Cut Out + Keep

Hands Free Leather Pockets

Awesome alternative to a boring purse

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/hands-free-leather-pockets • Posted by mountainlove

I created a harness with up cycled things I found in thrift stores using leather, and hardware from other purses and belts. I punched holes using leather punch and used rivets to attach pieces together. I added some hand stitched embellishment to add a pop of color. I also used snaps to make the flaps on pockets close securely. Oval metal ring from an old purse for holding keys. Adding extra pockets to outside of pockets also give a quick spot for cellphone access. I love mine I can't do purses ever again. My hands are finally free!

You will need

Project Budget
Reasonably Priced

Time

3 h 00

Difficulty

So-so
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Description

I created a harness with up cycled things I found in thrift stores using leather, and hardware from other purses and belts. I punched holes using leather punch and used rivets to attach pieces together. I added some hand stitched embellishment to add a pop of color. I also used snaps to make the flaps on pockets close securely. Oval metal ring from an old purse for holding keys. Adding extra pockets to outside of pockets also give a quick spot for cellphone access. I love mine I can't do purses ever again. My hands are finally free!

Instructions

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    Make a basic harness to custom fit whomever is going to wear pockets.

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    Attach pockets add any hand stitching in color with embroidery floss.

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    You'll be happy to have an awesome working piece of leather accessory that gives you the freedom of you hands yippie! Without the excess baggage no pun intended :)