Palamuti by PJ Valenciano: Handmade Belts

Monday, February 25, 2013

Handmade Belts

We have been exploring new outlets for creativity, and one is making handmade belts. It all started when Izza, of Raza Formal Wear, asked us to make matching belts as accents for her bridesmaids' gown. We used the same material for the gown as the base, with felt cloth underneath, to support the weight of the beads stitched into the design of the belt.
At present, we have also been commissioned to make belts by soon-to-weds and other loyal clients.

Photo Credit: Izza Lambino-Hallare

After Izza's belts, it was followed by a full embellished belt used as an accent to a long gray dress. We simply use the original design as the main template, then we branch out accordingly, depending on our clients' requests.

Palamuti by PJ Valenciano

For Diana's wedding, we made her a belt which she paired with her reception dress. Instead of using white crystals, we incorporated aqua blue materials, in accordance to her wedding motif. Her mother asked us to make a wire art belt, which was sewn to her dress.

Palamuti by PJ Valenciano

Our latest design is a denim bohemian inspired belt commissioned by Lorena, whom we met at the Philippine Heart Center during their December Charity Bazaar. We used wood and colorful fresh water pearls as the main elements.