“Perruches” N° CO-151

A handbag made of light blue leather and white, light blue, and apple green fabric with a bird motif.

471€

  • 5h of careful labor
  • 70% repurposed materials

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"Intuitions" Range / Theme Nature A piece that evokes innocence and freedom with its soft colors and avian motif. Lines that are both simple and sophisticated, practical volume with its numerous pockets.

Its story

This piece is intended to evoke innocence and freedom with its soft colors highlighted by its avian motif and velvety textures.

I fell in love with this ultra-soft baby blanket in terms of touch, motif, and colors. I quickly knew that these scraps of this beautiful lamb leather with a satin texture, from Haute Couture, would be its perfect companion. I then looked for a pattern that could do justice to this duo.

When the opportunity for a new collective “mystery sewing”, a different and exciting challenge, presented itself (after that of the Shoulder Bag “Mosaïque - Alchimie”), I knew it would be the answer.
Starting, I didn't know what the final result would look like, as the pattern pieces and assembly steps were revealed to us bit by bit every 5 days. But I knew the result would be worthy of these materials.

That's how “Perruches” was born, a chic and functional bag that brings a touch of tenderness and lightness to a busy day.

Caracteristics

  • Type: Handbag ;
  • Model: Échiquier ;
  • Dimensions: 33x27x12cm ;
  • lines that are both simple and sophisticated ;
  • a large interior volume in a compact exterior ;
  • closed with a luxury metal zipper ;
  • outside, a zippered pocket and a patch pocket closed with a magnetic button ;
  • inside, a zippered pocket and a patch pocket ;
  • hand-carried with its two handles.

Materials

  • Exterior: Kokadi baby blanket “Max Im Wunderland” (60% organic cotton, 40% viscose (from bamboo pulp)) and high-fashion recycled lamb leather ;
  • Interior: 100% cotton voile ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton Interfacing, Easyfoam, Jeffitex.

This piece is based on the "Macadamia" pattern by Shamballa Bags.

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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Your testimonials are
my guiding thread

This bag is a work of art 🤩
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 ❤️💙

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.

Michèle L.

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Charlotte’s baby wrap

After ordering a bag from stock, Charlotte realized it would be too small. I offered to make her a custom, larger version, and she sent me her baby wrap to transform.

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When Muriel discovered my custom sentimental-making service after walking into the studio during my 'Studio Clear-Out' sale, she asked me to help her enjoy her favorite bag of the last 30 years all over again...

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Common questions

What materials do you use to make my pieces?
Your sentimental fabric or leather is always at the heart of the project. For the rest, here is what I use by default:
  • Exterior (beyond the fabric you provide): salvaged leather by default (cowhide, lambskin, goat, pig…); optionally: certified organic cotton canvas, cork on 100% cotton backing, Nisiar (grape marc "leather")… No faux leather, ever.
  • Lining: 100% cotton poplin, cretonne or satin (organic where possible), 100% linen canvas, wool or wool-silk blend…
  • Interfacings (by design): certified organic cotton batting, Decovil Light or Heavy, Texon, Jeffitex…
  • Hardware: metal only — gold, antique gold, chrome, gunmetal, antique bronze, copper/rose gold, matte black, rainbow… Special colours available on request (extra cost and lead time).
  • Handles & straps: leather, canvas, your own fabric (if enough quantity), cork… in simple or bi-material styles. Or pre-made strap in 100% organic cotton or polycotton, plain or multicolour, per brief.
Can I place an order by phone?
You can contact me by phone at +33(0)661356222, and 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.

Do you ship internationally?
I ship worldwide. If your country is not listed, 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.

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