Jan 19 2009
Monogrammed Trendy Purse Design
I’ve been so busy working on CHA samples, I haven’t had an opportunity to sit down and blog. As soon as I return, I’m going to start posting what I’ve been working on and will start on the purse tutorial I promised. Today I’d like to share a purse I designed several months ago. My dear friend, Joan Ervin, created a fabulous design that I fell in love with. After practically begging Joan (please, please, please, please), I know, I’m totally shameless, she graciously shared her stash of that wonderful leopard print DP with me. I designed a set of matching luggage to go with it. If you haven’t stopped by Joan’s blog, please do, she’s got this fabulous, totally gorgeous Valentine’s card posted with three insanely gorgeous roses on it, you can’t miss it, stop by and check it out.
I was so excited with the purse when I completed it, my favorite part is the handle, just love that! I have it on my desk to make a template, I altered the design so many times from the original template that it was, for all intents and purposes, practically useless. So, a new template will be forthcoming as well as a new design. It is my plan to have it blogged some time in February following the purse tutorial.
No stamps were used on this design.
- Paper: Ruby Red, Basic Black, Leopard DP
- Ink: Ranger Old Linen Distress Ink, Versamark
- Accessories: Coluzzle, black grosgrain ribbon, Making Memories gold brads, paper piercer, SU Mat Pack, EK Success oval punches, Fiskars embossing template, , stylus, heating tool, SU black marker, Elephant charm, gold chain, jump ring, large corner punch, medium corner punch, Anna Griffin alphabet embossing template, Ranger gold EP (for initial)
That is just tooo cute! It looks so real–like something I’d buy a TJMaxx!
OMG That purse is AMAZING! I need to touch it to see that it is really made of paper! Looks like a designer bag from a very expensive shop.
Oh don’t make us wait until February!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I want it now please - you know - instant gratification and all? Sounds like my kids right? It is fantastic and I have the perfect person to make it for sooooooooo HURRY! HEHEHE, Renee
AMAZING! Love the style of this purse and will look forward to the template.
Barb g
I so admire your art, and these purses are just so beautiful. I’d carry this one for sure.
It makes a statement to all.
Jerri - this is just AMAZING!!! It looks like a real purse you can wear….how super cool!!! I’m in awwwweeeee!!! I love everything about it - super great details too!!!
Oh wow this purse is so nice and cool. You are really talented
Absolutely stunning and as the others say like the real thing. Just beautiful. Well done. Looking forward to the time you can get time to do a tutorial.
Thanks for sharing this with us.
Super cute. Can’t wait for a tutorial.
Gorgeous i just LOVE it
There is something for you on my blog if you would care to have a look
Wendy xxx
You are amazing……I want a purse like that in real life!!!! Can’t wait for the tutorial but no one will be able to do it as well as you!
Oh wow Jerri, this is just so amazing. I love it. The colors are wonderful and classy.
Great job and like everyone else I can’t wait for your tutorial!
Joan
What a great, life like project! Love the animal print with the red-classy. tfs
Jerri, this is such a realistic purse that it hard to believe that you created it out of CS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are so creative and cannot wait to get the tutorial. Have fun at ChA and so wishing I could go and take your watercoloring class???
Pinky
Have fun at CHA!!
This card is PERFECT. I thought I was looking at an inspiration piece for a card to follow. You are one fabulous artist!
WOW, this purse is just fantastic!! You are so creative and have a wonderful gift that you so willingly share with us. Have fun at CHA . It really is hard to believe that it is made from paper and CS.
Konnie
This would go so well with a pair of shoes I have! Oh, Jerri, your work is always a joy to see! Have a great time at the CHA. I’ll enjoy it vicariously through you!
Cathy
You are on a real theme!
Incredible card! Thanks so much for sharing!
Oh my gosh, Jeri! This is TOTALLY AMAZING!!!!
Wow, wow, wow, wow! Jeri - you are one rockin’ stamper - outstandingly gorgeous!
This is so beautiful! It looks like an expensive designer purse!! You Rock!!!!
GORGEOUS! Can’t wait to see the other stuffs. =)
Jerri! That is tooo cute! I love animal print. Very sassy, classy purse. I’m so excited for you going to CHA. Have fun and be safe!!
Take care and STAY POSITIVE!
Hi Jerri, I had lost you for a while after you were one of the dirty dozen. I just found your blog and I love these purses. This one is totally different than the others, but very cute. Glad to be following your blog now to see what you come up with going forward.
OH Jerri! Every single detail is absolutely perfect! Can’t wait for the tutorial!
So classy Jerri! I would love to see your stash of real purses!!!
Oh my word Jerri!! This is amazing!!! The detail and the whole design is magnificent!!
stunning! I saw your work on Inspirations when I hopped over from another blog. Amazing. Thanks for sharing your work. That’s what I call eye candy.
your works are very very beautiful.compliments
Oh, my! The textures, design, prints and colors!!!! Fabulous, Jerri!
Hey, girlfriend…thanks for the kind words…you are just too kind!!! This purse is just the most fabulously elegant design!!! You sure did rock the DD gallery that month, hands down!!! I can’t wait to see your tutorial!! I hope you have a blast at CHA…sure will miss seeing you!!
Just like the real thing!! Fabulous design, Jerri. Hope CHA is fabo!!
SO CUTE!!!
Wow! You’re purse is incredibly gorgeous!
Jerri, this is just fabulous!!!! As I write this, you are off enjoying yourself with CHA happenings! Hope you have a blast and can fill us in when you get back!!
Jerri the Leopard purse is Gorgeous. Can I just order one up from you? I would like one like that in real life. Totally stunning. You always just amaze me with your on going Super Talent! I look forward to the tutorial on this, as all of the gorgeous things you make. Thanks so much for sharing your creative art with us. I hope you are just having a wonderful time down at CHA. Now should be time for you to finally relax after so much work has gone into getting everything ready to go. I’m
sending Blessings your way….Enjoy your time there!
Gorgeous Jerri… I will be waiting for that template for sure!!
OMG, this is amazing!!! You are so very talented! I truly enjoy your work.
Absolutely Fantastic! I love it! I am with everyone else - make it EARLY February please! LOL. I have a “nose in the air friend” that would love this for her birthday in February! hehehe
Wow! I can hardly wait for the template. This is gorgeous. Love it.
Hugs
Heather
How CUTE!!! What a fantastic design! I love all the brads!!!