“Volutes Printanières” N° CO-062

A shoulder bag made from various materials: white synthetic material, hand-painted silk scarf, and white cotton damask.

"Intuitions" Range / Theme Nature An ode to rebirth, to remind us that even after the coldest winters, life always finds a way to be reborn and flourish. The soft colors of this piece suggest tender herbs and freshly blossoming trees.

Its story

An ode to rebirth, to remind us that even after the coldest winters, life always finds a way to be reborn and flourish. The soft colors of this piece suggest tender herbs and freshly blossoming trees.

I hand-painted this silk scarf in my tender youth, and it regularly adorned my mother's neck for the 30 years that followed. Two years ago, she entrusted it to me to transform.
From it, this bag, a wallet, and a pouch were created and put up for sale. I'm keeping the last remaining scraps for myself, for a personal project that I haven't determined yet.

I have a special affection for this bag model, with its proportions and lines immediately captivating me, to the point that I made several versions, which is a rare occurrence.
From now on, I will only create this model as a custom-made commission.

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

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: 100% silk veil, 100% cotton damask, 100% organic cotton poplin, and synthetic material (76% Chlorofibre, 22% Polyester, 2% Polyurethane for one, and 76% PVC, 2% Polyurethane, 22% Polyester for the other) ;
  • Interior: 100% linen canvas ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton interfacing, 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?

Significantly reduced price (normally 600€) due to some minor cosmetic defects (light blue marks on the vinyl, an unfortunate ironing mishap on one of the handle attachments, a word showing through the scarf at the back), and a small hole in one of the bottom corners that happened at the very last moment.


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

Why are there "Near-Perfect" items and what are they?

As part of my sustainable view of the modern luxury fashion, creating as little waste as possible is central. You can learn more about this on my Soulful Values page.

Can I change my delivery address?

It is sometimes possible to change a delivery address as long as the order has not been shipped. To do so, please contact me as soon as possible via hello@marie-alhomme.com or by phone at +33(0)661356222.

Once your order has been shipped, it is no longer possible to make changes. In that case, you will need to contact the selected carrier as soon as possible (but with no guarantee of results).

Where do the fabrics and leathers used in Studio Créatif pieces come from?

As a rule, these are never the fabrics you entrust to me for a bespoke piece: those remain yours alone. The only exception: sometimes a client explicitly gives me her offcuts and asks me to find them a new life elsewhere. In that specific case, and only with her agreement, they may end up in a Studio Créatif creation.

Outside of these particular cases, Studio Créatif pieces come from my own research: rescued leathers, fabrics found at flea markets or second-hand, dormant stocks from luxury houses, offcuts from high-end leather goods... I choose and combine them following my inspiration of the moment, with no specific order behind them.

Find out more about my materials on the Soulful Values page.

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.

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