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The Decorated Bag is a fun, stylish collection of 25 “must-have” bags inspired by the look of designer originals. Shown in full-page color photographs, purses, envelopes, totes, and shoulder bags are accompanied by simple, step-by-step directions. Most of the designs are created by embellishing inexpensive store-bought bags, but patterns for sewing four popular styles are also included. From a velvet purse with a faux leopard lining and shimmering rhinestones to a casual knitted tote decorated with vintage buttons, The Decorated Bag presents an array of stylish bags for every occasion.

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Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Home Arts; First edition (June 1, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 158011296X
ISBN-13: 978-1580112963
Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #287,550 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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WITH HIP STYLE and sparkling imagination, The Decorated Bag brings the fabulous, must-have accessory, the handbag, within your reach without having to spend a small fortune. Read the first page

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featured bag, hobo bag, faux suede, permanent adhesive, bag lining, bucket bag, designer bags, glue side, design tip, layout diagram, threaded needle, rotary cutter

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1.0 out of 5 stars Fooled by the Cover, May 21, 2006

By	Purse Artist (CA United States) - See all my reviews

I was attracted to this book by its cover, so I pre-ordered it. After waiting 3+ months past the release date (Feb 6, 2006) it finally arrived in early May. Wow, what a disappointment! I was expecting some upscale professional design ideas for handbag embellishment. Instead, the ideas in this book are very cutsey-poo and childish. The only nice design is on the cover. These designs might be appropriate for very young girls (faux fur, poodle appliques, felt cat with rhinestones, pom-poms, costume jewelry decorations, etc) but not for the sophisticated handbag creator. A better choice for elegant handbag embellishment would be Stephane Kimura's BAGS WITH STYLE, or Barbara Weilands new book SEW EASY DESIGNER BAGS & TOTES.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Something for everyone, July 27, 2006

By	S. A. Fennell (NY, NY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

After hesitating to purchase this book due to the negative reviewer, I finally got a copy and disagree with her. Yes, some of the designs are very 'young', but a lot of things seem very youth-oriented lately (obviously more a reflection of my advancing years than anything else!). And with the eclectic mix in this book cetainly not all of them fall into that category. Plus, while I have quite a few handbag design & embellishment books myself, there are imaginative ideas in here I haven't seen anywhere else, and ones I'm actually eager to try. Stephanie Kimura's work is obviously more sophisticated, but these are a lot of fun and in my view very much worth a try.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Very Limited Appeal, April 30, 2007

By	Morning Sunshine "live well, laugh often, lov... (North, South, East, West) - See all my reviews

The title of this book is very misleading. I don't think any of these bags could qualify as designer bags and most do not use what I consider embellishments. Like a previous reviewer, I was mislead by the beaded bag on the cover, as well as by other reviews. While the book may have been very well put together and the directions clear, I think the bags themselves have very limited appeal.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Useful and filled with lots of ideas
This book is filled with tons of ideas and detailed instruction on making and decorating bags.

Published 8 months ago by D. Lyn

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for developing ideas for your own designs!
Maybe I am a different sort of artist, I purchase these types of books to aid me when I develop ideas for my own designs. Read more

Published 14 months ago by CLG

4.0 out of 5 stars Get This One!
Off the chain!! This book is all that you will need to get that project going. Very detailed and colorful. I own this book and I simply swear by it!! Very good purchase.

Published 15 months ago by sewurtricie

3.0 out of 5 stars The Decorated Bag
Unfortunately, considering the awesome beaded bag on the cover, the book was disappointing. It's difficult to purchase books online when you can't flip through them. Read more

Published 17 months ago by K. Mullins

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Instructions
I bought this book particularly for the cover purse and was very pleased to find concise, simple instructions as well as a full size pattern. Read more

Published 22 months ago by Marietta Brown

4.0 out of 5 stars The Decorated Bag: Creating Designer Handbags, Purses, and Totes Using Embellishments
some great ideas! Not everything in the book appeals to me, but to each his own. I think there are some great tips and embellishment ideas and that's what I'm always looking for.

Published on January 11, 2007 by Avid Crafter

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended for handicraft enthusiasts and weekend hobbyists
The Decorated Bag: Embellishing Handbags, Purses, And Totes by Genevieve A. Sternbenz is an eclectic collection and guide to the fun and inspiring art of embellishing hand-carried... Read more

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