Phil Oh spotted this elegant Charlotte Olympia Pandora clutch during Paris Fashion Week and we spotted a DIY. Prada, Chanel & Fendi seem to be seeing clearly too because let’s face it, nothing says “I ain’t got shit to hide” like a transparent clutch.
You’ll need:– a clear rectangular hinged box from The Container Store
– a pretty knob from Anthropologie
– a pair of pliers or a wrench
– a heavy duty wire cutter
– a drill
– a pointed drill bit
You’ll start by drilling a hole at the top of the plastic box. Use a drill bit that is one size larger than the diameter of the bolt on the knob, otherwise the plastic might crack. Open the lid and slowly drill a hole in the center of the box with very light pressure. Please wear protective eyewear and use caution! You can practice by drilling a few holes into the cover of a plastic CD case. Once the hole is drilled, use wire cutters to trim about an inch off the bolt. You’ll notice that your knob comes with two sets of nuts and washers. Remove one set with your wrench or pliers. (Click images to enlarge)
Push the knob through the hole of the box and replace the washer and nut. Tighten.
Voila! You’ve just made a glassy, transparent clutch – it was that easy!
(top image by Phil Oh for Vogue.com, rest of images by Honestly…WTF)







totally love this, and your diys! <3
OMG! I adore that! I’m gonna make one ASAP! So clever to think to do it yourself. I’m going to post a link to your post in my sidebar DIY links!!! SO CUTE!!! muah!
I think I like yours better with the compartments!!! Great work!
you guys come up with the best stuff.
Wow, I am impressed! You guys nailed it. Great DIY!
This is awesome! I want to try this so badly!
AMAZING!
there is nothing you gals can’t do!
I am adding this to my list, along with the rope necklaces!
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Genius. Absolutely genius. You are filling up my Thanksgiving plans with amazing DIY!
you’re killing it on the diy scene! this is pretty epic. xx
AWESOME, LOVELY, GENIUS !!! one of the greatest ideas ever ! I’m posting this on my blog asap !
Such a great idea. I def want to try it out now!
xx
Emy
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i’m in love. this is so, so good.
Wow! What a clever idea! I love your tutorials and I can’t wait to try this one! Thanks!
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thanks guys! so glad you like it and so excited for you to try it! xx, E & L
hell yeah!! this turned out bang on, love it.
Best DIY ever???? I am so totally making this for a few friends for christmas.
Soooooo cute!!!!
absolutely loved this post! i even reblogged it
-shannyn (stylesprinkles.blogspot.com)
This is HONESTLY one of the best blogs I’ve seen in a long time … your DIYs are beyond genius.
Brilliant!
-J
Any suggestions as to where I can find the compartment box shown in the bottom picture?
I am all over this! Thank you.
This is absolutely fantastic!!
Referred this great DIY in my blog, Machine Wash Warm.
How fun. I love a good fake clutch.
WOW this is brilliant!! I want one badly. Came here via tumblr post.
That is so cute! Good job.
That is so cute! Good job.
I love this! I made one a few months ago with studs (trying to replicate the Fendi clutch) and it’s so fun to wear. Yours is fabulous! Here’s the one I made:
http://redvinesforbreakfast.blogspot.com/2010/09/diy-clear-studded-clutch.html
xo
Valerie
I love this! I made one a few months ago with studs (trying to replicate the Fendi clutch) and it’s so fun to wear. Yours is fabulous! Here’s the one I made:
http://redvinesforbreakfast.blogspot.com/2010/09/diy-clear-studded-clutch.html
xo
Valerie
wow, valerie! your studded clutch turned out amazing!
Can’t wait to make one of these for my upcoming holiday party! Thanks for the idea: http://livingthelivewire.blogspot.com/2010/12/holiday-party-diy.html
OH my gosh, beautiful. I want to make one so bad! Fabulous idea, and fabulous blog
xo, Moorea
Brilliant! I can’t wait to do this!
