“Sur l'Étang”  CO-164

A large zippered shoulder bag, reminiscent of a tote, made from a thick fabric with a wild bird pattern, combined with black and taupe faux leather, and lined with mottled cream linen and coral.

476€ 560€

  • 7h of careful labor
  • 80% repurposed materials

"Intuitions" Range / Theme Nature “Sur l'Étang” invites to serenity and assurance, a pause rocked by the lapping, the croaking, and the buzzing, encapsulated in a combination of sophisticated materials and colors. A large zippered shoulder bag, chic and practical, reminiscent of a tote.

Its story

Take a break lulled by the ripples, croaks, and buzzes of a pond awakening at dawn. Feel empowered by its combination of sophisticated materials and colors.

This upholstery fabric caught my eye, it was quite far from my personal aesthetic so I had to rise to the challenge... which was rather simple since I had been looking for some time already for a fabric that would beg to be showcased by this pattern.

I was drawn to its clean lines, practical yet unobtrusive volume, practical storage... and the opportunity to highlight a large “panel”.

A roll end of black faux leather, a taupe faux leather test scrap entrusted by my favorite hardware supplier, remnants of linen canvas, two new zippers, one upcycled... all complemented by light gold metal hardware.

All the ingredients for managing any meeting with confidence and then moving on to a country chic weekend... or for bringing a touch of nature into your urban daily life.

Caracteristics

  • Type: Shoulder Bag ;
  • Model: Bandes ;
  • Dimensions: 36x26x13cm ;
  • Clean and efficient lines ;
  • Large but not bulky ;
  • Inside, a zip pocket and a double slip pocket ;
  • Outside, a zip pocket ;
  • Closed with a luxury metal zipper ;
  • Two fixed handles ;
  • Can be worn on the shoulder or by hand.

Materials

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

This piece is based on the "Gaviota" 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.
Learn more about your rights.

Near Perfect?

A small glue mishap on one of the feet, fortunately only aesthetic, reduces its price (normally €560).


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

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.
What are the payment methods and conditions?
Payment can be made in several ways:
  • Right away on the website, by credit card or PayPal: your order will be shipped immediately ;
  • In 4 installments with PayPal (on the website, subject to acceptance by PayPal) or with Alma (you’ll need to contact me first so that I can provide you with a dedicated link): both are offered at no additional cost to you, and your order will be shipped immediately ;
  • Deferred payment by bank transfer (with direct contact according to your preferences): your order will only be shipped upon receipt of the full payment.
"I’m afraid someone else will buy it while I’m hesitating"
Each piece is unique.
I can send more photos or offer a short reservation option to give you time to decide.
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.

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