

Such a pretty kelly green color, and lovely leaves and flowers with gold intertwined all through the fabric. I used a lovely faux leather for the handle, it's a pretty caramel brown and blends perfectly with the caramel in the main body of the purse.

And of course, what would this purse be without a gorgeous metal button with a kelly green center?

Love, love, love!

https://www.etsy.com/transaction/81203135

The Most Beautiful Button in the World (to me)

The most beautiful button in the world to me (as you must expect) is flashy, bright, noticeable, ostentatious, colorful and big.

Not surprising, uhmmm?

Well, I had this lovely, large button for a while and I kept trying to match it up. It's funny, but you can choose a piece of fabric this is the exact colors of a button, and it can look horrible together.

I can't explain it, but I get a kind of !ping! in my head when a combination looks right. The other night, I finally matched up a humdinger of a combo and I wanted to share it with you.

Thanks for paying attention to my blather. I've had fun. :)


http://www.etsy.com/listing/66389117/cozy-bag-bohemian-rainbow

I love this purse

African Queen Handbag

Yes, I do say that about every purse, but this is my favorite so far (until I make another purse). I absolutely love the bright colors and the unusual color combination of pink and green. I love the gold accents and I love the African queen symbols.

The fabrics used are cotton and the semi-precious stones are onyx and aventurine with a bit of

Swarovski crystals mixed in. I love the stone groupings on the front over the leaves in the gold square.

You will feel like a queen wearing this purse.

New Ohm Purse

Very close to finishing the Ohm purse. It is so wonderful...I've never seen anything like it...all the semi-precious beads are hand sewn, the Ohm symbol is hand embroidered (that was a feat in itself) and some of the trim is from a vintage 1970's gown. Like with all my purses, I fallen in love with this one.

Can't wait to download pictures of this one!