Purse and Briefcase

I've been wanting to make one of these ever since first seeing the one on Becky Roberts' blog. You can find the instructions on her blog. I made my just like hers except I used cardstock for the handle since I didn't have the right ribbon. I think it turned out okay. I used the half pearl from my Pretties Kit.

I thought about making a masculine version for Father's Day. Instead of using the scallop circle for the cover, I used another Top Note Die. I also used a shorter piece of cardstock for the handle.

For the enclosure, I poked a couple of holes and inserted a piece of elastic cord which I tied on the back to secure it. To hide the holes, I used one of the labels from the Matchbox Die and placed a sentiment on it. The cord goes around the large brad and keeps the case closed. You could also use a large button, but this was all I had.

Here's a picture of the back and top. Everything I used for both projects are from Stampin' Up except the large brad on the briefcase.

Stamps: Matchbox Messages

Papers: Bella Rose, Autumn Vine, Riding Hood Red, Kiwi Kiss, Chocolate Chip

Tools: Top Note Die, large Scallop Circle Die, circle cutter, 5-petal flower punch

Other: mini brads, Pretties Kit, elastic cord