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Yes, I'm in love with handbags too. If you have been perusing my list of lenses, you probably know about my love of shoes... well handbags are second on the list. Okay, I just like to shop period. But with this lens, I will be sharing the latest and some that I have dug up from days/centuries gone by. I hope you will visit often!
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Magazine Mania Shoes
A Little History of the Handbag
Handbags can be traced back to the Egyptians. There are hieroglyphs showing both men and women carrying pouches that were fastened to the waist by "girdles". The more money you had, the more elaborate the bag. Sound familiar??And the bag featured is a Jimmy Choo and will set you back a mere $1,668.75 and that's not even close to being as expensive as they get these days!
Photo Credit: Amazon
Making Vintage Bags
Finding a gorgeous vintage bag and then being able to afford it is TWO DIFFERENT THINGS. But with this book
, you pick the bag you like and then follow the instructions. But don't be surprised if your friends begin to bug you to make them one too! Tuck in a Twenty
Just for good luck, tuck a twenty into a special place in your handbag. It could be a tiny zippered area... you choose and then forget about it. Trust me, some time in the future you will need that twenty and suddenly remembering it will make your day!I remember it use to be an old superstition that made everyone who gave someone a wallet as a gift, to add a penny for good luck. Think of the twenty in the same way. And it will go a lot further than a penny will!
How Full is Your Handbag?
"She had the loaded handbag of someone who camps out and seldom goes home, or who imagines life must be full of emergencies."Mavis Gallant
That used to be me but the last few times, I have been carrying the bare minimum just to see if I could do it. Sometimes I get it right... sometimes I don't.
Tignanello Perfect Ten Smooth Top Zip Handbag
The Latest News on Handbags
- Watch, accessories maker Fossil finding success worldwide
- In a time of casual, everyday $2000 handbags, $1000 fashion watches and $500 sunglasses, Fossil remains a moderate-priced fashion brand for those unwilling ...
- ‘The It Bag is dead: the whole thing was just getting revolting'
- It might seem trivial to discuss handbags while, in the City, pension funds are dwindling and jobs evaporating but in decades to come social historians will ...
- Handbags Made Of Ring-pulls
- (Photo courtesy: Sin Chew Daily) Making a ring-pull handbag is by no means an easy job. It involves a lot of preparatory works. (Photo courtesy: Sin Chew ...
- Police arrest 7, seize over 1500 fake designer goods at ...
- The seven individuals, none of whom are from the area, were observed by police officers selling counterfeit versions of designer handbags, purses and ...
A Handbag for your Charm Bracelet
14k Gold Enamel Designer Handbag Charm Purse Jewelry
Amazon Price: $85.03 (as of 10/06/2008)
Now here is the perfect little gift for that woman who wants to show off... just a wee little bit. *It's also a hint to my family that it's been a while since I've added a charm to my bracelet!
Evening Bags a Few Hundred Years Ago...
What Can I Buy Today Change Purse
What Can I Buy Today Coin Purse
Amazon Price: $7.50 (as of 10/06/2008)
Just too cute and I love the saying. That is so me, but the practical side is looking at this little change purse as something that one needs anyway. I'm always finding change in the bottom of my handbag. I have to wonder how much I have lost by dumping it in the bottom or in a coat pocket. It's an easy way to lose a lot of money!
Never Enough Bags
- Nikabutik
- Positively love the Roxbury Handbag Maya Stud Embellished Round Tote in Brown
- Before You Buy a Handbag
- Bottom line... if you choose wrong, you've ruined the outfit.
- Spotting a Knockoff Can Be Harder Than You Think
- Here's what you have to watch out for.
- Kimberly Handbag Pattern
- Now this is quite pretty and apparently easy to whip up.
* I think that I had better learn how to sew! - Forest Saver Hemp Wallet
- Popular because of their strength and durability.
Purse Hanger
Black and Silver Starburst Purse Hanger
Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 10/06/2008)
Now you can hook your purse to hang just under the table... no more having to put it on the floor... which makes me cringe when I go to a restaurant.
The Purse Cake
Wilton Purse Pan
Amazon Price: $12.99 (as of 10/06/2008)
I love this idea. You could have a ton of fun decorating your cake and come to think about it, it would be perfect for Mother's Day !
They Didn't Last Very Long
Most of our handbags last longer than maybe we would like, but that wasn't the case of the first primative "handbags". They were actually made of leaves. I would imagine that they were woven together, but I'm sure that they didn't take long to wear out.
