“Miam” N° CO-192

A messenger bag crafted from baby wrap fabric featuring yellow succulents on a turquoise background and sunshine-yellow leather, paired with ice-blue and yellow cotton linings inside.

668€ 688€

  • 8h of careful labor
  • 75% repurposed materials

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"Intuitions" Range / Theme Nature Radiant! Share your inner sunshine with this brilliantly designed messenger bag featuring a cheerful succulent motif.

Its story

Nearly three years after sewing one for myself using my favorite baby wrap, this cleverly expandable messenger bag pattern felt like the perfect choice to showcase this fabric with its bold, oversized motif for which I'd been having trouble finding an appropriate model.
The gusset that doubles the bag’s capacity is the standout feature of this design, and I enhanced it by adding a zippered pocket inside and dividing the large slip pocket into two more practical compartments.
Finally, I wanted to offer more versatile carrying options with a longer handle for shoulder or crossbody wear. This also gave me the chance to use chain connectors that add a touch of sophistication.

A spacious bag, plenty of storage, and cheerful colors and patterns—carry a little sunshine with you wherever you go!

Caracteristics

  • Type: Messenger Bag ;
  • Model: Qui peut le plus... ;
  • Dimensions: 33x23x7.5-15cm ;
  • relaxed design ;
  • large capacity, doubled when expanding the dedicated gusset ;
  • interior includes 1 zippered pocket and 1 divided slip pocket ;
  • secured with a magnetic clasp flap ;
  • luxury metal hardware ;
  • a long handle for shoulder or crossbody carry.

Materials

  • Exterior: Oscha Slings “Succulents - Prototype” babywearing wrap fabric (100% organic cotton) and upcycled lamb leather ;
  • Lining: 100% cotton poplin ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton fusible, Decovil Light (42% polyester - 35% viscose - 23% polyamide), certified organic 100% cotton batting.

This piece is based on the "Sadie Expandable Bag" pattern by Swoon Patterns.

Care, Shipping & Warranty

Care

Take good care of your piece: keep it away from direct light and humidity to preserve its colours, and stuff it rather than flatten it so it keeps its shape.
Care instructions specific to its materials are included on the ID card shipped with it.

Shipping

Shipped within 24 hours (except weekends).
With tracking and insurance, worldwide.
Free in France.
Would you rather collect your piece from the workshop (Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert, France) than have it shipped? Contact me before placing your order.

Warranty

14 days money-back guarantee,
2-year legal conformity warranty.
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Near Perfect?

Slightly reduced price due to a discreet minor defect on the leather flap.

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Your testimonials

This bag is a work of art đŸ€©
Marie is an artist; she waits for the fabrics to speak to her, searches for the perfect color harmony, has an eye for extreme detail, and transforms luxury industry waste into unique pieces!
Thank you for your work, Marie â€ïžđŸ’™

Brindille D.-J.

THE BAG, WHAT TO SAY. Mind blown.
Finishes carefully considered at every stitch.
Lightweight, sturdy, very good quality materials, colors chosen with care and taste, everything is crafted with applied expertise, I love it.
It’s my first bag and surely not the last!

Irina R.

My bag is amazing, it’s a marvel of craftsmanship and inspiration. I never leave it, and it’s very practical and holds a lot of things. I love it.

MichĂšle L.

Common questions

What is the protective pouch included with the bags?

Every bag I create comes with a bespoke protective pouch, made by hand in my studio.

This isn't throwaway packaging — it's a permanent accessory, meant to be used every day to store your bag when you're not using it, protect it from scratches and dust, or keep it safe when travelling.

It's made in organic cotton satin, sewn to the exact dimensions of your piece, with an organic cotton drawstring to close it. It's branded Marie Alhomme.

For wallets, coin purses, and smaller accessories, I wrap the piece in tissue paper produced locally and sustainably (Papeteries de Montségur, Loire), rather than in a pouch.

"Will this style really suit me?"

If a piece draws you in, it already resonates with you.
We are never one-dimensional: it might reveal a side of your personality still waiting to shine.

Do you ship internationally?

I ship to France and outside the European Union. Other European Union countries are not served at the moment.
If your country is eligible but does not appear in the list, please contact me at hello@marie-alhomme.com or by phone at +33(0)661356222. With your complete details, I will provide you with a final invoice that you can then pay by bank transfer or credit card.

Where do the fabrics and leathers used in Studio Créatif pieces come from?

As a rule, these are never the fabrics you entrust to me for a bespoke piece: those remain yours alone. The only exception: sometimes a client explicitly gives me her offcuts and asks me to find them a new life elsewhere. In that specific case, and only with her agreement, they may end up in a Studio Créatif creation.

Outside of these particular cases, Studio Créatif pieces come from my own research: rescued leathers, fabrics found at flea markets or second-hand, dormant stocks from luxury houses, offcuts from high-end leather goods... I choose and combine them following my inspiration of the moment, with no specific order behind them.

Find out more about my materials on the Soulful Values page.

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