How to Jazz Up a Handbag
Add a scarf., Pin up a sparkly brooch to the front of your handbag., Sew on some stuff., Choose the right one., Add some glitter and metallics!, Add keychains., Paint your bag., Replace the straps with thick chains., If it's a cloth handbag, add...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Add a scarf.
Tie a cool scarf on to the handle of your handbag.
You can choose between the prints of your scarf.
There's floral, animal print, striped, plaid.
Even a plain but bright colored scarf looks great. -
Step 2: Pin up a sparkly brooch to the front of your handbag.
That will add some chic bling to your handbag. , Great choices are that you can sew on lace (A classic choice) or sequins (Total bling). Maybe beaded trim by the yard. , If you want a personalized handbag, you can try buying a plain one and personalizing it yourself, by following the steps above.
If you want one that is already personalized, look online, ask for advice, check for sales, and know what you like. , You can use stick ons, but be careful
-- they can easily fall off.
You can also simply just buy a bag with glitter or sprinkle some glitter. , Make sure the colors can easily compromise with the handbag, and pick ones that stick to the purpose. , If your leather bag has lost its shine, a coat or two of paint will revive it.
Depending on the texture you want you can either use spray paint or acrylic paint.
Use spray paint for a cleaner look.
For more texture, apply the acrylic paint using a sponge.
Paint your bag black or brown for a classy look.
You can even paint it gold or silver.
It will look like a brand new bag, and you'll keep up with the latest trends. , That will add more flair to the handbag. , You may want to add badges of your favorite sports team, or just maybe smiley emoticon badges. -
Step 3: Sew on some stuff.
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Step 4: Choose the right one.
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Step 5: Add some glitter and metallics!
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Step 6: Add keychains.
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Step 7: Paint your bag.
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Step 8: Replace the straps with thick chains.
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Step 9: If it's a cloth handbag
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Step 10: add some badges to it.
Detailed Guide
Tie a cool scarf on to the handle of your handbag.
You can choose between the prints of your scarf.
There's floral, animal print, striped, plaid.
Even a plain but bright colored scarf looks great.
That will add some chic bling to your handbag. , Great choices are that you can sew on lace (A classic choice) or sequins (Total bling). Maybe beaded trim by the yard. , If you want a personalized handbag, you can try buying a plain one and personalizing it yourself, by following the steps above.
If you want one that is already personalized, look online, ask for advice, check for sales, and know what you like. , You can use stick ons, but be careful
-- they can easily fall off.
You can also simply just buy a bag with glitter or sprinkle some glitter. , Make sure the colors can easily compromise with the handbag, and pick ones that stick to the purpose. , If your leather bag has lost its shine, a coat or two of paint will revive it.
Depending on the texture you want you can either use spray paint or acrylic paint.
Use spray paint for a cleaner look.
For more texture, apply the acrylic paint using a sponge.
Paint your bag black or brown for a classy look.
You can even paint it gold or silver.
It will look like a brand new bag, and you'll keep up with the latest trends. , That will add more flair to the handbag. , You may want to add badges of your favorite sports team, or just maybe smiley emoticon badges.
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