BurdaStyle is a great source for all kinds of trendy and fashionable sewing projects.
Clutch purses make great easy to carry purses for dressy occasions.  This free how-to for a ruffled clutch purse is perfect for summer weddings, parties and more.

Think about how pretty that would in a nice, crisp duppioni silk?  Or with contrasting rufflesa and an embroidered accent?  You could even add a short strap and turn it into a wristlet, or add a longer skinny strap to slip over your shoulder.
So many options…
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