Refashion a clutch into a shoulder bag

I always love Indian tapestry. To name one is the Kutch tapestry that is distinct with its mirror embroidery. I had cushion covers, wall hanging and torans (doorway hangings) but never have a bag. Hence, when I came across some beautiful Kutch Paako tapestry clutches recently, I certainly wouldn't resist having one. I would have grabbed few if the price is more affordable. This one that I picked is adorned with Indian 25 paisa coins which are no longer be used in legal tender after June 30 2011. The local artisans had creatively used the coins to design their handicrafts.

Original form of clutch purse

I don't like to use clutch purse because I can be somewhat careless and forgetfully left it somewhere. Besides that, I feel handicap when holding one. For this reason, I decided to add strap on this clutch purse that I bought. I also added a bag charm to comprehend the design of the bag. I was hoping it gives a resemblance to Malaysia front line lifestyle brand British India and Anthropologie merchandises. After the makeover, it turned out pretty cool and its status updated.

Just as I was writing this post, I saw on pinterest this clutch from Anthropologie made with the same Kutch tapestry and similar charms. What a coincident of idea! But of course the Anthropologie's clutch has better finishing.

I bought the PU handle and lobster hook for the bag charm in this project from a Malaysian online sewing supplies shop- maymayshop. Give the code of "Yanns Journal "and enjoy 10% discount for minimum purchase of RM100 and above.

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