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I finished my 'Fendi' color block fold-over clutch over the weekend - and I really, really l o v e it! Everything went well on this project, maybe because I took my time for a change. All the leather parts were hand-sewn. I particularly like the off-setting 'Rose Jaipur' leather piping - I happen to have peep-toe high heel sandals in the exact same color! Unlike fabric piping often, the leather piping was extremely easy to make and work with. Inside the clutch there's a fabric lining, with a zippered pocket. This is perhaps the only detail I'm not entirely happy with. It turns out I put it in too low, which makes it a little deep and hard to reach. The clutch closes with a magnetic snap. In case you were wondering, all leather used is scrap 'Hermes' leather which I buy in bulk at a local retailer. I got my inspiration here . For more bag inspiration check out my board on Pinterest.

    A glimpse on a new project I'm currently working on. In Fendi SS13 colors, sort of. All hand sewn. So far, it's been progressing just the way I wanted, with not too many surprises or difficulties. Let's hope I can keep it that way. In the meantime, we're spending the better part of our school break inside thanks to the lovely weather. It snowed the entire day yesterday which is rather exceptional at this time of the year in this part of the world. The bad weather has even made us come back home earlier from our trip to the seaside. People are desperate for a little sun and warmer temperatures... Oh, Spring, please don't make us wait much longer... xo, P.

First of all, thanks for your comments, both online and offline, on my previous post! I really appreciated your suggestions. A strap would definitely make more sense if I want to get more use out of my bag. But, for now, I guess I'll leave it as it is. Until I'm absolutely sure. I really like the way it looks now, so better safe than sorry... for now... There's been more leather works going on here. I made these yesterday afternoon. The same as the previous set I made - they're all gone so I wanted to stock up on them again. All four are hand sewn. I really got the hang of it. As a matter of fact I find it less stressful than sewing on the machine, as you only get one chance with leather...  I added a little bit of 'peps' this time, by painting a neon stripe on the white ones and a silver one on the blue and coffee ones. They'll be available in my Etsy shop later on this week. Wishing you a great week!