Embroidered Regency Reticule: Part 2
The embroidered reticule is finished.
I randomly placed gold spangles (or paillettes) throughout the three non-embroidered sides of the reticule. Although I didn't do a good job of capturing it on film, the spangles flash and shine in all types of lighting, making the reticule a jewel of an accessory.
I am extremely pleased with the shape of the reticule, and it's nice and large, making it ample enough to carry whatever I want during the festival.
I am not so thrilled with my color choice of tassels and ribbon handle. The red, white and blue is very French Directoir, but I don't think it matches the embroidery. Also, the green floss I used for the (very frizzy) tassels, was all I had on hand, and it clashes to my eye. I will replace both items as soon as I can find a color scheme that I'm happy with. But, for now, the bag is done.
Comments
Is there cardboard on the bottom inside? Can it be folded in the middle (it looks like that in the very last photo)?
I hope you'll find tassels and a ribbon matching your taste better.
Such a cute little accessory :)
Sabine