Perfect for the Beach
And then we have this kind of bag... the one that allows you to pack all those wet bathing suits, towels, sandy bottles of sun block quickly and easily. No chance of forgetting to unpack it either. You can see everything.Mesh Beach Bag with Heavy Duty Handles
Making Your Own Handbag
Purses in the News
- Les Cakes de Bertrand Bags and Purses
- A strange business move, but one we're glad they made judging by their delightful collection of bags and purses. The bags and purses (like the chocolate ...
- Pink Ribbon Tea silent auction begins Monday
- There will a live auction where purses, a tea set, made to commemorate the event, as well as a quilt and a handmade print will be auctioned. ...
- Parents are ...
- My Mom has many purses. There are lipsticks and mirrors and tissues in each of them. They're like a toy box. I used to have lots of fun with them; ...
- Turfway betting declines sharply
- Eight fewer races -- 214 --- were run because of a partial cancellation on Sept. 14 when remnants of Hurricane Ike rolled through the area. Purses declined ...
Emily's Gift Card Purses with Chocolate Covered Graham Crackers
Emily's Gift Card Purses with Chocolate Covered Graham Crackers
Amazon Price: (as of 10/06/2008)
Stylish satin purses are a lovely way to give gift cards.
Each purse holds 4 individually wrapped chocolate covered graham crackers. Now how cool is that??
Bag Boutique
Bag Boutique: Making Fabulous Purses And Totes (That Patchwork Place)
Amazon Price: $14.93 (as of 10/06/2008)
Who knows... you just might have a new career ahead of you. Hey, designers have to start somewhere!
How Men and Women Think
When a man meets catastrophe on the road, he looks in his purse, but a woman looks in her mirror."
Margaret Turnbull
A Woman Needs
I'm really curious to see how you vote on this poll. My husband would say that one is more than enough. Now, what do you think??
Clean Them Out Occasionally
So, what's my excuse?? I'm super busy and I haven't the time?? I could come up with about a hundred reasons why my purse weighs a ton, but no one is suffering except me. It's my shoulders that are aching because I have this belief that I NEED all of that stuff in my purse.This afternoon, turn it upside down and dump everything out onto the table. That's the only way you are going to see what is actually in there and then make two piles. What you REALLY need and what you don't.
And the perks?? You just might find a twenty dollar bill that had fallen to the bottom. Then there is that little thing about being to shop all day without aching shoulders.
;)
Great Stuff on CafePress
Over the Door Handbag Storage Rack
Over the Door Purse Storage Rack
Amazon Price: $10.99 (as of 10/06/2008)
You get eight hooks to play around with and there's room for 16 bags. That should take care of your summer bags.
;)
You Choose
Purse Brite Bright Lighted Handbag Organizer
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Coach Purses
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Silver Purse Hanger
Protect your purse from dirty floors and thieves b more...0 points
Purse Organizer-Pink Parody Purseket.Same style that OPRAH received..Purseket makes switching bags a breeze.Medium size fits purses 11" wide or larger by 6" high and has Six storage pockets. Purseket conforms to the size and shape of your bag. E
No more digging around in your handbag looking for more...0 points
Tree Purse Hanger
Keep your bag off the dirty floor and in sight. Ou more...0 points
Great Stuff on eBay
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Stop By and Say Hello
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My wife would love the purse cake idea. I've never seen that before. Posted May 19, 2008 |
Handbags in the News
- Fake Vuittons cost eBay real money
- This is what happens when a company sells counterfeit items. Not good!
- Britain's Handbag Habit
- How do you think that you will measure up against the British women?? Apparently, more than 58% own more than 20 bags... and they aren't inexpensive ones either!
New Table of Contents
- Magazine Mania Shoes
- A Little History of the Handbag
- Making Vintage Bags
- Tuck in a Twenty
- How Full is Your Handbag?
- The Latest News on Handbags
- A Handbag for your Charm Bracelet
- Evening Bags a Few Hundred Years Ago...
- What Can I Buy Today Change Purse
- Never Enough Bags
- Purse Hanger
- The Purse Cake
- They Didn't Last Very Long
- Perfect for the Beach
- Making Your Own Handbag
- Purses in the News
- Emily's Gift Card Purses with Chocolate Covered Graham Crackers
- Bag Boutique
- How Men and Women Think
- A Woman Needs
- Clean Them Out Occasionally
- Great Stuff on CafePress
- Over the Door Handbag Storage Rack
- You Choose
- Great Stuff on eBay
- Stop By and Say Hello
- Handbags in the News
