Bag Embellishment Set 2019/2020
A friend/patron asked me to embellish a bag, and create a necklace to match.
The bag is embellished with various freshwater pearls & beads—all hand sewn.
The necklace—a 3 strand piece created to mirror the colors/theme of the bag.
Serenity
&
Wisdom
Finished Piece Details
Out of This World
Moon Charm Detail
In Detail
Freshwater pearls in various shapes, and glass beads hand-sewn onto 4 suede panels.
The Process:
Before,
During,
Starting Over
Fresh Canvas
Phase 1: Using black wire thread and simplistic approach
Holy Moly: Learning how to widen holes manually
Take Two/Starting Over Yet Again:
Switched out black wire for strong thread & widened bead holes.
New Directions
Let’s talk about the necklace…
Planning
Client Satisfaction
My Friend’s Reaction to the Set