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Hand Knit and
Crochet Purses
KarensVariety.com
It is possible to be your own designer and
create a purse that is a compliment to your style and colours. By making
your own purse, you don't have to settle for a colour or design that is
not quite what you want but close enough.
When choosing a purse, you must decide what
goes in it. Some women carry everything they could possibly need in every
situation and some carry only what they absolutely have to. Some women
change purses regularly to go with their different outfits and some prefer
one purse that goes with anything, usually black or brown in winter and
white or beige in summer.
Organizer purses are popular if you prefer
to carry a lot in your purse, they have lots of little compartments.
Larger tote bags are also popular but make it difficult to find small
items deep in the bottom. It is fairly easy to spot someone who only
carries what they absolutely need, they carry very small purses or simply
put, their purses don't bulge.
There is a middle ground; an everyday purse
and different purses to go with special outfits when needed. Purses are an
accessory as important as your makeup, jewellery and shoes. Designer
purses are beautiful and their uniqueness and quality sets them apart.
Once you have selected a pattern that suits
you, it is easy to knit or crochet a beautiful accessory. Sew a sturdy
lining inside; make small pockets if you wish, and you are ready to show
off a purse that is uniquely you!
| The words purse
and handbag are generally used interchangeably. The main types
of purses commonly used are: |
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Handbag: Small to
medium sized purses carried by handles. |
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Over the Shoulder
Bag: Small to medium sized purse carried by straps over the
shoulder. |
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Clutch Bags are
fancy purses used for an evening out; they are small, usually
rectangular shaped, and do not have handles but instead are
clutched in the hand. |
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Evening Bags are
smaller, very fancy purses, with long or short handles, designed
for an evening out. |
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Drawstring Bags
are usually medium sized which close easily by pulling a
drawstring; they usually do not have compartments. |
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Hobo Bags are
crescent shaped with shoulder straps. |
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Craft Bags are
large square shaped bags designed to carry craft items. The top
is usually held in place by straight pieces of wood or plastic
so items can easily be removed from the bag. |
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Tote bag is the
commonly used 'carry everything' bag, usually medium to large
size with two straps for carrying. |
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A Satchel is a
large bag with a small handle that is carried on your arm rather
than on your shoulder; usually used by students or the office
worker. |
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A Duffel Bag is a
gym styled bag with many compartments, quite large and used for
travel or sports. |
Single Patterns for
Bags and Purses
Vintage Pattern Books
with Bags and Purses Patterns
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