The clutch envelope is a very feminine and elegant accessory. It adorns and complements the image of a woman. And if earlier he was a companion at social events and special occasions, today it is a functional and universal thing for every day. In stores you can find clutches of any size, color and style. But why not create a unique, exclusive model for yourself? Such a handbag will best suit your taste and needs.
How to make a clutch envelope with your own hands? In fact, there is nothing complicated.
Before you begin, decide on the size, material and style of your accessory. When choosing the size of a future clutch, remember that this is still not a wallet, but a handbag. The most optimal parameters are: 15x20 cm, but you can also sew a large clutch.
Now regarding the choice of material. A winter clutch is best made from dense fabrics. For example, from drap, wool or leather. The summer version will look great from materials such as satin, silk or velvet. The fabric will need about half a meter, and also do not forget to purchase lining material.
So, let's begin! Before stitching a clutch envelope, you need to make a pattern. From a cardboard cut a rectangle the size of a future handbag. Now our pattern needs to be transferred to the wrong side of the fabric. Lay the fabric face down and draw a chalked or piece of soap on the cut out pattern. Repeat this procedure twice to get three rectangles on top of each other. Do the same on the lining fabric.
From the top rectangle make a pocket valve. It turned out something that looked like an expanded envelope. The same needs to be done on the lining fabric.
The next step is stitching. The lining fabric must be laid face up, folded and stitched. It turned out a pocket. Next, you need to do the same with the main fabric, only turn it inside out. Next, connect the clutch base to the lining, quilting the seams. We turn the product and sew the lock on the finished clutch envelope. It can be a button or a fastener, depending on your taste.
You can sew a leather clutch. It is as easy as using ordinary fabric. Clutch leather should be softer. Think over the design of your future handbag. You can even make a sketch. Skin of bright colors and lightning of contrasting black color will look very stylish and beautiful.
So, prepare all the necessary materials and tools: leather cut, pins, zipper, scissors. When choosing a zipper, keep in mind that it should be the size of a future clutch.
According to the above scheme, make a pattern. Cut her out. The first thing to do is to pin the zipper to the long side of the clutch with pins. Then you can stitch it to the canvas. And only then lay the side seams.
The clutch envelope has simple shapes. Therefore, to make it yourself is not difficult. In addition, you can sew it from the same material as your outfit. This combination will look very stylish. Now you do not need to search and choose your favorite clutch design for a long time. Sew it yourself to your liking!