Upcycled Patchwork Handbag - Pre-loved Fabric

Description

This one-of-a-kind bag combines a second-hand handmade patchwork quilt top with vintage pre-loved fabrics, creating a practical and unique accessory with plenty of character. Handmade by me, Katie, in my sewing studio in Sutherland Shire, NSW, so no two bags are exactly alike.

Outside

The exterior is made from a handmade quilt and

features a unique patchwork design made from small rectangular strips of fabric arranged in a horizontal pattern.

Reinforced with Vlieseline H640 Wadding for added structure and durability

A softer bag rather than a rigid, structured style

Boxed base to provide depth

Outer slip pocket made from the quilt fabric, with the patchwork rectangles arranged vertically

Interior

The interior is made from a vintage fabric with a light green background featuring large red and pink flowers outlined in white.

Reinforced with Pellon SF101 Woven Fusible Interfacing for strength and durability

Inner slip pocket made from the same vintage interior fabric and lined with another vintage de-stash fabric featuring a colourful floral pattern

Inner zipper pocket with a vintage fabric lining

Dark pink second-hand zipper purchased from Achieve Australia’s The Sewing Basket

Closure~ The bag closes securely with a cream-coloured zipper featuring a silver butterfly zipper pull.

Straps~ Two comfortable handbag straps made from the patchwork quilt fabric on the upper side and the green vintage floral fabric underneath.

Measurements (cm)
Height: 31
Width at top: 34
Zipper opening: 26
Width at base: 23
Base depth: 12
Straps: 4 cm wide x 70 cm long, with an approximately 35 cm drop

Pockets
Outer slip pocket: 18 W x 17 H
Inner slip pocket: 19 W x 12 H
Inner zipper pocket: 18 cm opening x 17 cm deep

Materials & Upcycling

Incorporates pre-loved, thrifted and vintage textiles, including a handmade quilt top and vintage fabrics from a sewer's de-stash.

Some new materials are used where required for quality, durability or because suitable second-hand alternatives were unavailable: Rasant thread, Vlieseline H640 Wadding, Pellon SF101 Woven Fusible Interfacing, Zipper pull & One of the two zippers.

All pre-loved textiles used in this bag are washed before being sewn.

Please Note- Every item is individually handmade by me. While I take great care to ensure consistency, slight variations in dimensions, pattern placement and finish are a natural part of the handmade process. These individual characteristics are what make each piece unique.

Care- Spot clean only. Line dry in the shade. Warm iron if required – avoid ironing over the zippers as heat may damage or melt them.

Postage- Sent via tracked parcel post with Australia Post.