“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.

"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

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

"Will this style really suit me?"

If a piece draws you in, it already resonates with you.
We are never one-dimensional: it might reveal a side of your personality still waiting to shine.

Do you ship internationally?

I ship to France and outside the European Union. Other European Union countries are not served at the moment.
If your country is eligible but does not appear in the list, 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 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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