VintiqueDesigns presents a vintage Linen bag with handmade Leather straps. We've found the most amazing print Linen - vintage 100% Linen - with the look of Old World Linen, and made it into our "Melissa" bag, using a pattern of the same name.
With a long, narrow bag body of Linen, we've handmade Leather shoulder straps, and a strap closure over a vintage pressed metal button. The coordinating cotton lining is new fabric, selected to accent the faded Roses of the Linen.
Our buying Melissa bag measures 16.5" across the bottom, decreasing to 13" at the top, X a height of 11.5" X a 2.5" depth. Two dark Leather straps are 20" long, each, and fit comfortably over the shoulder and under your arm. Two small outer pockets are on each gusset side, small enough for car keys, sunglasses, etc., and two large patch pockets are inside.
The vintage Linen is backed with heavy-weight fusible decor interfacing to stabilize the vintage fabrics, and help the bag to keep it's shape, and the lining is backed with a light-weight fusible interfacing for long-wear and use. A rigid bottom is attached in it's own bag between the lining and outer fabric to prevent sagging, and allow the bag to retain it's classic slender shape.
VintiqueDesigns uses pre-laundered fabrics to prevent shrinking and fading. All seams are finished professionally on a serger. This bag should NOT be washed - spot cleaned only.
Product code: Old buying World Printed Linen Handbag Roses Linen Purse