A Cute Clutch Find From An Unexpected Place

Around Christmas I shared the Junk Gypsy Bohemian Geo Cuff Sheet Set that I received from Pottery Barn Teen.  But what I didn’t tell you was this wasn’t the only thing I received from PB.  They also sent me this adorable suede clutch.

Junk Gypsy Wanderer Fringe Pouch from Pottery Barn Teen

The Wanderer Fringe Pouch is also part of the Junky Gypsy collection designed by sisters Amie and Jolie Sikes, affectionately known as the Junk Gypsies.  In true Junk Gypsy style, this pouch has a fun, whimsical and bohemian vibe.

There are so many things I love about this pouch, starting with the super soft 100% suede leather fabric.  It feels like butter to the touch and is a high quality grade of leather. I know a lot about leather products from my years of buying and sourcing for Eddie Bauer.

Junk Gypsy Wanderer Fringe Pouch from Pottery Barn Teen

The other thing I love about this bag is the fringe detail and tassel zipper pull.  How did PB know my love for tassels runs deep?

When it comes to handbags, I always look for special details that give a bag pizzazz and the fringe + tassel do that to this simple clutch.

Junk Gypsy Wanderer Fringe Pouch from Pottery Barn Teen

There are not pockets on the inside of the pouch but that’s ok because it forces me to keep the contents light.

Junk Gypsy Wanderer Fringe Pouch from Pottery Barn Teen

I’ve so enjoyed pairing this bag with jeans and sweaters this winter and it’s going to be the perfect accessory for a cowboy themed birthday party we’re going to in a few weeks.

Junk Gypsy Wanderer Fringe Pouch from Pottery Barn TeenIf you love backpacks, there’s also a Wandered Fringe Backpack  which is the perfect hands free bag for a weekend of shopping.  And both the pouch and backpack are currently on sale!

There are so many great items in the Junk Gypsy for Pottery Barn Teen collection.  You can check out all of the items here.

disclaimer:  Pottery Barn Teen sent me this product in exchange for a review.  Pottery Barn and Pottery Barn Teen are two of my go-to sources for stylish and affordable decor and gift items. I am happy to partner with them in sharing some of the products I love. All text, images and opinions are my own.

Creating a Stylish Clutch from the Craft Store

Ok, so we all know I love handbags and clutches have a special place in my heart.  A couple of week ago I was wandering around Hobby Lobby and came across their “blanks” section.  This is the area of the store where they have plain t-shirts, canvas bags, baseball caps and other items that you can embellish, paint or do whatever crafting magic you want on them.

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I came across this grey felt clutch and was inspired to create a clutch based on one of my favorite designer handbag lines.
This was the inspiration ($173.00)…..

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And this is my finished clutch!

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How to:
I purchased a band of black textured fabric from JoAnn’s and measured it to a 3 1/2 inch width.  I folded the edges under and used black stitch witchery to secure them down.
Once that was done I wrapped the black fabric around the clutch starting at the under side of the front flap, around the back and on the inside front of the clutch.  I used dabs of hot glue along the edge of the black fabric to secure it in place.
Next I took a length of green grosgrain ribbon and centered it on top of the black fabric.  Again I used hot glue to hold the edges down.
Next I added silver corner pieces to my clutch, attached with E6000 glue.
To add the finishing touch to my clutch I found a vintage black tassel earring in my jewelry supply chest and took it apart.  I placed the round piece of the earring on the front flap of the clutch and stitched the tassel part to the top corner.
All in all my designer inspired clutch cost me less than $ 9.00!
Here’s the breakdown:
Grey Felt Pouch $ 4.99 less 40%=$2.99
Black Fabric $2.50 from JoAnn’s
Green Grosgrain Ribbon–from my stash.  You can find grosgrain ribbon at Hobby Lobby for $2.99 less 40% if you have a coupon.
Silver corner protectors $1.69 for pkg. 8  available from Articuss Studio
Vintage Tassel Earring–$ 0.50 found thrifting
 
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Style on a budget.  My favorite kind of fashion!
 
Shelly

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