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DIY Transparent Clutch

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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)

115 Comments

  2. Champagne Maker    November 23, 2010

    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!

  10. Setty    November 23, 2010

    AWESOME, LOVELY, GENIUS !!! one of the greatest ideas ever ! I’m posting this on my blog asap !

  19. Mary T.    November 24, 2010

    This is HONESTLY one of the best blogs I’ve seen in a long time … your DIYs are beyond genius.

  21. Valerie    November 26, 2010

    Any suggestions as to where I can find the compartment box shown in the bottom picture?

  35. December Blues    March 2, 2011

    This has been done SO many times… sorry :(

  37. sydneygirl    March 14, 2011

    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.

  38. Rafaela Tavolaro    March 21, 2011

    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.

  42. elruddy    March 28, 2011

    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

  46. amanda    June 26, 2011

    i am in australia..can not find a box like this…help

  47. Hugo Boss Watches    June 28, 2011

    Cool tutorial. @Amanda – you can find boxes like that at any shop that sells tools. It’s used to keep tools like screwdrivers inside. :)

  48. Betty    July 4, 2011

    Most amazing fashion Blog/website ever, Love you!!!!! Your’re a Genius!! <3

  51. zoe    July 17, 2011

    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?

  52. colton    July 22, 2011

    how do you make the bracelets shes wearing?! i NEED to know!

  53. tortuga    July 25, 2011

    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

  55. Yvonne Monique Jones    August 3, 2011

    Hi,

    What size box did you use or would you suggest?

  56. taylor    October 24, 2011

    “Nothing says I ain’t got shit to hide like a transparent clutch.” ha hilarious

  57. Gusichka    December 16, 2011

    I absolutely love this idea!!! Maybe i will askmy bf to make this for me for Christmas =) Thanks for sharing.

  58. Kathryn    January 17, 2012

    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. :)

  61. I Am Trends    March 7, 2012

    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

  62. Elise    March 11, 2012

    It’s possible to have the diy of the bracelet in the last picture ? Or if you have buy it, where? thanks. :)

  63. Isabel    April 22, 2012

    Love the brown leather bracelet in the last picture. It’s possible to have de DIY? Thanks in advance.

  66. Carol    June 2, 2012

    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.

  67. Dana    July 16, 2012

    LOVE it! Thank you for sharing. I’ve been looking at lucite clutches on eBay, and am excited to make this ASAP!

  68. izzy    August 13, 2012

    You guys are the best! I love youe DIYs especially the bracelets! keep making them! <3

  71. Abi    January 6, 2013

    Couldn’t you attach a chain and make a shoulder bag??? Just a thought :)

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