I have some progress to share on my red and black purse:
The beaded piece was too big as a whole so I cut it and used it in 2 places. I think this balances out nicely.
I also (painstakingly) restrung every bead and rhinestone on them to be sure they didn't loosen up. It is a vintage piece and it was handmade so I wanted to be sure that they stayed put.
