Saturday, March 29, 2008

Wallpaper Purse


Rachel, of Rayela's Fiber Focus, made this amazing purse--a true work of art.

It is created using the traditional method for weaving candy wrappers or chip bags, except she utilized sample pieces of wallpaper.
The blog post includes how-to information.

I hope you're inspired to try this method.
Call it folk art, or tramp art, or a rediscovered recycling craft...
I just call it gorgeous.

If you're interested in purchasing a how-to video on weaving candy wrappers, one is available by The Candy Wrapper King.
He says, "I just used upolstery thread and a homemade plastic "flat" needle. It's actually fairly simple once you know how."
(note, I have not seen the video, so am not endorsing it, but am giving you the information if you are interested)

1 comment:

  1. Thanks, Barb! From your profile, it seems we may have quite a bit in common.

    Have you thought of selling on Etsy? Purse and bag competition is pretty stiff there, but it's a great community, full of eye candy!

    Love your blog and wish you all the best! Rachel

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