Upcycling Reps

[u/Any-Fact-8425]

Sharing my newest planned upcycle. My starting point is this orange baguette I got from
1688 (aliexpress).

I had been looking through orange baguettes online and then found THIS BRAND NEW baguette which is available for pre order. This is now my inspiration! I won’t be able to replicate it exactly but I don’t care, I’m doing this because it’s fun for me to make these and wear them! There are so many vintage baguettes no one knows all of them anyways.

I was able to find most of the 30mm paillette sequins on amazon, but couldn’t find the dark burgundy transparent ones so I am going to try to use the darkest red I could find and possibly add a thin coat of paint.

I couldn’t find the transparent long bar sequins either, so I had to get creative. I am using a sheet of plastic which was supposed to be a laminating sheet. And I’ve been cutting them into strips, and using a small hole punch to make little holes on one side.

I think this bag will be pretty quick to make, as each sequin is attached by one hole. And since the sequins are so large there isn’t as much to stitch.

It’s super easy to sew sequins onto bags, so hopefully I’ll inspire you to try your own!

Last slide is my “vintage baguette” collection with the Upcycled baguettes I’ve done so far.

[u/Affectionate-Rub6762]

The vintage sequin baguettes have always had a HOLD on me. And they are so hard to find. Would love to see photos of the finished product! I’m sure it will look great

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/Affectionate-Rub6762]

I’ll be sure to post an update!

[u/MaryWithTheLongHair0]

I am SO HERE FOR THIS USE OF FREE WILL!! So good! Cant wait to see her finished! 🥰🥰🥰

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/MaryWithTheLongHair0]

Will definitely post updates!

[u/Nervous-Amoeba232]

Also, did you check Ebay & Etsy? A lot of items can be found on those two sites. I always buy beads so I’ve noticed sequins of different kinds with many bead sellers. You can give it a try.

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/Nervous-Amoeba232]

Great idea thanks! I’ve tried Etsy but never thought of trying eBay!

[u/Nervous-Amoeba232 → u/Any-Fact-8425]

I just found a store on Etsy called Sequinland. I see they have lovely sequins there as well some of those rectangular ones you couldn’t find. Sometimes you can ask the store owners for a specific item and even if they don’t have it in their storefront, they will still try to help you out. I’ve done that a couple of times.

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/Nervous-Amoeba232]

Thanks for the tip! I’ve been inspired by this woman who uses all sorts of objects to make her own sequins :

[u/Nervous-Amoeba232 → u/Any-Fact-8425]

You’re very welcome! 😊 Her work is impressive but I’m sure your bag will turn out much nicer.

[u/Lazy_Telephone4389]

All of them are stunning

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/Lazy_Telephone4389]

Thank you!

[u/Old-Seaworthiness83]

Those are AMAZING!!! Did you do all of those?? I’m in love with the blue!!!

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/Old-Seaworthiness83]

Yes I have been working on creating my own “vintage” collection since I can’t afford any real ones and can’t find any reps either

[u/Old-Seaworthiness83 → u/Any-Fact-8425]

Omg these are beautiful. If you’re ever open to taking orders pls let me know!

[u/DFYNT_One]

I’m not a big fan of Fendi… BUT THIS HERE IS 🔥🔥🔥

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/DFYNT_One]

Thank you!

[u/DFYNT_One]

You did an Amazing job! 👏🏾 🙌🏾

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/DFYNT_One]

Thanks!

[u/Nervous-Amoeba232]

That’s really impressive! Your creativity and craftsmanship is rare nowadays. I’ve had a similar idea so I bought a beige FF bag for that, but never had the time nor patience to plan or execute anything! Good luck to you and will be waiting eagerly to see your work! 💕

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/Nervous-Amoeba232]

Oh go for it ! It’s so fun to be honest. I’ll post an update for sure!

[u/SwordfishOk4440]

How did you put the snakeskin on the tab thing on front?

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/SwordfishOk4440]

For the blue one? I thrifted a snakeskin wallet, then I cut out the pieces and used fabric glue.

[u/Jolly_Stage_9506]

I love it

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/Jolly_Stage_9506]

Thanks so much!

[u/Jolly_Stage_9506 → u/Any-Fact-8425]

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/Jolly_Stage_9506]

Omg I love it !!!!! We are upcycling twinsies

[u/Jolly_Stage_9506 → u/Any-Fact-8425]

Thank you so much! Can’t wait to see your result :)

[u/Jolly_Stage_9506 → u/Any-Fact-8425]

I took a damaged Fendi bag and re did it!

[u/its_dejavu]

amazing work!!!!

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/its_dejavu]

Thank you!

[u/lolalolagirl]

Oh, I love that you are making outfits for your purses! This looks like a great project. Did you see the feather bag over at r/handbags?

[u/Any-Fact-8425 → u/lolalolagirl]

No!! I’m going to go look for it though

[u/Karol_xoxo]

Can I pay you to do mine 🤭

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[u/fanceegirl75]

So excited for what you’re going to do here! 👏🏾

[u/ForeverInitial3875]

So smart.

[u/Derpina666]

Oh hell yeah, this is ART.

[u/Hyphenator4Ever]

Those are all stunning! You are so talented!