Tomorrow, January 24th, is my first official day of business.
Since the kimono arrived I’ve been sorting out which will be sold as is and which will be used as raw materials for my fabric creations. I’ve got 3 jackets in the making, and several scarves and bags waiting to be assembled.
I’ve also been working on a clutch bag design. Thus far I’ve made 4 complete ones, and I think they look cute. I don’t know what anyone else will think, however, so I’ll show you. Here you go:
This purse can be used as an evening clutch bag, a make-up bag, or anything that takes your fancy. It has a pocket inside and it’s closed with the ribbon. The choice is yours as to whether you tie it in a fancy bow, or you keep it simple with a knot and let the ribbon hang. This particular one is made from all new fabrics: Japanese polyester crepe for the outside shell, cotton drill lining, Japanese cotton for the pocket, and 6cm wide Japanese taffeta ribbon.
I’m experimenting with taffeta, satin and other types of ribbon, and I’m planning to make some clutches with vintage kimono fabric from the latest arrivals. They should look fantastic and I’m really excited about seeing them come together!
In other news, I’m redesigning the deBartz Web site and adding an online store. The new site with a have a simple, clean look and, I hope, be much easier to figure out! Stay tuned!
