In the process of creating the Button Tin handbag I took a few pictures along the way. I thought it would be good to show you them in this post.
Here are some images from the pages of my sketchbook. I knew roughly how I wanted the bag to look, it was just a case of working out how I would construct the bag and how to decorate it.






Using the skills, techniques and mistakes I have learnt from working on other projects I set out to make the bag. I love the challenge of making something new, you never quite know if it will work out but you also know that you will find a way!
I really enjoyed how much of this handbag was hand embroidered and hand constructed. I only really used the sewing machine for the free machine embroidered lining.



I am pleased with how the bag looks now it is finished, especially the scale. Aside from the intricate design and detail, I still wanted the finished product be a functional handbag. Although the bag is small, you can still fit a phone, lipstick and a few coins in it!
Lizzie x
I met you on Saturday Lizzie at the Burnham Market Craft Fair and bought one of the Beach Hut Makeup Bags. I had a smooch around the other stalls and it was amazing to see so many Fabric Crafters there. I do dabble with sewing myself but I must say I do like your touch and for me it did stand out by far from the other Crafters, very neat and lovely ideas. My Husband said it looked similar to Poppy Treffry.
I will certainly be looking at your shop on your website.
Hope to see you again sometime in the future, best wishes Lorraine Retallic
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Hi Lorraine, thank you for your lovely comment, I’m glad you enjoyed the fair. Hope to see you soon too, Lizzie
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