Okay, so, I’ve been seeing these shiny sequin purses everywhere lately, and I finally decided to make one myself. I mean, who doesn’t love a little sparkle, right?
First off, I gathered all my materials. I hit up a local craft store and picked up some fabric, a zipper, a needle and thread, and of course, a whole bunch of sequins. I went with this gorgeous iridescent fabric as the base because, you know, I wanted it to really pop. Then I chose the zipper which is suitable for my fabric.
Next, I started sketching out the design. I’m not exactly a pro artist, but I managed to draw a simple rectangle shape for the purse. I cut out two pieces of the fabric according to my sketch. I was extra careful here because I didn’t want to mess up that pretty fabric. But actually, you don’t have to follow the rectangle shape, you can design any shape you like, even an animal shape is okay.
The fun part – sewing! I carefully stitched the zipper onto the top edges of both fabric pieces. I double-checked to make sure the zipper was working smoothly because nobody wants a stuck zipper, especially on a night out. I pinned the two fabric pieces together, with the right sides facing each other, and I sewed along the three remaining sides, leaving the top open, of course.
Now, for the bling! I started attaching the sequins one by one. And let me tell you, it was time-consuming. I used fabric glue to stick each sequin onto the fabric, following a sort of random pattern. I wanted it to look like a disco ball exploded on my purse. After hours of gluing and waiting for it to dry, my hands were covered in glitter, but it was so worth it.
Once the sequins were all set, I carefully turned the purse right side out. And there it was, my very own sequin purse! It looked absolutely fabulous. I even added a little chain strap that I had lying around so I could wear it over my shoulder.
- Step 1: Gather materials.
- Step 2: Sketch and cut the fabric.
- Step 3: Sew the zipper and side.
- Step 4: Attach sequins.
- Step 5: Add a strap (optional).
Honestly, the whole process was a bit of a mess, and it took way longer than I expected. But seeing the final product made it all worthwhile. I’ve already gotten so many compliments on it! I’m thinking of making another one, maybe in a different color next time. Who knows, I might even start selling these babies!
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a fun DIY project and you love a bit of sparkle, I highly recommend making your own sequin purse. It’s a great way to express your creativity, and you end up with a unique accessory that’s sure to turn heads. Just be prepared to spend some time on it, and don’t be afraid to get a little glittery!
