Thursday, December 30, 2010

Vintage Tapestry Purses and Fabric Book

Over the past few years I have been adding to my small collection of
Vintage Tapestry Purses.   These are usually lined with  a satin fabric and hang on a gold chain.



This dear little one was given to me for Christmas by my friend Sue who knows just how I am drawn to these gorgeous and inspiring tapestries.

And
when I was going through my fabrics I found that I had kept the remains of a quite
tattered purse and as I was itching to get back into my studio
over the past few days
I decided to make a little fabric book
out of this fabric and this is what it turned into:

It looks quite large but in fact it is only about 6" x 9" in total
and the cover is virtually just one side of the original purse folded in half
and the inside looks like this:
It is simply amazing how much one can fit into one tiny page using
laces, printed chiffon, brocades, braids,  burn out velvets and silks.
All of these pieces have been collaged onto small pieces of
red felt.
So this is some fun you can get up to before the new year begins!!!

31 comments:

  1. These look lovely Suzy.Glad you've ben able to have some Studio Time.
    We're having a patch of HOT weather here!!it was 39.C and 41C. tomorrow- ouch!! I'm making angels at the moment.You'll recognise them!!

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  2. You have created a stunning fabric book! The colors and textures are just wonderful. Awesome piece!!

    Hugs,
    Robin

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  3. Hi Suzi, that is really sweet. Love the collection of little purses.

    Are you effected by the rainy weather.

    cheers,

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  4. Thanks girls for appreciating my new work.
    Weather here is just lovely sunny, mild and the skies are a vibrant blue. Fortunately, unlike
    a lot of other parts of Australia, we have had
    no floods at all. Judy and Dian at 41deg. there's nothing like putting your feet in cold, cold water. Stay cool and calm!

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  5. Suzy, the purses are beautiful! I don't see those here much. Treasures! And so is your creation! Very rich and elegant.
    Hugs,
    Diane

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  6. Suzy, those bags are beautiful. And that fabric book is delightful. I made myself do some sewing today as well. Lots of fun. Many blessings for 2011. Johoanna

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  7. A lot of eyecandy in this post! You fabric book is awesome! Again!

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  8. Lovely, personal collection of bags. Think yourselves lucky, my dears, Its -15 here.

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  9. What a beautiful collection! I like your fabric book too:))
    Best wishes for 2011!

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  10. I like that sexy bit of black lace at the bottom...My mom had a tapestry purse if I recall. It was a big thing in the 50's when I was small. She used to carry it to church. But your collection is quite amazing. As well as all your other marvelous fabrics. Some day you will have to show us your stash! xox Corrine

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  11. I take back my flippant remark about the weather now that I move on to other blogs and read about the effect flooding has had on some of my Australian cyberbuddies. Hope things return to normal asap.

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  12. Your journals are amazing Suzi, so rich with fabulous textures, stunning.

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  13. Gorgeous collection of purses, and your creation is beautiful. I love the red felt backgrounds. It's so lush! You always inspire and delight!

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  14. Such beautiful purses! Your fabric book is gorgeous, and I love the red felt backgrounds.It looks so lush. Your work always inspires and delights.

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  15. The texture you use amazes me. I just love the look of your purse.

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  16. Hello Suzy. What lovely tapastery purses. What a great collections. I love how you used the bit of fabric on your journal book. Very pretty. You give me such wonderful ideas on how to use vintage pieces into new creations. Thanks Happy New Year to you and your family. Hugs judy

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  17. These tapestry purses are gorgeous Suzy! Hardly ever see them. Love the fabric book - gets my creative juices flowing - am off to see what I come up with.

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  18. Well, you are (as always) an inspiration. Your fabrics are so unusual and just the sight of them sends me out looking for treasures. I have been given the ok by the surgeon and am starting to work full time again.

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  19. Suzy i love your work as you know and this is just wonderful too...what are the heaver materials? Simply love those purses too. x

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  20. Oh my such gorgeousness!!! Girl, you are SO good!

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  21. Lovely collection. Great use of vintage tapestry to make a journal cover. Love what you have done. Happy Healthy Creative New Year...

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  22. This book is wonderfull. I love it. And these vintage tapestries purses are beautifull.
    Happy New Year to you.

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  23. Happy New Year Suzy!

    You have some beautiful purses. That's a great idea for your journal cover.

    Someone commented on wanting to see more of your stash. That would be wonderful, I'm sure you have many treasures.
    All the best for 2011.

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  24. As always, I'm in awe of your work! Have a very happy new year - and here's to lots more creativity!

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  25. Wow! The books are beautiful! Actually, everything on your blog is amazing!

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  26. Your fabric book is awesome! I know I probably sound like a broken record but everything you do is awesome :)
    Happy New year to you dear Suzy. I hope its another creative one for you!

    Gaby xo

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  27. Man...I had to come back and revisit these! Suzi...I absolutely love everything you create. Just breathtaking!! Absolutely breathtaking!!

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  28. Your book is gorgeous. Can I make a fabric book by sewing by hand ?

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  29. Hello Martica - You look like the Paper Bag Journal Queen from what I have seen. I machine and hand sew my journals so the answer is Yes.
    Are you Paper Bag journals glued! I think though
    you would have to be using mainly fabric and laces to do it though. Email me if I can help further.
    Cheers, Suzy

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  30. nice
    http://www.mogulinteriordesigns.com/category/26929406341/1/Wall-hanging.htm

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Thank you so very much for stopping here to say hello and to see what I have been creating. I really treasure each and everyone of you for your comments. It is so appreciated....Suzy

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