How to make the leather straps for the purse?
Cut the leather into 2 strips of desired lengths with a width of approx. 1.5 inches wide. Cut the cord to a length that is shorter than the leather strap by 4 inches. You need 2 of these. Stick the cord onto the wrong side of the leather strap with the glue. Position the cord at the center. It should start and end at 2 inches from the edges at both ends of the leather strap. Fold and stitch the leather in half lengthwise. Stitches should start and end at 2 inches from the edges at both ends. Flatten the ends into triangles. Use the glue to position them onto the purse. To secure and attach the handle to the purse, stitch at about 5mm around the edges of the triangles. This is the easiest way to recycle leather for purse handle.
