“Ruche Chocolatée”  CO-066

A shoulder bag made from gray babywearing wrap with a beehive and bees pattern, and brown washable paper.

"Intuitions" Range / Theme Nature A very dressy and modern piece with its wintery colors. Clean and geometric lines, proportions that combine practicality and style.

Its story

A very dressy and modern piece with its wintery colors.

The body is partially made of “Krafttex”, an eco-friendly washable paper. Composed of cellulose, water, and latex, it has an appearance similar to stiff leather and develops a patina and softens over time. It's an interesting material that can be washed, ironed, painted, dyed, sewn, embroidered... and I enjoyed using it in several pieces after discovering it as an Interfacing in my favorite wallet model (“En Ville”).

The other part is made with a small, originally cherished coupon due to its blend of chic and natural features, including its high-end fibers (silk) and its stylized beehive and bees pattern.

A genuine crush for this bag model, named “Nostalgie”, to the point that I made several versions, which rarely happens. Its proportions and lines immediately won me over.
From now on, I will only make this model as a custom-made commission.

Pair it with the “Accordion” Mini Card and Coin Wallet.

Also discover the other versions: “Ar(gen)t Déco”, “Crépuscule Estival”, “Ocytocine, Souris et Moutarde”, “Salamandre”, “Volutes Printanières”.

Caracteristics

  • Type: Shoulder Bag ;
  • Model: Nostalgie ;
  • Dimensions: L30.5/38x22.9x16.9cm ;
  • clean and geometric lines ;
  • medium size, highly practical ;
  • central closure with a zipper ;
  • two slip pockets on the outside, a double slip pocket, and a zip pocket on the inside ;
  • multiple carrying options with two handles and an adjustable shoulder strap, all double-faced/double-material.

Materials

  • Exterior: Sling Studio babywearing wrap “Buzz - Willoughby” (61% cotton / 30% silk noil / 9% linen), Krafttex washable paper, and 100% organic cotton poplin ;
  • Interior: 100% organic cotton poplin ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton interfacing and Decovil Light (42% polyester - 35% viscose - 23% polyamide).

This piece is based on the "Hiraeth Handbag" pattern by Lavender & Twine.

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?

Slightly reduced price (normal price 615€) because the Krafttex has a small crease on the top that I don't like.


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

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.

Can I place an order by phone?

You can contact me by phone at +33(0)661356222, and I will provide you with a final invoice that you can then pay by bank transfer or credit card.

What is the protective pouch included with the bags?

Every bag I create comes with a bespoke protective pouch, made by hand in my studio.

This isn't throwaway packaging — it's a permanent accessory, meant to be used every day to store your bag when you're not using it, protect it from scratches and dust, or keep it safe when travelling.

It's made in organic cotton satin, sewn to the exact dimensions of your piece, with an organic cotton drawstring to close it. It's branded Marie Alhomme.

For wallets, coin purses, and smaller accessories, I wrap the piece in tissue paper produced locally and sustainably (Papeteries de Montségur, Loire), rather than in a pouch.

What are the delivery timeframes?

All orders (excluding custom orders) are shipped within 24 hours (excl. week-ends and public holidays). The delivery time then depends on the chosen shipping method (Mondial Relay or Colissimo) and the delivery location (France or abroad). Delays may occur due to reasons beyond my control (e.g., related to the carrier).

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