I haven't made a purse yet, but it is on my 'to do' list, near the top. I'm not planning on it lasting a long time and I won't use it everyday. I get tired of purses and like to switch often. The last purse I bought I paid 30.00 for so I feel I have to use it for a few years. I still switch it out with others. I have a lot of purses because I usually buy them at the thrift store.