Agatha

Inspiration

I knew that I wanted to create a goldwork bag. After a visit to the Hermitage in St. Petersburg and a studied viewing of the red boudoir of the Empress, I knew I had to create a red purse. Because this bag combines organza and velvet, two fabrics that hearken back to an earlier time, antique gold thread seemed obvious. The addition of gold sequins and Swarovski crystals completed the dominant image on this purse.

Composition

FABRIC: VELVET + ORGANZA (LINING : LINEN)

MATERIALS: TOHO BEADS, CRYSTAL, SEQUINS, FRENCH WIRE, JAPANESE GOLD THREADS, METAL FRAME

MEASUREMENTS: 25CM X 26CM (WIDEST POINT)

HANDLE: 29 CM

CARE: ONLY DRY CLEANING

Jacqueline

The bags in my collection are made with the highest quality materials, sourced from all over the world. My goal is to create an “antique” look that will stand the test of time. I use gold and silver threads from Japan for shine and elegance. The beads worked into my designs are also from Japan (Toho or Miyuki beads) or from the Czech Republic (Preciosa beads). The sequins in my work are sourced from France and Italy, and the crystals from Swarovski. I use natural pearls or order them from Swarovski as well. Each of my handbags is designed to be a piece of wearable art. To keep them looking their best, treat them either as antiques or as pieces of jewelry. Avoid overloading them and they will retain their beauty for years to come.

I use high quality materials in my works. This means a longer life for the handbag, a beautiful shine and and flawless look. If I need to achieve an "antique" look, high quality materials are must. I use mostly Japanese toho or miyuki beads, less often I use Czech preciosa beads. My gold and silver threads also come from Japan. Products with silver/golden threads are especially fragile and require special care. Crystals and pearls (if not natural) I order from Swarovski. Sequins I work with come from France and Italy.
My handmade handbags are not for common everyday use (rather special events/occasions) and not for carrying extra heavy things in them. Think of them as an antique if you want them to live and serve you long. :)

310,00 €

Agatha is a statement piece of old-world style. Red was once the color of royalty and wealth, and the antique gold tones in the trim suggest that this bag will be passed from generation to generation. This lovely purse design features red velvet and organza in a sheer, smooth combination. The layers are decorated with tiny beads across the body of the bag, and a large gold key dominates the decorative pattern. Gold thread from japan, gold gimp, swarovski crystals, and french sequins were used in the creation of this bag to create an old-world beauty to use in your modern life. As a piece of wearable art, you will want to protect this bag from excess weight; carry only light things in your beautiful Agatha bag.