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Ruby Red
Delightful little bag of the softest rust coloured suede. Flower print fabric from a seventies dress of the same colour is ruched to add texture. The contrasting green fringe is hand dyed and unusual satin leaves add further contrast picking up the colours in the flower print. A fabric flower and a vintage earring complete this sweet bag.
Delightful.

Longer chain strap. Approx 25cm width x 19 cm length
SOLD
Dante's Dream
This ornate shoulder bag was once a vintage floral couch cover. It combines beautifully with leopard print fabric, and a touch of Snakeskin leather look. Exquisite feathers and flowers a pleated fan and a vintage diamante brooch complete the "look".
A bag to dream for.
SOLD
Scarborough Fair
Wear this and wait for the comments ! This bag features striking shades of red laces and velvets with an unusual textile brooch. A touch of brown lace and a beaded tassel from a sixties necklace complete the look. A larger casual bag. You will definitely be noticed with this on your shoulder.
Out there, stunning
35cm width x 23cm length (centre front) shoulder strap, inner pocket
$205 au
Light My Fire
Satin ribbon, guipure lace, torn pieces of embroidered organza, a variety of threads and fine chain have been cleverly combined to produce the richly textured hand-made fabric that decorates this bag, reflects the colours of the softest suede-like background fabric . A chiffon flower adds the finishing touch to this fabulous bag .Unusual printed satin lining.
35cm width x 23cm length (centre front) shoulder strap,inner pocket
$205 au
Lola
Black on black, larger shoulder bag. Richly textured with an abundance of beautiful laces, unusual combinations of fabrics, braids and beading. A very versatile bag .Perfect to wear with jeans and a T-shirt or something more glamorous.
Sophisticated, classy, versatile.
35cmwidth x 23cm (centre front) shoulder strap, inner pocket
$205 au
Unchain my Heart
This beautiful bag was also inspired by a song! Heart shaped with a with a dog choker handle (not recycled). Embellished with a variety of vintage laces, beads and fringing with a zip for decoration only that adds to the concept, holding the silver heart and chain
Definitely for the woman who is out there and likes to be noticed!
26cm wide x 22cm long
handle 64cm
$188 au
Midnight's Garden
Tote style in deep, rich, sensual colours. Clever use of contrasting fabrics, and laces add a feeling of mystery. The textured chocolate brown velvet background fabric formerly decorated a shop window in a nearby town. A beautiful hand made textile brooch is central to the design of this elegant but casual bag. Take a look at the beautiful lining, printed satin, beautiful !
34cm width x 28cm length
shoulder strap, inner pocket, solid base
$205 au
Purple Passion
This cute little bag in winter tones features a hand-dyed lace frill from a vintage petticoat and a hand knitted trim, cleverly contrasted with background fabric of leopard print furnishing fabric, left over from a chair that was reupholstered. Also included in the design is a piece of a fringe from a shawl that belonged to Nanna Bess. Finished with a hand made textile brooch and a pre loved chain strap. This bag will be an asset to any wardrobe. Versatile, wear any where.
33cm width x 20cm length
longer strap inner pocket
$205 au
Marie Claire
A variety of unusual fabrics and laces have been cleverly combined to create this elegant bag – vintage lace from a petticoat, stunning hand embroidered ribbon and clever use of several pieces of costume jewellery complete the look.
Understated, elegant and sophisticated.
33cm width x 23cm length, shorter handles, inner pocket, solid base
$205 au
Sweet Dream Baby
This dreamy bag has been embellished with similar colours found in the background print providing texture that blends in beautifully with that background. A touch of contrasting apricot/pink ribbon provides subtle contrast and an unusual brooch, bought whilst holidaying on the east coast of Australia, completes the look .Soft faux suede black lining.
Elegantly casual.
35cm width x 23cm length (centre front) shoulder strap inner pocket
SOLD
Mrs Jones
The base fabric of this elegant but casual bag, was once a woolen tweed Fletcher Jones skirt. (thus the name). Incorporating a piece of vintage 50,s beaded cardigan. The clever use of hand-dyed vintage laces, leather and costume jewellery, gives this little gem the attraction it deserves.
Width 22cm Depth 22cm
Knotted leather shoulder strap
$159 au
Winterwood
Shades of warm brown and touches of black decorate this gorgeous bag made of softest suede leather, originally a leather jacket. Rich colours, rich texture and a little sparkle complete this elegantly casual shoulder bag. With a shoulder strap of soft velvet and lining of unusual printed satin this is a beautiful bag
Organic, sensual.
35cm width x 23cm length (centre front) shoulder strap inner pocket
SOLD
African Queen
Interesting use of texture is a main feature of this lovely bag. Embellished with guipure and chantilly laces, and an unusual fringing.
The vintage elephant button becomes the centerpiece and gives it a real African feel.
Width 35cm Depth 27cm
shoulder straps
$199 au
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