This stunningly gorgeous handbag was designed by Debbie Tabor. She has once again out-done herself with needlepoint designs! I first saw this design many moons before I actually began completing it myself. This purse really fueled my decision to purchase the plastic canvas "Totes" book in which it is featured. In case you are unclear, this image is of a woman covering her face with a Victorian-era fan. You can decide for yourself why she is doing this.
I very much enjoyed making this purse. The inverted sides and bottom are really just little pieces that are stitched together. I went online and bought the ribbon and flowers to complete the look of the purse. I think the most challenging part of this creating process was picking out the colors for the woman's face. There are so many colors there!
I made the eyebrows a bit bolder than suggested, just to give a more striking look. I, of course, reinforced the handles with an extra piece of mesh. This purse is nothing if not sturdy!
Like all of my current purses, I made sure to line this one quite pristine. Here we have a white, costume silk that I think blends quite well with the look of the purse.
I don't know about you, but I think that this handbag can go well with anything. What do you think?
Zoe, is this one for sale????
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