So I finally watched the Turenne bag video and the lancette handle video like 20 times each and decided to give it a go by making my own pattern for a handbag. I searched sizing of popular handbags online and looked at a few LV bags my girlfriend owns and came up with my dimensions. These pics are before I conditioned the outside to blend/remove any scuffs or glue left overs too.
I used Anilin Calf in Cognac split to 1.2mm. I used a 1mm inner piece of Vegtan to give it stiffness and then lined with a .9mm Suede Double Butt Calfskin. The thread is from Rocky Mountain leather and it is called MasterFil Premium Waxed Linen and I used my 3.38 pricking irons on the whole piece
I'll admit it was an easier project than I anticipated but still very challenging at times.
I am not new to leather work as I have been doing it off and on for about 5 years but I am new to almost every technique Phil teaches here on @Leathercraft Masterclass . As I have learned the difference, I had always used "Western" techniques that served me well on strap work and rough bulky wallets. I have to say I have really enjoyed learning more and more about the art of "Luxury" leather work and craftsmanship. I never would of attempted this or even knew where to start on a project of this size without Phil and all of the master minds in the group sharing what they know. I actually joined this course to learn how to make watch straps that was to be my pinnacle project and I haven't even started that yet lol
Now I am not totally pleased with the edge work and my gluing abilities. I still may do a round of edge paint to hide the blemishes but for a 1st time, I am rather happy. So without further ado, here is my take of the Turenne without a zip top and using a lancette-ish handle. for reference, it is 16"L x 9"W x10.5T"
Fantastic work and thanks for sharing. I'm in a bit of a slump in staying motivated and seeing this has given me a bit of much need motivation.
It looks great! I'm still trying to build up the nerve to tackle the design. I'm awful with making the stitching holes. The holes on the gusset are never the correct number to math up with the front and back of the bag. I get so frustrated i cross my arms and lick out my tongue like a petulant 5 year old...LOLOLOL
@kwrcst Incredible work there. Adapting what you know with new ideas and techniques. Great to see.
I'm sure that bag and your efforts will make the end user very happy!
That looks great. I am definitely not an expert in fine leatherwork (which is why I'm here), but if someone had made me this bag, I would be very happy - and if I was the "someone", I'd also be very happy! I'm sure, like with all "firsts", there are areas where you will want to improve, but as a first-time make, I think you could call it a success.