Seriously love this.
xx
November Grey
This has been done SO many times… sorry
Love stamp!
anyone know where i can get this or similar container in Australia???
its soo much eaiser and cheaper to DIY in US than it is in australia to too over priced.
Hi, please HELP me. I NEED this clutch but can not find here in Brazil this box. You could not contact me? I send you money and you send me the product?
The store you mentioned, only ship in Canada, if only deliver in Orlando, I have family there.
Thank you, I await a return.
Hi Erica,
I used this tutorial to make my version of clear clutch with a clear door knob. I also, attached ice-cubes to mine and it ended up kind of looking like Chanel parfume container… so, I put “N 5” to the front. Please, please check it out:
http://byebyesoccermom.blogspot.com/2011/03/diy-cool-accessories.html
love your blog and all you D.I.Y’s
xx
maya
Maya, amazing job! Looks FAB! Honestly!! xx
I’m a new fan! Great work ladies!
hi everybody i think this is perfect DIY and want to do it but this site posted do not send things to europe so is there somebody who knew other side from where i can get box thanks
Love!!!! I go to do NOW! Thanks 😀
Hi! I’ve loved your tutorial so I’ve wrote a post with this link, I hope that you don’t mind!
Here’s the link!
This looks so cute!
i am in australia..can not find a box like this…help
Cool tutorial. @Amanda – you can find boxes like that at any shop that sells tools. It’s used to keep tools like screwdrivers inside.
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Such a good idea!!
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Fantastic!!!
nice idea, but i’m somehow more interested in the black bracelet with metal pellets on that’s on the last photo. did you make it yourself? could you tell me more about it?
how do you make the bracelets shes wearing?! i NEED to know!
oh my geez. I love this. I LOVE this.
but of course being the dope that I am, I bought the clear hinged container that’s just a hinge and doesn’t close on its own. got any ideas on how to make a clasp for it, or a small ball chain clasp similar to the one on the charlotte olympia clutch? I’d be INDEBTED. my box is sitting on the desk looking very sad as I’m trying to figure out how to close it.
lurve this site girls. mad genius. <333
This is epic and chic! J’adore!!!
Hi,
What size box did you use or would you suggest?
“Nothing says I ain’t got shit to hide like a transparent clutch.” ha hilarious
I absolutely love this idea!!! Maybe i will askmy bf to make this for me for Christmas =) Thanks for sharing.
I am so doing this DIY for prom, but instead of the drawer pull i am going to glue on glass crystals for a futuristic outfit.
It’s absolutely amazing
I made a list of Clutch tutorials on my blog <3
You're in it, hope thats okay
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Hi, what size box did you use i.e. the dimensions? Or what would you suggest? Thank you.
Question.. I have been searching on the container store’s website, and I wanted to know what size did you get?.. I want to make sure I am getting the largest/right size. Than you
-AM
It’s possible to have the diy of the bracelet in the last picture ? Or if you have buy it, where? thanks.
Love the brown leather bracelet in the last picture. It’s possible to have de DIY? Thanks in advance.
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Hi, please HELP me. I NEED this clutch but can not find here in Brazil this box. You could not contact me? I send you money and you send me the product?
The store you mentioned, only ship in Canada, if only deliver in Orlando, I have family there.
Thank you, I await a return.
LOVE it! Thank you for sharing. I’ve been looking at lucite clutches on eBay, and am excited to make this ASAP!
You guys are the best! I love youe DIYs especially the bracelets! keep making them! <3
How did you make the compartments in the case?
LOVE! I linked people to your great post xoxo
Couldn’t you attach a chain and make a shoulder bag??? Just a thought
@Abi that is a great idea!
can I buy one from you? I’m a horrible DIYer!!!
I love this! You are so creative and talented! I am thinking of trying to make this with a drawer pull that has two holes, so I can have a little handle to carry it. And maybe embellish it with rhinestones!
wow thats really amazing, i will try… thank honestlywtf.com
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Could anyone tell me what size drill bit was used for this diy? Thank you!
Could anyone tell me what size ??
Awesome idea. I will tell my friend to made it for me, because he have various tools.