Fashion Accessories Designing:
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Materials Used in Handbag / Purse Making:

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Closures:
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 Magnetic Snaps

 Loop and Button
   Zippers

 

Embellishments:
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  Buttons
   Beads
   Asian tokens
       
   Gems and Jewelry 
       
   Tassels, charms and many other types of things can be used to 
   add dazzle to a handbag you are only limited by your imagination.
Glues and Adhesives:
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        Iron-on adhesives
        Adhesive sheets
        Fabric glues
        Gem and Jewelry Glues
        White glues
        Decoupage glue
Tools:
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        Cutting Tools; scissors, leather shears, rotary cutters
        Cutting boards, self healing mats
        Grommets, eyelets and setters
        Metal Punch
        Pliers
Sewing techniques:
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        Simple stitches
        Basting
        Top stitching
        Edge stitching
        Blanket Stitch
Other types of Handbags:
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Cigar Box  Purses: -A cigar box purse is a purse made from real wooden cigar boxes . Each cigar box purse is handcrafted using unique design elements. 
Crocheted Purses: Crochet is a needlecraft. All that is needed is a hook and a ball of thread or yarn.  Using a crochet stitch beautiful handbags can be crafted.
No Sew Purses / Handbags:  Fleece is a popular fabric used in no sew handbags.
Wooden Purses: Wooden purses are made from various types of wood and comes in different  shapes and sizes. They are decorated by covering in fabric, paint, painting of pictures and or decoupage.

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Purse Making Tutorials
 
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Handbag/ Purse Making

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Making Purse Handles

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How to install Magnetic Snaps  

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How to install Handbag Feet 

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Selling Your Handicrafts 

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