100 Purses to Knit & Crochet

100 Purses to Knit & Crochet
Author: Jean Leinhauser
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2006
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781402733482

Purses, totes, backpacks, duffles, carry-alls -- every bag imaginable can be found in this collection of 100 great knit and crochet projects.

Pretty Little Purses and Pouches

Pretty Little Purses and Pouches
Author: Valerie Van Arsdale Shrader
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2008
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781600592140

With their charming, simply irresistible projects, the Pretty Little series has made a huge splash with crafters. And this newest entry is sure to become one of the biggest hits ever, because every woman knows that you just can’t have too many darling, stylish purses! These 30 clever and adorable little carryalls range from cute cell phone cases and wallets to daytime purses and glam evening bags. They come from a pool of wildly creative designers, and showcase the latest trends in fabric, design, and embellishment: every one is unique, colorful, modern, and playfully feminine. Who wouldn’t love the sweet heart-covered pouch with a smiling face on the front, plus tiny felted hands and feet? Or the bold and bright petite wool tote that sports a bouquet of felt flowers? And that’s just the beginning of the crafting fun, because there’s so much more, including a vintage linen clutch featuring a pretty ruched front. Of course, as always, the entire book looks as stunning as the individual projects, with beautiful color photos throughout, plus patterns and templates.

A Passion for Purses

A Passion for Purses
Author: Paula Higgins
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780764326172

The passionate history, art, and design of over 500 antique, vintage, and contemporary purses were chosen from private collections and from Cora Ginsburg LLC, the premier dealer of antique textiles and costume in the United States. Many have never been published before, providing a fresh resource for collectors. Chapters cover the history of purses and every major style made as well as unique and very rare examples. Each caption provides detailed descriptions and current values, and the extensive bibliography gives many resources for further reading.

Fashion Bags and Purses

Fashion Bags and Purses
Author: Christina Brodie
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2009-05-15
Genre: Design
ISBN: 0713688696

Make your own unique and stylish bags, from vintage silk evening purses to funky painted canvas shoppers for the market.

Making Leather Purses & Totes

Making Leather Purses & Totes
Author: Lisa Galvin
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2006-08
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781402740602

From casual totes to stylish clutches, this compilation offers an irresistible assortment of chic leather projects. The simplicity of the techniques adds to its appeal; even novices can easily make each bag. Photos of the purses in each phase of construction, plus images of the finished items, provide guidance on working with this supple and durable material. Discover a variety of ways to tool, brand, punch, cut, stitch, glue, and embellish leather, and see how to add hardware, such as clasps and latches. Anyone would proudly show off the fringed Cell Phone Bag, Suede Hip Purse, and Alligator Grain Cowhide Handbag. A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.

The Purse Clasp Book

The Purse Clasp Book
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2017-09
Genre: Coin purses
ISBN: 9781940552347

Are you curious about using metal purse frames to create cute, boutique-style coin purses and handbags, but find yourself intimated about working with metal hardware? Then The Purse Clasp Book is for you!With a color step-by-step photo guide, you'll learn just how easy it is to install a metal purse frame and create a beautiful, professional-looking bag. Use your newly acquired skills to stitch up any of the 14 unique designs. These sweet and simple coin purses, pouches, purses, and tote bags make excellent gifts for friends, family, co-workers, and teachers. In fact, most projects can be completed in just a few hours.The best part is that this kit includes two high-quality metal clasps so you can get started straight away. Just pick out your fabric, thread your sewing machine, and you'll have a beautiful bag in no time!

I Love My Purse

I Love My Purse
Author: Belle DeMont
Publisher: Annick Press
Total Pages:
Release: 2017-09-12
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1554519551

Charlie loves the bright red purse that his grandmother let him have. One day, he decides to take it to school. First his father, then his friends, and even the crossing guard question him about his “strange” choice. After all, boys don’t carry purses. They point out that they, too, have things they like, but that doesn’t mean they go out in public wearing them. But Charlie isn’t deterred. Before long, his unselfconscious determination to carry a purse starts to affect those around him. His father puts on his favorite, though unconventional, Hawaiian shirt to go to work; his friend Charlotte paints her face, and the crossing guard wears a pair of sparkly shoes. Thanks to Charlie, everyone around him realizes that it isn’t always necessary to conform to societal norms. It’s more important to be true to yourself. With its humorous, energetic illustrations, this book is ideal as a read-aloud or as a story for emerging readers. It can also be used as a starting point for a discussion about gender roles.

Bags and Purses

Bags and Purses
Author: Vanda Foster
Publisher: Quite Specific Media Group
Total Pages: 108
Release: 1982
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN:

Vintage Vanity Bags & Purses

Vintage Vanity Bags & Purses
Author: Roselyn Gerson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994
Genre: Handbags
ISBN: 9780891455998

This definitive source for history, values, patents, origins, composition, and manufacturers of these accessories includes over 300 gorgeous color photos in addition to hundreds of vintage ads.