One sure-fire way to make me squeal with delight is to take me to a store full of designer-worthy handbag hardware! Diva Phyllis, Diva Ann and I scoured the bins at Pacific Trimmings at 218 West 38th Street in Manhattan, not once but two days in a row! I LOVE their inventory and the owners and staff are nothing short of delightful! They also carry Riri zippers and will shorten or otherwise modify zippers while you wait. Phyllis had a separating zipper modified to a closed-bottom for a handbag.
Honestly, I thought I’d faint at the site of these gorgeous push locks – they are as nice as any you’d find on a pricey Marc Jacobs bag. If you go to NYC, this place is a must-see. Allow yourself plenty of time to browse. Their telephone number is (212) 279-9310.
The little silver rings in plastic bags are screw in grommets – they are a nice size for both handbags and garments.
Aren’t these the prettiest strap connectors and clips? You won’t find anything like this at the chain stores!
I also found this really interesting ruched organza insert. I’d like to try to use it around the neckline of a knit top.
Gigi Sews 
Ooh lovely finds Gigi- hey I picked up that same ruching when I was there in Nov!
that ruched trip is gorgeous. your cosmo dress is fab too, i may have to pick that pattern up. 🙂
Cool, Gigi! So glad to see you posting about your recent haul!
I’m playing with the dot org version of WordPress and pretty excited about it…so much more control. But we have a leeeetle more work to do first…(ahem!)
Screw in grommets! I am intrigued. I’ve only used the “pound in” grommets.
Well, you are quite the goth. I had no idea.
Fabulous hardware.
Those grommets are made from cast metal – they are soooo stunning! I bought 5, and might use them for a spring mini-backpack
Beautiful!!!!! Nice to see you back 🙂
Nice to see that you are posting some more great information to share! Wow– all of this hardware is spectacular!!