DIY Clutch: Locked and Printed

Here’s one of two projects that I’ve been working on. Remember this retro yardage? I finally got around to creating something with it … I had to be certain given the grain of how it was printed and since there was only a small amount.

This material calls an obvious attention to the (60s styled) silhouettes of people printed in the center. I love each person’s expression on the print as it fades slightly into the background. My favourite part of the print would be the top portion, which is in a larger scale than the bottom or vice versa depending on how one positions the print to cut.

DIY 60s Printed Clutch - Metal Closures

Initially, I was leaning toward upcycling a fun T-shirt, using this print as an embellishment, or even make a graphic styled mini skirt, however those concepts were overshadowed by the urge to produce a clutch! I felt strongly about the amount of uses that I would get out of this fabric being a clutch bag instead of an adornment on a Tee.

Fortunately, I did manage to salvage a small remnant after all was sewn, and complete. Perhaps there’s more to create from this power to the people material, (as I’ve fittingly nicknamed this yardage).

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Details:

I’ve acquired a few new trimmings from wholesale markets recently and had the desire to use a turn-lock closure on this particular bag.

The look: retro, but with a modern aesthetic, hence the metal luster and lining selection. The lining is silk shantung with interlining used for padding. As an extra finish I added studs to the front and back bottom of the clutch. And since the process took a bit longer than I had anticipated I decided to just provide you with behind the scenes snapshots!  

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After an ironing session the clutch was ready to fill with a good book, a favourite lip colour, and accessories! Of course, an outfit donning this special creation will come very soon ...

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Many of you asked several times in the past if I sell any of my designs. I used to make and sell handbags as well as apparel to boutiques, however at the moment I do not. Perhaps, I will rethink it in the future when I feel I have more time to spare!


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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Sounds good. Yes, life seems to be busy for everyone at the moment. I believe I downloaded Facetime on my other phone, not the one with me.  I will have to check. Miss ya too! Enjoy your week and thanks for the comment J!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    haha! Yes, this one is a bit advanced. Cooking is a great way to interpret DIY's as well! 🙂

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  • Jamillah says:

    I totally love the fabric you chose and the shape of the clutch is gorgeous. I miss our convos too friend!!! Wanna do a facetime date soon? I'm assuming you've joined facetime and gotten off skype 😉

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  • Jenmarie says:

    The clutch turned out lovely! It has such a classic feel to it!

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  • Olga Choi says:

    amazing~!

    Olga 

    http://www.myblondegal.com/

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks doll! xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Rachel! I will be wearing it very soon!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks for the sweet compiments Kim. Yes, I may bring an Etsy shop back up. Things are just a bit too hectic to create so many I suppose at once. Enjoy your Friday dear. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you Mary Jo. I often think long and hard how to put it all together … which isn't always the easiest, but I am happy that you notice. Loving your latest collection hues! And Dries Van Noten is one of my all time favourite designers!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Thanks so much for your comment Arash! 🙂

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  • Marissa says:

    This is awesome! I love how it turned out!

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  • Noelani@MonPetitChouChou says:

    You had me until I saw the measuring caption, haha. I think this is why I gravitate more towards cooking as my DIY, a dash of this, pinch of that, et voila! 

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Rachel! I will be wearing it very soon!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks for the sweet compiments Kim. Yes, I may bring an Etsy shop back up. Things are just a bit too hectic to create so many I suppose at once. Enjoy your Friday dear. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you Mary Jo. I often think long and hard how to put it all together … which isn&#39t always the easiest, but I am happy that you notice. Loving your latest collection hues! And Dries Van Noten is one of my all time favourite designers!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Thanks so much for your comment Arash! 🙂

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  • Marissa says:

    This is awesome! I love how it turned out!

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  • Noelani@MonPetitChouChou says:

    You had me until I saw the measuring caption, haha. I think this is why I gravitate more towards cooking as my DIY, a dash of this, pinch of that, et voila! 

