“Cerise Hespéridée”  CO-144

A mini handbag made of yellow upholstery fabric with a red cherry blossom pattern and red leather.

"Intuitions" Range / Theme Nature A super cute mini format that still knows how to stay practical, with sparkling and cheerful colors... An adorable and tangy bag to make (you) smile.

Its story

This piece breathes spring with its tangy colors and floral pattern. I wanted something sparkling and cheerful, round and plump, to evoke both the sweetness of cherries and the exoticism of citrus fruits.

A few months ago, I stumbled upon a second-hand upholstery fabric, a vintage leather jacket, and iridescent red linen cushion covers. I knew right away that they were meant to go together. When crafting them into a small handbag with a tubular frame, I ran into an issue with one of the panels, which I set aside to avoid wasting it while I figured out how to use it.

Much later, this mini "bowler" pattern came at just the right time, and this mistake turned into a happy accident.
That's how this cute, fresh little bag was born, sure to make you smile—and everyone around you too!

Love the colors but want something larger? Try the Cerise Hespéridée

Caracteristics

  • Type: (Mini) Handbag ;
  • Model: Spare ;
  • Dimensions: 20x17x6cm ;
  • Surprisingly spacious storage space ;
  • On the outside, a zipped pocket and a patch pocket under the flap ;
  • On the inside, a patch pocket and 6 card slots ;
  • Luxury metal zipper closure ;
  • Carried by hand with its handle.

Materials

  • Exterior: upcycled upholstery fabric (composition unknown) and upcycled leather ;
  • Interior: 100% upcycled linen canvas ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton interfacing, Decovil Light (42% polyester - 35% viscose - 23% polyamide), and Jeffytex.

This piece is based on the "Itty Bitty Bowler" pattern by Sew Yours.

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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Common questions

"I love it, but I’m afraid it won’t be easy to wear"
A bold piece often becomes your signature.
It pairs beautifully with a simple outfit and naturally draws compliments. I can also share styling ideas if you’d like.
How can I track my order?
You will receive an email upon shipment containing the tracking number and a link. Of course, you can contact me at any time if you have questions.
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.

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.

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