Images of Work

JEWELRY - all of the pictured jewelry is available for purchase at this time. Please contact me to place an order. 

 Necklace: antique glass beads, Swarovski crystals, vintage brass finding, leather cord. $97

 Necklace, hand cut leather lace, recycled garment leather, $75

Bracelet, multi-strand leather with wire wrapped semi-precious stones, fresh water pearls, Swarovski crystals, $65

 Cuff bracelet, hand cut leather lace butterfly, $59

Necklace, sterling silver chain, fresh water pearls, antique key, hand sculpted kite made from antique Japanese obi fabric and leather, antique key, $79

Earrings, Labradorite stones and garnets, sterling silver, $45 each

BABY SHOES - All of these baby shoes have sold. I am currently taking custom orders for baby shoes. You choose the size, style and materials. Please contact me to discuss your order.

 Casual baby shoes, antique Japanese obi fabric paired with neon green leather soles, $35

 Kimono baby shoes, antique Japanese obi fabric paired with non-skid rubberized cotton soles, $30 each

Kimono baby shoes, antique Chinese silk fabric paired with non-skid rubberized cotton soles, $30

 Baby booties, leather with pierced toes, $40

 Baby booties, vegan vinyl with plain toes, $25


PURSES - All of these purses have sold. I am currently designing and making bespoke purses only at this time. Please contact me to discuss your order.
Polka Dot Clutch, $72, Photo by Yassine Belhaldi

Beaded Chain Purse, $102, Photo by Virginia E. Berry

Silk Embroidered Messenger Bag, $167, Photo by Virginia E. Berry

Kimono Clutch, $72, Photo by Virginia E. Berry

CLOTHING - All of these clothing items have sold. I am currently only offering bespoke clothing design and sewing at this time. Please contact me to discuss your order.
Copper Leather Corset, $125, Photo by Yassine Belhaldi, Model: Virginia E. Berry

Obi Belt, $63, Photo by Virginia E. Berry, Model: Naomi Hernandez

Cropped denim jacket, $67. Photo by: Virginia E. Berry


TABLE LINENS & QUILTS - These items have sold or were custom orders and are not available for purchase. Please contact me to discuss custom quilting and home decor items. 
Table Runner, $67, Photo by Virginia E. Berry

Table Runner, $73, Photo by: Virginia E. Berry

Custom quilt. Photo by: Virginia E. Berry

Custom quilt. Photo by: Virginia E. Berry

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Virginia E. Berry, Designer & Owner of YazBerry Fashion

Virginia E. Berry, Designer & Owner of YazBerry Fashion

Virginia E. Berry, Designer & Owner of YazBerry Fashion

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Big Changes at YazBerry

Dear fans and friends, and those that are one in the same,

I regret to announce that after a few years of tragically slow sales on my one-of-a-kind handmade clothing and purses, I am going to take a break from the production of aforementioned products. I cannot compete with the prices of mass produced goods overseas that many are demanding of me.

I am an independent artisan. That means I imagine the item, source the materials (online, out driving from store to store, anywhere I can find goods), design the item, I draft a pattern when appropriate or make the item directly on the dress form, I cut, assemble and sew each item, I photograph each item, sometimes many times since I am an amateur photographer at best, I write copy and descriptions of each item, I measure each item, I upload images to the internet, I make my own advertising materials with my basic paint and Microsoft Publisher software, I write blog entries, I promote my own work on facebook and twitter, I try to convince buyers at craft fairs that my work is worthy of your hard earned money, I build display props (which involves sourcing materials, figuring out how to make my idea functional, trouble shooting, rebuilding, redesigning...repeat), I set up my own booth at fairs...the list goes on. I am a Jane of All Trades....literally. All of this while working full time day jobs!

Needless to say, to keep up with the cost of living I need to earn more than minimum wage for all of this work and am not coming anywhere near that. My purses and clothes have been sold at production cost (materials and some labor (and barely)) for the past 10 years because when I raise the prices to a profitable number I experience no sales. I cannot sustain this business model. I love designing purses and clothing, but without a customer base it is a labor of love in vain.

What does this mean? I am not going out of business. I am shifting gears. I will continue making fabulous jewelry and will also continue with the new baby shoes and accessories line. I will consider custom orders on purses and clothing on a case by case basis. I will also consider custom quilting projects, though be prepared to pay what they are worth ($500 - $1500+).

I have been in the process of relocating to a different country for the last 2 years. Once that process is finalized, I will reevaluate my creative pursuits again and may launch a new line. I've wanted to design high end, fashion forward, performance outerwear for many years and may finally be able to take some design classes to learn about some of the technology out there that may make this process doable, though I will not be sewing these pieces from scratch but intend to source a domestic sewing shop to produce them.

