A Vintage Structured Handbag Gets The Glitter Treatment

Vintage Structured Handbag Gets The Glitter Treatment

I bought this structured ladylike bag at a Goodwill back in 2005 when I was collecting vintage handbags. Lucky me, it's on trend now, but just a little too brown, a little too plain, a little too... well, ladylike! Glitter is the antidote. Lots and lots of glitter. I could have stopped at the first layer of gold flecks--it does look good--but that didn't quite cut it.
"Needs more glitter!" That was the mantra. I make no apologies for my gaudy taste. 8)

Click here to see my tutorial for how to cover things in glitter without making a mess.

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Filed in: Accessories, DIY, Vintage by Annie Spandex.


44 Responses to “A Vintage Structured Handbag Gets The Glitter Treatment”

  1. All Women Stalker, on October 1st, 2010 at 8:47 am Said:

    That is not gaudy at all. That is ULTRA FAB.

  2. ediot, on October 1st, 2010 at 9:12 am Said:

    what a fantastic idea lovely annie- i adore your DIY”s
    man i wish i could live close to you so we could diy all day long.
    happy weekend!

    xx

  3. hannahlizabeth, on October 1st, 2010 at 9:31 am Said:

    Holy smokes this is really clever!

  4. Susan, on October 1st, 2010 at 9:44 am Said:

    Love, love, love it. I want to carry it with me to the Stars concert next week!

    GLOSSING OVER IT

  5. Bunny, on October 1st, 2010 at 10:53 am Said:

    Ha..When I got to the second picture I was like “That”s all the glitter?”

    Awesome!

  6. daisychain, on October 1st, 2010 at 1:10 pm Said:

    Amazing.

    I am going to make “needs more glitter” my mantra for life.

  7. stylefyles, on October 1st, 2010 at 2:12 pm Said:

    LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE glitter. hahah. Nice!

  8. Sherin, on October 1st, 2010 at 4:25 pm Said:

    Love it: it looks so perfectly vintage.

  9. ...love Maegan, on October 1st, 2010 at 5:05 pm Said:

    ooooooh, fantastic!

  10. suzanne, on October 1st, 2010 at 5:29 pm Said:

    This is brilliant! Thanks for sharing!

  11. Marlena, on October 1st, 2010 at 7:20 pm Said:

    It looks fantastic! <3

  12. maya (byebyesoccermom), on October 1st, 2010 at 9:36 pm Said:

    i really like this one! well done!

  13. Stella, on October 1st, 2010 at 10:48 pm Said:

    I love the glitter treatment, Annie!
    You and your ideas are fantastic.

  14. vasilieva, on October 2nd, 2010 at 12:46 am Said:

    these bags are totally gorge, loving the classy feel

    vasilieva
    http://elenavasilieva.blogspot.com/
    xx

  15. Annie Spandex, on October 2nd, 2010 at 3:58 am Said:

    Meream – How about ultra fab gaudy? ;)

    ediot – The sentiment is mutual!! That would be so much fun!! xx

    Susan – I”d let you borrow it if I could!

    Bunny – LOL! I love it!

    daisychain – You just gave me an idea! I think we need “NEEDS MORE GLITTER!” garlands like the ones that say “HAPPY BIRTHDAY!” etc.. Ohhhhhhh, man, I think I”m going to try and make that happen, and hang it right above my desk!

    stylefyles – Lol, I know you do! xx

    Sherin – It”s vintage all right. ;)

    E V E R Y O N E – Thank you!!! Fantastic seems to be the word for this. I really appreciate the feedback! Love! xoxx

  16. Danielle, on October 2nd, 2010 at 11:30 am Said:

    Looks awesome!

    I”ve got one from the 60”s covered in some indestructible super-glitter.

  17. chloe, on October 2nd, 2010 at 5:27 pm Said:

    haha, yes, its much more “annie” now! x

  18. Sophie, on October 2nd, 2010 at 11:27 pm Said:

    That is just a great idea! Loved how it turned out.

    xo
    Sophie

  19. PinkBow, on October 3rd, 2010 at 4:21 am Said:

    i love this, what a great idea!

