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Style Stitches Perfectly Pleated Clutch

5/9/2011

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Wow, it is the beginning of May and I already have my clutch done!  I was really excited to start working on it, and nothing better than getting something crossed off the list.  I really enjoyed working on this one, and it came together really quickly, and honestly I thought it was pretty darn easy, maybe the more Amy Butler patterns you accomplish, the easier they get?  I hope so!
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I changed a few things with this pattern (and maybe that's why I think it was easier!)  I did not use the zipper installation method Amy Butler suggest, after learning a hard lesson with six Origami bags, I knew I wouldn't do it like that again.  I used the Noodlehead tutorial, and installed little tabs on the ends.  I love this method, and it creates such a wonderful edge and a clean finish.  I only made the tabs about 1/4" and then narrowed my seam in that area to about 1/4", so that I would have the same amount of opening space, which worked out perfectly.  When it comes time to attach the handle (or baste it) I also did a zig-zag stitch to really attach the handle on the bag, I don't want pulled or ripped seams.  Other than that, I didn't change anything else.
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Originally, I thought the bag shape was a little weird, but now that I have made it, I rather like it and think it really accentuates the pleats.  I love the fact that Amy Butler had you create different size pleats ranging from 3/8" to 5/8", this really made the pleat process easier, because each one didn't have to match perfectly.  The only thing I would do differently if I made it again, would be to lengthen the handle just a tad bit.  I found it a bit to snug to put on quickly, and honestly who wants to fight getting the strap on your wrist?  If I made it again, I would add about 1/2" to 1" in the overall length.  Bree over at My Crafty Crap, (don't you just love that blog name) did just that, and added just a touch of length to her strap, and she said it fit perfectly!  Awesome!
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As a last little touch, I added the little hummingbird broach to it, and thought that it added that "little something extra!"  I made the medium sized clutch, and thought it was the perfect size for a night out on the town.  Now all I need is a baby sitter!
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Bree link
5/9/2011 03:29:59 am

It turned out gorgeous! I love the fabric you used & that broach is a perfect finishing touch.

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Leanne link
5/10/2011 12:43:32 am

It's beautiful, you do such excellent work! Those pleats are seriously calling me.

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Bree link
5/19/2011 01:51:43 am

I've featured your clutch in my monthly inspiration post!

<a href="http://my-crafty-crap.blogspot.com/2011/05/perfectly-pleated-clutch-inspiration.html">http://my-crafty-crap.blogspot.com/2011/05/perfectly-pleated-clutch-inspiration.html</a>

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Robin link
5/26/2011 06:56:15 pm

Gorgeous!!! Truly, you have done a beautiful job. Thanks for the link to Noodlehead's zipper tutorial-- so helpful (and soooo much better than the AB method!). :)

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Deanna link
5/29/2011 09:07:11 am

I love this - love the texture the pleats add.

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