As my personal friends are aware, I have been slowly auctioning off at deep discounts, and now finally am giving away, the rest of my handmade purse and clothing inventory. This decision has been extremely difficult for me (simply facing the loss of potential income...not to mention confessing that I failed). Just today I gave away a hand stitched leather piece for free that I know should sell for $300! This decision and my failing business has caused me too much stress, anxiety and depression. It is time to move forward with new ideas.

I want to thank you for your continued interest in my creative pursuits and support over the last decade (can you believe it, YazBerry will be 10 years old in May!). YazBerry has been an interesting ride and I hope you will continue following me as my creative direction shifts in the next few years.

Please continue following me on facebook I am too active there and you will have the most up to date news. You can shop my existing inventory right from my photo albums. I accept payment via PayPal invoices (all major credit cards - no need to even have a PayPal account) and I will ship worldwide. 

Thank you,

Virginia

Still Time to Get Your Orders in For Baby Shoes Before the Holidays

I've been busy batch processing baby shoes the last few weeks. I am caught up on my outgoing orders and am taking on more orders that I will be able to finish for you before the holidays. Need some baby shoe inspiration? I've put together this collection of fancy fabrics perfect for holiday dress up. 

Kimono baby shoes and Casual baby shoes start at $30 and for $2 you can add on an ankle strap to the Kimono style and for $5 you can add a cushioned neon green leather sole to either style (plain suede soles available for $5 as well, fabric and coated non-skid fabrics included in $30 price). 

TO ORDER: Contact Virginia to discuss your options.

Color descriptions:

1. Deep red shiny brocade with small flowers and vines.

2. Red paisley brocade with metallic gold.

3. Deep red satin with black flocked velveteen damask print.

4. White satin with black flocked velveteen damask print.

5. Vintage Japanese kimono obi, red floral motif with metallic gold.

6. Vintage Japanese kimono obi, screen printed black with gold metallic geometic design.

7. Vintage Japanese kimono obi, dark blue with gold metallic medallions and stripes.

8. Pink and green bold Asian floral printed black cotton.

9. Lavender with dark purple flowers, brocade with silver metallic.

10. Green brocade with medallions and gold metallic.

11. Aqua paisley brocade with silver metallic.

12. Light aqua satin with chocolate brown flocked velveteen damask.

13. Vintage Japanese kimono obi, white with gold metallic screen printed linear design.

14. Vintage Japanese kimono obi, striped black, gold and red metallic.

15. Vintage Japanese kimono obi, black screen printed with gold and silver metallic geometric design.

16. Vintage Japanese kimono obi, textured red and black lacy design.

baby berry Winter 2014-2015 Catalog, Products, Prices and Customization Options

Here is my first season of baby accessories, all neatly outlined in the below catalog. Lots of customization options available and nearly infinite fabric choices. Please send me a message to place an order. Shoe sizes preemie - 24 months. Leg warmers newborn - adult. Ear flap hats, newborn - adult. Please click on the first image to view the catalog full size. Thank you!

Handmade Purses and Clothing Auction 75% Off Starting Bid, Most Under $20, Auction Ends 11/9/14

To participate in my liquidation auction, simply type your bid in the comments on the photos in this facebook album. 

Dear friends, I am drifting away from designing and making one-of-a-kind purses and clothing. I will be focusing my creative efforts on jewelry and baby shoes, hats and leg warmers.

Now is your chance to own one of my original designs before I donate them to charity. 75% off retail price is the starting bid. Nearly everything is $15 - $20 with the exception of a few larger, more extravagant pieces.

These are my babies. My ideas turned from a floating thought in my head, to a hunt for the right fabric, drafting a pattern, cutting the pieces and stitching the designs together with my own two hands.

I want more than anything for my creative works to find homes out in the world; to brighten peoples' days; to spread beauty and creativity throughout your life.

Love,

Virginia

To participate in my liquidation auction, simply type your bid in the comments on the photos in this facebook album. 

Exciting Announcement: YazBerry is Expanding; Now Offering baby berry

Now introducing baby berry, the little sister of YazBerry! 

It happened on a whim, I made a pair of leather baby booties for a surprise gift for a pregnant friend. Like I always do, I posted a picture on facebook of my latest creative project and had amazing feedback right away and several requests for custom orders! So far I've sent off 2 pairs of custom leather baby booties and have a couple more custom pairs on the design table.

I will be making variations on the leather baby booties pictured and baby booties with vintage Japanese kimono obi fabric in a few different styles and shapes. Stay tuned, lots on the design table this month. Gathering supplies; brainstorming ideas; surveying my mom friends. I will also be making baby leg warmers from recycled sweaters! 

My goal is to offer fresh color combinations and looks you won't find in stores or online today. Also, many looks will be gender neutral with the thought that they may be used for many babies! True heirlooms. 

Do I have your attention? Need an heirloom quality baby gift? Contact me and we can discuss the almost endless options. Vegan choices available too!