One year after ordering a custom-made Bowler-style bag from me, inspired by the version that came out of my creative workshop, Élodie wanted another one in different materials.

It is after all a bag that is both chic and highly functional.

I spent the morning at a Haute-Maroquinerie leather scraps dealer to find the perfect brown to complement her beautiful handwoven babywearing wrap scrap.
The lining was a cotton piece she had thrifted (she's a creative person as well) and that I had bought from her, adding just the right touch of fun on the inside.

After a few assembly adventures, a bag I'm very proud of, and she is too:

Thank you for your package, I love my bag

Other beautiful stories

Emelyne's bag

Emelyne supported me for a year in gaining clarity about my business. In awe of her elegance and style, I didn’t hesitate for a second when she came to me afterward to transform her Bottega Venetta bag...

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Clémence's babywearing wrap

Clémence initially contacted me to transform her favorite babywearing wrap into a skirt, a project that was ultimately set aside in favor of a bomber jacket.

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Sophie's babywearing wrap scrap

Sophie entrusted me with a small babywearing wrap scrap to insert into a sweater whose pattern had charmed her as much as it had charmed me.

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Thanks to her good advice and professionalism, the result is stunning. I highly recommend her for all your textile transformations.

Fanny D.-D.

I’m hooked!!
Marie is incredibly attentive and professional.
You can entrust your memories to her without any worries.

Muriel C.

Go for it with confidence, let yourself be guided by your heart and Marie’s advice, you won’t regret it.

Nanouch I.

Common questions

What if I have no idea what model I want?

No worries! I don’t lack imagination—or experience...
I guide you with questions and will suggest several visual directions (photos, videos, mockups).

What's the difference between 'Essentials' and fully bespoke?

Both options use your fabric, benefit from the same care, and come with the same level of support — the difference is the starting point.

The Essentials
These are tried-and-tested pre-designed models (crossbody, coin purse, tote, slippers...) that I personalise with your materials. The silhouette is set; you choose the textiles, colours, and finishes. Perfect if you don't have a specific shape in mind yet, or if you want to keep a tighter rein on your budget. The result is still unique, because your fabrics are.

Fully bespoke
Everything is open: the shape, size, carry style, pockets, materials, threads, hardware... You can come with an existing pattern, a sketch, an inspiration photo, or just a vague idea to explore together. It's the most open-ended option — and therefore the most personal.

In both cases, we start with a discovery call so I can understand your fabric, your needs, and your vision. And in both cases, almost anything is possible.

Can I follow the making of my piece as it happens?

You get to choose — and it's a genuine decision to make at the start of the project.

Full updates with photos: I send you photos and sometimes videos at each key stage — cutting, assembly, finishing. You see your fabric come to life step by step. Some people love this. Others find it only makes the waiting harder!

Total surprise: I work away quietly, you see nothing until you open the parcel. For those who want the sense of wonder to be fully intact, right through to the last moment.

Something in between works too: a message after the cutting stage, a photo mid-way, then the surprise finale.

Whatever you choose, one thing I promise: if something along the way needs your input (a motif placement decision, an unexpected colour choice), I'll reach out. You will never be faced with a fait accompli on anything that matters.

I have more questions

Let's talk!

For your custom projects only,
book a phone or video call (on Zoom) to discuss your fabrics, budget, schedule, and ideas.

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