“Vanille Melba”  CO-071

A small zippered card and coin holder made with gradient wrap fabric from orange-yellow to pink, with a pointillist star pattern, and white faux leather.

156€ 313€

  • 4h30 of careful labor
  • 30% repurposed materials

"Intuitions" Range / Theme Geometry A bright and intricate piece that symbolizes femininity: fresh, joyful, chic, sophisticated, and strong. A true favorite for this practical and elegant wallet model.

Its story

A bright and intricate piece that symbolizes the duality of femininity.
On one side, close nurturing through babywearing with a wrap, represented by the fabric that envelops the wallet's body. On the other, the often imposed societal need to return to professional life, portrayed by the highly functional design of this wallet with numerous compartments.

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

The result is both fresh, joyful, chic, sophisticated, and strong... just like women.

Pairs perfectly with the “Port'Émoi” Shoulder Bag.

Check out these versions too: “Art Déco Ensoleillé”, “Broderie Suédoise”, “Crépuscule Estival”, “Exoplanet”, “Pointillés Masculin Féminin”, “Pré Fleuri”, “Salamandre”, “Red Obsession”, "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: Oscha Slings wrap, “Starry Night Melba” (80% cotton, 20% linen) and faux leather (76% PVC 2% Polyurethane 22% Polyester) ;
  • Interior: 100% 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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Near Perfect?

Heavily reduced price (normally €313) because it's not perfect: a small glue mark on the lining, corners slightly more irregular than I would have liked.


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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Fashion and home decor items made from your sentimental fabrics, crafted according to your wishes, needs, budget, and timeline.

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

"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.
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Where/How are they made?
I make all my products in my workshop in the city of St Just St Rambert in the Loire department (42). I use several machines depending on needs: a professional sewing machine, an industrial sewing machine, a serger, a press (for eyelets, rivets, etc.), an iron press, and a manual skiver.

I carefully choose my technical supplies (interfacings, hardware, etc.) and some innovative materials (such as cotton-backed cork or silicon faux leather) from trusted suppliers.

My other fabrics and materials are mostly upcycled and come from renowned babywearing brands, dormant stocks from Haute-Couture/High-End houses (clothing and furnishings), scraps from High-End leather goods houses, as well as "seconds" from specialized boutiques (especially for faux leather) or from personal collections found at flea markets or on specialized second-hand websites.

Find out more about this on the Soulful Values page.

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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