A black cotton shopping bag with a hand-embroidered red wildflower border running along the base. The deep black ground makes the embroidered reds glow, while the 10 cm gusset lets the bag stand on its own when filled.
About the embroidery
The red wildflower border is sewn by hand on the front of the bag, with the small variations typical of handwork. The high-contrast red-on-black look is both elegant and a little dramatic — suiting darker wardrobes and city outings.
Where to take it
A weekly market trip, the bookshop, a longer café afternoon or an evening errand run. The size comfortably holds a couple of loaves of bread, a bunch of herbs and a couple of glass jars. Many give it as a gift for friends with a darker, urban style.
Care
Wash at 30 °C with similar dark colours, inside out to protect the embroidery. Iron on the reverse only. Avoid tumble drying so the cotton keeps its shape.
Specifications
- Size: 30 × 38 cm without straps, 10 cm gusseted base
- Material: 100% cotton
- Weight: about 177 g
- Origin: India
- Decoration: hand-embroidered red wildflower border
A small note on each piece
Because each bag is embroidered by hand, no two pieces are exactly alike: the placement of individual flowers, the density of the stitches and the curvature of the leaves vary slightly. This is part of the charm of a handcrafted item, and a good reason to choose one before it is gone.