The adorable Kate from See Kate Sew asked me a little while ago to sew an envelope clutch for hew February Sew-Along. I was thrilled when she asked me! (I mean, it’s See Kate Sew for goodness sakes!) I love the clutch pattern she designed. It’s a great size, fun design, and it was very easy to make!
For my clutch, I made one adjustment. In Kate’s directions, she mentions to pull the lining out a bit to help it not show once complete. Brillant idea, but I wanted my lining to show, so I skipped that part. Once I had the lining in, I carefully trimmed away excess fabric, turned right side out, pulled the lining out a little bit more, and pressed really well. I love the pop of color the turquoise adds to the clutch. For the buttons, I did my button hole and added a button just like her directions say. Then, before I finished hand sewing the lining shut, I added a few extra buttons. I’m a huge fan of adding excess buttons. Proof here and here. I also love using embroidery thread to attach buttons that have a decorative element.
I really enjoyed making this clutch! You must head over to Kate’s blog, download the pattern, and make one yourself!
Lovely variation.. Stopping from See Kate Sew blog.. Which material is your fabric ?
Welcome diya! I used a thick cotton canvas for the main fabric and a lightweight cotton for the lining. The main fabric as actually an old IKEA curtain
Thanks for stopping by!
oh that is so smart to pull out the lining! I thought it was trim, haha! Thanks Krista!!
You are most welcome!!! This really was fun to sew!
LOVE! Great colors and the buttons are perfect!
Thank you Andrea!
Krista this is great! Love the clutch, love your styling, and love your hair. You’re looking fantastic!
Thanks Miriam! Wasn’t this a fun clutch so sew?! Yours looks amazing as well! LOVE the dye job!
Wow, just beautiful! I almost didn’t notice the clutch as much as how beautiful you look! Your outfit, hair and of course your “quick” transformation from baby body to hot mama lol
Oh and yes, good work on the clutch hahaha the real reason you’re posting. (:
Thanks Amanda! I’m happy to hear it appears to be a quick transformation! It certainly doesn’t feel like it! Haha! Still waiting on my pants to fit…. someday.
Oh and I’m glad you like the clutch too!
You look so good! Love the clutch and all of these colors paired together.
Thanks Ana! You’re so sweet