Bag & Purse Frames

Looking for tips on how to use metal purse frames? Inserting an internal wire frame into a bag or purse can give it much-needed structure that is unmatched, giving your finished purse project a polished & professional look.

But before shopping for a frame, you’ll want to choose the right sewing pattern that can walk you through the steps of making your bag the right size and shape! We carry a variety of bag frames measuring from 6” to 10” wide that coordinate with popular bag sewing patterns like the Cute as a Button Bag from Zakka Workshop. You can also use purse frames to support the Luxie Lunch Bag or Trifecta Zip Bags from Emmaline Bags.

Purse frame kits make it easy to sew a cute project in a pinch, because they include all the notions you need to make a project - for example, the Wire Frame Cosmetic Case Kit. After inserting purse frames, sew in the fabric opening with a hand sewing needle to keep the ends from popping out. The rubber tips will dull the metal sides to prevent them from rubbing through the fabric over time, but it never hurts to fuse a layer of stabilizer to thin fabrics to add that extra layer of protection. Get all your purse frames, supplies, and fabrics at Missouri Star!