“Groovy, baby!” N° CO-077

A wallet made of orange lambskin leather and vintage multicolored rayon, in shades of orange, yellow, and pink.

210€

  • 2h30 of careful labor
  • 30% repurposed materials

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"Intuitions" Range / Theme Whimsy A nod to the 70s with this very vibrant piece full of memories for a small wallet that focuses on the essentials.

Its story

My mother had this knitted and rayon dress with improbable patterns and colors that she kept in a box since the 70s, and I had fantasized about it for a long time, but I never got to wear it (materials, size, era...).

So I decided to make a cushion out of it for her, and I had some scraps left with which I wanted to create this compact and practical little wallet. Paired with a vibrant lambskin leather scrap and a golden half-moon clasp, you get an accessory that combines chic, fun, and functionality.

Also discover the “Ruche Chocolatée” version.

Caracteristics

  • Type: (Mini) Wallet ;
  • Model: Accordéon ;
  • Dimensions: 16x9x3.5cm ;
  • Compact and stylish ;
  • 3 card slots, 2 open compartments, and a zip pocket in the middle ;
  • Magnetic button closure with a stylish design.

Materials

  • Exterior: Vintage 70s dress (synthetic, polyester?) and upcycled lambskin leather ;
  • Interior: 100% organic cotton poplin ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton interfacing and Decovil Light (42% polyester - 35% viscose - 23% polyamide).

This piece is based on the "Compact Accordion Wallet" pattern by Spencer Ogg.

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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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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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.
What do you do with your production offcuts?

Your own bespoke fabric offcuts aren't covered here: they're always sent back to you with your finished piece, unless you tell me to keep them or dispose of them differently.

As for my own production offcuts: nothing is thrown away if I can help it. They're reused in my workshop for reinforcement, worked into mosaics to create larger pieces, or used as is for small creations (keychains, bookmarks...). The rest is given away depending on its nature and size: to other artisans (such as jewellery makers), or to associations, community centres and schools for their workshops.

My package is lost/I haven't received my order… what should I do?

Contact me as soon as possible via hello@marie-alhomme.com or by phone at +33(0)661356222.

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Each piece is unique.
I can send more photos or offer a short reservation option to give you time to decide.

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