I have a frustrating habit of getting in my head the EXACT item that I want, be it an item of clothing, jewellery, notebook...or any number of other things! Of course, it seems from my experience almost certain that this item is NOT available for purchase in line with my exact specifications (often sketched in my notebook, and then broken down architecturally into a series of plans, sections and elevations!). Sadly, there comes only three real options:
1) Make it myself
(most common and stress-relieving scenario, as I am able to create exactly what I want! Although often this is not possible if I do not have access to materials/equipment necessary for production...)
2) Commision someone else to create item for me
(I would almost never do this following too many disappointing experiences in the past. This is also often an expensive route considering the uncertaintly of the outcome)
3) Settle for something simillar that is available in the current market place
(In recent times this has been, sadly, a common occurence. It is often shortly followed by regret and further disappointment that said item is not EXACTLY perfect, and then the cycle repeats as I continue searching for something more perfect than the last misformed item!)
Currently in my head I have the idea of the PERFECT leather shopper. However, I have not been able to track one like it down anywhere so far. In attempts to fall under category 1, and construct it myself (hey, I did leatherwork as a Friday craft session in year one!) I tried to track down a hide while in Melbourne last weekend and couldn't find any that were what I wanted. Instead, I have jumped to category 3 - risky business! and have tracked down three possibly suitable options...
Rachel Ruddick leather shopper
$380
Kate Sheridan
$419 (Reduced to $196 on ASOS... not a big fan of the exposed zip? Although I could wear it on the inside, which could actually be convenient...)
AND
ASOS Leather Shopper (I know, I know, the colours! The colours?!)
$112
