Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Where Handbags Are Made

Each and everyday was PACKED full of FUN in India until everyone became terribly ill with dengue fever. When you take a close look at the below photo you will see why there is a dengue outbreak in India...lots of standing water and NO spraying for mosquito's at all, anywhere.
The above photo is actually the area right by Mr. Battu's, the purse maker, shop. Incredible India...
Isn't it hard to believe that such BEAUTIFUL bags come from an alley near dengue breeding grounds?!
Mr. Battu has loads and loads of leathers in his shop. He keeps the basics upstairs in the main area and hides all the beautiful ostrich away for only his best clients. Above I am holding a lush she caramel lamb he got in. It was one of the softest leathers I have ever felt. Once you choose your leather, hardware and style Mr. Battu gets to work upstairs in his shop. He is so amazing that he can turn things around in just ONE day! Tomorrow I will spoil you with photos of what exactly Mr. Battu turned around for Cassie and I this time!

18 comments:

Mona said...

Looking forward to tomorrow's photos.
I do hope you and your parents are feeling better! xx

Carole said...

I'm so sorry that you became ill while you're there. Dengue's effects can be long lasting. I hope that you're spared that.

I've enjoyed your "travelogue" so much and can't wait to see your new bag.

Clemson Girl said...

Wow you certainly are one lucky lady to be able to do and be a part of all these wonderful things.

kp said...

Can't wait to see Hopsy!

Cari said...

I hope that you're feeling better! Such a wonderful place to visit but so scary to be ill :(

Oh, Sweet September said...

Can't wait to see photos :)

Hope you are all feeling better!!

Peachy Keen said...

Can't wait to see what beauties he created!

Hope your family is feeling better!

mFw said...

Can't wait to see the finished product!!!

Twist of Lime said...

How horrible to be ill on holiday! Feel better soon!

Buckhead Belle said...

Fun! Can't wait to see your new bag! Hope everyone is feeling better!

LillyxxGal said...

I can't wait to see your bag! Hope you are all feeling better! XOX

Sara said...

I would love to have a custom bag made; I always have such a hard time finding what I want. Can't wait to see your choice...

By the way, did you get the boots?

Beth Dunn said...

Sorry you guys got sick. I'm so looking forward to visiting my SIL in India. The bags are divine
xoxo
SC

The Pink Tutu said...

Can't wait to see the handbags! So glad you've had a wonderful visit to India. I've loved reading about your adventures. Feel better!

linda said...

Feel all better soon, Hopsy!

Pink Maple said...

I hope you and your parents are all feeling better!

I look forward to your photos, I have a weakness for handbags!

Sunnymay said...

Girl, that leather looks buttery soft, like one of my red purses except it's brown. You made some great finds.

Madison said...

How fascinating!