  20. Style Eyes, on October 3rd, 2010 at 3:42 pm Said:

    I love it. I would definitely go for the full on glitter rather than a few sparkles too.

  21. districtofchic, on October 3rd, 2010 at 4:58 pm Said:

    That”s a pretty damn genius DIY. Making a mental note for future thrifting outings…

  22. daywalker, on October 3rd, 2010 at 5:40 pm Said:

    looks awesome, it reminds me of my old bicycle seat when i was a kid :)

  23. Charlotte, on October 3rd, 2010 at 5:43 pm Said:

    WOWWW this is incredible! And those shoes are amazing! What type of glue is it because I don”t think I”ve ever heard of that brand and I would love to try this. Very clever with mixing the glitter in with glue instead of just putting glitter on top of the glue.. love it! :) x

  24. WendyB, on October 4th, 2010 at 12:28 am Said:

    Wow! Looks fantastic.

  25. x Corrine/Frock & Roll x, on October 4th, 2010 at 6:00 am Said:

    Annie, you are too flipping clever. This is amazing!

  26. The Licentiate, on October 4th, 2010 at 7:00 am Said:

    Wowsa! I think that NEEDS MORE GLITTER may be my new life mantra.

  27. Imogen, on October 4th, 2010 at 8:01 am Said:

    Gorgeous! I am so impressed and the result is amazing. I wish I had this bag.

  28. ediot, on October 4th, 2010 at 9:13 am Said:

    ah youre so right- haha. it was on the worst of times. but still- im glad it didn”t happen when i was at the twenty8twelve show–then i would”ve died..best thing i ever did was to go there.
    hope you had a nice weekend
    xx

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  30. Isabel, on October 4th, 2010 at 10:28 pm Said:

    i love this!

  31. orchid, on October 5th, 2010 at 12:05 am Said:

    wow what a transformation!!! yoo are so talented my dear!!!

    I am travelling and no access to my blog so havent been able to get online much. hope all is well and i miss blogging and reading your blog too. i am trying to get online every chance i get.cheers!!!

  32. erinsapparel, on October 5th, 2010 at 2:41 am Said:

    excellent, excellent, excellent…

  33. Annie Spandex, on October 5th, 2010 at 5:10 pm Said:

    Danielle – The thought of indestructible super-glitter makes me smile. :)

    daywalker – Sounds like you had a cool bicycle!

    Charlotte – Look for decoupage glue at a crafts store. :)

    ediot – I”m so glad it worked out!! x

    orchid – Have fun traveling! Keep in touch! x

    EVERYONE – Thanks so much!! xoxox

  34. The Fashion Buzz, on October 6th, 2010 at 3:35 am Said:

    It”s usually the hand-made items which really look the best as they stand out more! Great bag, looks very eye-catching!

  35. Glossed & Found, on October 6th, 2010 at 10:35 am Said:

    This is a fantastic DIY. Love your style and blog!

    We would love for you to stop by ours!

    <3 Glossed&Found

  36. maya (byebyesoccermom), on October 6th, 2010 at 5:21 pm Said:

    hi annie, i am popping in again here. just wanted to thank you for “introducing” me to Music City Thrift. I went (it”s been months back) and got me a beautiful skirt and colorful earrings. please check out my post from today.
    xx

  37. Kristin, on October 12th, 2010 at 6:43 pm Said:

    Glitter gaudy? Noooo. Then color me gaudy. I looooove sparkle!

  38. chummy, on October 19th, 2010 at 12:24 pm Said:

    hye Anie, looks fantastic – good job.

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  41. Karen Myers, on April 25th, 2011 at 7:27 am Said:

    exactly why

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  44. Cameron Chinchilla, on July 26th, 2011 at 3:38 pm Said:

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