“Salamandre”  CO-076

A small zippered card and coin holder made from blood-red and emerald green wrap fabric with thistle patterns and emerald green linen. It comes with a bright red faux leather wrist strap.

"Intuitions" Range / Theme Nature This piece asserts itself powerfully. A duality between passion and harmony, strength and growth. A true favorite for this practical and elegant wallet model.

Its story

“Salamandre” doesn't go unnoticed. It plays on a dynamic of contrasts, both chromatic and textural. Chromatic between the blood-red, which evokes passion, energy, and strength, and the emerald green, reminiscent of nature, growth, and harmony. And textural between the finely crafted jacquard weave of the wrap and the raw linen fabric on one side, and the smooth poplin and faux leather on the other side.
With these dualities, the floral pattern at the heart of this piece, usually considered old-fashioned, becomes resolutely modern.

I had a real crush on this practical wallet model, named “En Ville”, whether in this Mini version or in its regular version, to the point that I made several, including for myself, which rarely happens.

Pair it with the “Nostalgie” Shoulder Bag in the same theme.

Check out these versions too: “Art Déco Ensoleillé”, “Broderie Suédoise”, “Crépuscule Estival”, “Exoplanet”, “Pointillés Masculin Féminin”, “Pré Fleuri”, “Red Obsession”, “Vanille Melba”, “In Vite Veritas”.

Looking for something larger? Check out these versions: “Arc-en-ciel dans l'Ombre”, “L'heure du Thé (Noir)”, “Mille Toffees”, “D'Or et de Charbon”, “Art Déco Sylvestre”, “Art Déco Gris”, “Belle en Jean”, “Joyaux Aviaires”, “Prism Paon”, “Traces”, “Spectre”, “Martin Pêcheur”.

Caracteristics

  • Type: (Mini) Zip-Around Wallet ;
  • Model: En Ville ;
  • Dimensions: 13x11.5x2.5cm ;
  • Compact and secure ;
  • 4 card slots, 2 open compartments, 2 flat pockets, and a zip pocket in the middle ;
  • Closed on 3 sides with a zipper.

Materials

  • Exterior: Mokosh wrap, “Thistles Salamander” (75% organic cotton 35% extra fine merino wool) and recycled faux leather for the wrist strap (76% Chlorofibre 22% cotton) ;
  • Interior: 100% linen and 100% organic cotton poplin ;
  • Interfacing: Kraft-Tex, Decovil Light (42% polyester - 35% viscose - 23% polyamide), and certified organic cotton wadding.

This piece is based on the "Classic Zip Around Wallet" pattern by Maggy 55.

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

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.

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.

"I like it, but I already have plenty of bags."

This one isn’t “just another bag”: it’s a true work of art with a soul and a story, not a simple accessory.

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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