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  • Patience says:

    You are so talented. What a gorgeous clutch.

    http://www.justpatience.com

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  • Emmett Katherine says:

    Yoir DIY turned out awesome! What a fun clutch!

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  • Patience says:

    You are so talented. What a gorgeous clutch.

    http://www.justpatience.com

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  • Emmett Katherine says:

    Yoir DIY turned out awesome! What a fun clutch!

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  • Unknown says:

    You're super talented, lady! This is gorgeous and how amazing that it's all your own work xo

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  • ashi p says:

    nice! thanks for the tips 🙂 

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  • Count To Four says:

    thanks for sharing! love all your DIYs! 

    http://www.counttofour.com

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Aww, Thanks so much for the sweet comment Sam. I can't wait to wear it with my outfits soon.

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  • Unknown says:

    You&#39re super talented, lady! This is gorgeous and how amazing that it&#39s all your own work xo

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  • Seekingstyleblog says:

    It turned out great!
    xo Jenniferhttp://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

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  • ashi p says:

    nice! thanks for the tips :) 

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  • Count To Four says:

    thanks for sharing! love all your DIYs! 

    http://www.counttofour.com

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Aww, Thanks so much for the sweet comment Sam. I can&#39t wait to wear it with my outfits soon.

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  • Seekingstyleblog says:

    It turned out great!
    xo Jenniferhttp://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

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  • Kelly says:

    This is beautiful

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  • Arash Mazinani says:

    I always love your DIY posts, you're so clever and thrifty, I love it!

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  • mary jo at Trustyourstyle says:

    Love your DIY instructions! I am the world's laziest diyer and have so many projects languishing in my garage that I don't dare start another one, but love living vicariously, lol. Hope you're having a wonderful Wednesday!
    xo Mary Jo

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  • Freya - Fashionable People says:

    Amazing DIY here from start to finish – love it!

    http://www.fashionablepeople.co.uk

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  • Always Maylee says:

    What an awesome DIY, love it!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee 

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  • Oh to Be a Muse says:

    Killing it with the sewing machine. I love the unique fabric too…it works so well on this clutch.

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  • Kelly says:

    This is beautiful

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  • Arash Mazinani says:

    I always love your DIY posts, you&#39re so clever and thrifty, I love it!

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  • mary jo at Trustyourstyle says:

    Love your DIY instructions! I am the world&#39s laziest diyer and have so many projects languishing in my garage that I don&#39t dare start another one, but love living vicariously, lol. Hope you&#39re having a wonderful Wednesday!
    xo Mary Jo

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you Daphne! Glad that you like it too!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Got it! lol I knew it was you! Thanks doll! xo

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  • Sam says:

    Hi dear, wow, the end results are amazing, it looks designer store bought, really creative idea with excellent execution!

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  • Jennifer Fabulous says:

    PS. I accidentally signed my last comment as my e-mail "jenniferb02" lol. Just wanted you to know it was me! xoxo

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  • Jenniferb02 says:

    Wow this is really pretty. And you make it seem so EASY! But I would probably sew my hands shut if I attempted anything cool like this, let's be real. Lol.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you so much! Yes, it took me some time to love sewing … even in design class, but I am so happy that I stuck with it.  🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Thank you Daniella! I was happy with the turnout. Enjoy your Wednesday!x

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  • Fashion Confessions of a Mommy says:

    What a super cool DIY project. Love how it turned out.
    Daphne.

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  • Lyddiegal says:

    such a cool graphic clutch – i love the clasp you added.

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  • MOSAMUSE says:

    WOW… very nice!!
    xo
    @MOSAMUSE:twitter 

    http://www.MOSAMUSE.com

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  • megan says:

    this is so creative!
    Xo Megan

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  • respect_the_shoes says:

    Wow, awesome DIY!

