A black cotton tote bag, about 40 x 36 cm, with two long handles. On the front is a large round design in yellow and red. The phases of the moon run around it, with old alchemical symbols in between and a triangle set inside a circle at the centre. Along the top of the circle runs the English lettering “Stay Wild Moon Child”, with “Lunar Alchemy Wheel” beneath. Made in India.
The moon's cycle drawn in a circle
The design follows the moon through its monthly cycle, from the thin crescent to the half moon, the full moon and the waning crescent again. People have watched the moon for a very long time, and many gardeners still sow and plant by a lunar calendar. If you keep track of new and full moons yourself, you will enjoy this design.
A light bag for everyday shopping
The cotton is lightweight and folds small enough to keep in your handbag, so you always have a bag with you at the market or the bakery. It takes the week's bread and vegetables, a few library books or a jumper.
Carry it by hand or over your shoulder on the two long handles. It is open at the top with no zip, so packing and unpacking are quick.
For anyone drawn to old symbols
Medieval alchemists used signs like these for metals, elements and planets. Against the black background, the yellow and red stand out clearly and can be seen from a distance. It makes a good gift for anyone interested in astrology, the moon or old symbols.
Wash it cold on a gentle cycle or by hand, and keep it out of the tumble dryer. Iron the printed design inside out.