I have used poplin fabric that are wind- and water repellent. The handle is made of leather. I stitched a little pocket for the phone for the inside lining. I also made a pocket for the small things like lipstic etc. I have used a magnetic snap button so it's easy to open and close the handbag. I had to make holes for hand-stitching around the handle. I bought a book with handbag pattern when I visit Japan.