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  • Kim says:

    girl, that is awesome! i love the fabric print and design. you should at least open an Etsy shop. you could put them on there when you feel like it. they would sell! don't take orders if you don't have the time. but ready made would definitely sell.
     http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  • Jenniferb02 says:

    Wow this is really pretty. And you make it seem so EASY! But I would probably sew my hands shut if I attempted anything cool like this, let&#39s be real. Lol.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you so much! Yes, it took me some time to love sewing … even in design class, but I am so happy that I stuck with it.  🙂

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  • MOSAMUSE says:

    WOW… very nice!!
    xo
    @MOSAMUSE:twitter 

    http://www.MOSAMUSE.com

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  • The Foolish Aesthete says:

    You are so clever and dexterous with your hands!  (Sewing has never been my strong suit ;D )  I love the print you used here as well as the locking closure.  Modern retro, as you described it. — J xx

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  • megan says:

    this is so creative!
    Xo Megan

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  • Bravoerunway says:

    I love this DIY, and you are 1 very resourceful lady 😉

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  • respect_the_shoes says:

    Wow, awesome DIY!

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  • Kim says:

    girl, that is awesome! i love the fabric print and design. you should at least open an Etsy shop. you could put them on there when you feel like it. they would sell! don&#39t take orders if you don&#39t have the time. but ready made would definitely sell.
     http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  • Jeans and a Teacup says:

    Wow! Awesome clutch! You should definitely sell them if you get a chance.
    ~Jessica
    http://jeansandateacup.blogspot.com/

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  • The Foolish Aesthete says:

    You are so clever and dexterous with your hands!  (Sewing has never been my strong suit ;D )  I love the print you used here as well as the locking closure.  Modern retro, as you described it. — J xx

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  • Rachel says:

    This is so cool! I love the way your clutch turned out!

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  • Bravoerunway says:

    I love this DIY, and you are 1 very resourceful lady 😉

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  • GlamKitten88 says:

    This is adorable!  I have no idea how you did this.  You have major DIY skills, girl.

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88 

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  • Couture Carrie says:

    Amazing DIY, darling ~ love it!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Muah! Thanks dear Vix! xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     🙂 I'm so excited to wear it! Thanks Erika. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Courtney! 🙂

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  • Jeans and a Teacup says:

    Wow! Awesome clutch! You should definitely sell them if you get a chance.
    ~Jessica
    http://jeansandateacup.blogspot.com/

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  • Rachel says:

    This is so cool! I love the way your clutch turned out!

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  • francesca romana capizzi says:

    OMG!!! Gorgeous one! Great DYI!
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  • GlamKitten88 says:

    This is adorable!  I have no idea how you did this.  You have major DIY skills, girl.

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88 

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  • Couture Carrie says:

    Amazing DIY, darling ~ love it!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Muah! Thanks dear Vix! xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     :) I&#39m so excited to wear it! Thanks Erika. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Courtney! 🙂

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  • Alexis Grace says:

    I love how you don't let anything go to waste…. and this clutch is so cute!

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  • Rockthestreets says:

    You're very creative! 🙂

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  • sartorialsidelines says:

    Wow, it really came out brilliantly!

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  • Cafe Fashionista says:

    Swoon! This is one of the most beautiful DIYs EVER – I absolutely love that print!  🙂

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  • francesca romana capizzi says:
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  • Alexis Grace says:

    I love how you don&#39t let anything go to waste…. and this clutch is so cute!

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  • Daniella says:

    Oh wow sweetie!!! That clutch bag is stunning, love it's print and the colours are beautiful! You are so talented, I always look forward to seeing your new DIY's 🙂

    Take care, Daniella xox

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  • Rockthestreets says:

    You&#39re very creative! 🙂

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  • sartorialsidelines says:

    Wow, it really came out brilliantly!

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  • Cafe Fashionista says:

    Swoon! This is one of the most beautiful DIYs EVER – I absolutely love that print!  🙂

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  • The Dainty Dolls House says:

    Oooh..love that!! It's gorgeous…get you 😉 I agree with the other comment, I would snap that up in a second if I saw it…love it!! Have a great week dollface xx

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  • Vix says:

    I love your DIY posts! that clutch is a work of genius and I'd be proud to rock that! x

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