Timeless Bags
The limitations of our ancestral production, make us innovative in each collection.
Introducing our most elegant, handwoven reed basket bag with a lovely classic silhouette adorned with black vegetable tanning leather sides. The Vicky Bag is your go-to dinner bag, day bag, or date night companion. Expressly feminine with a refined finish.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & dark color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in black color;
• Catch closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 13.7''Xdepth 4.9''Xheight 6.49'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 3.753oz
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and other essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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Follow your heart, listen to your voice, stop caring what others think. It's a sweet quote that inspires us to create this Collection, hoping to inspire others to listen to the voice within their heart and believe in themselves.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & magenta color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in black color;
• Inside Pocket;
• Catch closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Regular Size
≅ length 9.84''Xdepth 3.93''Xheight 7'' inches; / Weight ≅ 1lb 1.63oz
• Extra Size
≅ length 11.4''Xdepth 4.7''Xheight 7.8'' inches; / Weight ≅ 1lb 6.92oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with length to accommodate on one shoulder;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and other essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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Follow your heart, listen to your voice, stop caring what others think. It's a sweet quote that inspires us to create this Collection, hoping to inspire others to listen to the voice within their heart and believe in themselves.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & brown color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in dark brown color;
• Inside Pocket;
• Catch closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Regular Size
≅ length 9.84''Xdepth 3.93''Xheight 7'' inches; / Weight ≅ 1lb 1.63oz
• Extra Size
≅ length 11.4''Xdepth 4.7''Xheight 7.8'' inches; / Weight ≅ 1lb 6.92oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with length to accommodate on one shoulder;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and other essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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Follow your heart, listen to your voice, stop caring what others think. It's a sweet quote that inspires us to create this Collection, hoping to inspire others to listen to the voice within their heart and believe in themselves.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & dark color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in black color;
• 1 Interior Pocket;
• Catch closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Regular Size
≅ length 9.84''Xdepth 3.93''Xheight 7'' inches; / Weight ≅ 1lb 1.63oz
• Extra Size
≅ length 11.4''Xdepth 4.7''Xheight 7.8'' inches; / Weight ≅ 1lb 6.92oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with length to accommodate on one shoulder;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and other essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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Creating good memories and preserving them is what motivates us to keep this tradition alive. This is where the Mini-Estrela (means Star in portuguese) is born to accompany you in all the important moments of your life, for seasons to come and memories to create. Adorned with soft dark burel sides that offer a texture of comfort and lightness, the love of two traditions and Portuguese culture finally combine in a unique piece: the Serra da Estrela tradition and the Reed Basketry, elegantly made by hand.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & dark colors;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in black color;
• Sides ornamented with black burel - an organic fabric made from sheep's wool;
• Lined with a warm interior layer of fabric;
• Magnetic closure;
• 1 Interior Pocket;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 6.29''Xdepth 6.29''Xheight 7,67''inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 0.57oz;
• Adjustable leather strap, with points of lengths to accommodate on shoulder or for crossbody;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and other essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
Estrela (''Star''). Where the love for the art from two Portuguese traditions is combined in a single piece: the burel of our wonderful Serra da Estrela in a unique alliance with the Reed Basketry from the central of Portugal. An oversize basket bag created in way that nothing miss for you, detaily woven with natural and dark colors, ornamented with vegetable tanning leather and finished with the sweetness of the burel could only reveal one thing: the beauty of natural raw materials.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & dark colors;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in black color;
• Sides ornamented with black burel - an organic fabric made from sheep's wool;
• Lined with a warm interior layer of fabric;
• Magnetic closure;
• 1 Interior pocket;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 9.84''Xdepth 8.6''Xheight 11''inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 11.5oz;
• Adjustable leather strap, with lengths to accommodate on shoulder or for crossbody;
• It allows you to take an diary, tablet, wallet, mobile phone, keys, and much more essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
The nostalgia that we all feel when looking at a traditional Portuguese basket is inexplicable. Because it is so ours, an icon of Portugal, that it is impossible not to recall the memories of the time when we were once happy and had hope on our hearts. When using these baskets for school, or for the countryside with snacks. But times have changed, and so have baskets! This ‘’Mini Nostalgia'' basket bag is woven with a typical Portuguese pattern, embellished with camel leather and lined with a soft fabric, giving you the best of Portugal, and the best of Portuguese Handicrafts.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed in natural, red, yellow, green and purple colors;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in camel color;
• Lined with a warm interior layer of fabric;
• Magnetic closure;
• 1 Interior Pocket;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 6.29''Xdepth 6.29''Xheight 7,67''inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 0.57oz;
• Adjustable leather strap, with lengths to accommodate on shoulder or for crossbody;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to A6 size), wallet, mobile phone, keys, glasses and one or two more essentials you may need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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There is no dream stronger than the one fueled by Hope. And to ensure that we are part of it, this is a mini version of the Esperança basket bag that will accompany you at all times in your life. Classic yet contemporary, this piece is hand-woven with organic reed in its natural color, embellished with soft camel-tanned leather and adorned with silver hardware that allows it versatility to use with shoulder strap for a casual day in the city or without, for a special event where everyone will look at you for good reasons: for your dreams come true.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed in natural color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in camel color;
• Lined with a warm interior layer of fabric;
• Magnetic closure;
• 1 Interior Pocket;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 6.29''Xdepth 6.29''Xheight 7,67''inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 0.57oz;
• Adjustable leather strap, with lengths to accommodate on shoulder or for crossbody;
• Iit allows you to take an diary (up to A6 size), wallet, mobile phone, keys, glasses and one or two more essentials you may need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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Discover your Esperança Bag: a timeless style, designed for your every day and inspired to make you achieve all your dreams, as long you have hope on them. A perfect all-occasion oversized bag - for work, dinner, weekend tours, and anything in between. Elegant, simple, classic bag designed for the modern women everyday life. Luxuriously effortless, this handmade bag is the essential piece that will make your look perfect every single day.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed in natural color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in camel color;
• Lined with a warm interior layer of fabric;
• Magnetic closure;
• 1 Interior pocket;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 9.84''Xdepth 8.6''Xheight 11''inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 11.5oz;
• Adjustable leather strap, with lengths to accommodate on shoulder or for crossbody;
• It allows you to take an diary, tablet, wallet, mobile phone, keys, and much more essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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Victoria Handmade aims to preserve traditional Portuguese basket weaving techniques, brilliantly displayed in the checked reed panels that adorn this black and beige Cool Bag. Classic but modern, this piece makes everyone question where did you get it because of how unique it looks! Knowing that it was made especially for you, but that we are able to recreate a new one for those who crave it too.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & dark colors;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in black color;
• Magnetic closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 9.8''Xdepth 3.9''Xheight 6.69'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 1.63oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with points of lengths to accommodate on shoulder or for crossbody;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and other essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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Cool Basket Bag unites old-world weaving techniques with a modern look. Handmade specially for you by us, this piece was desgined for your daily city life. Its closure is magnetic that allows you to reach all your essentials in an instant and the red tone is the color pop that you are needing on your outfit!
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & red colors;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in natural color - with sun exposure and over time, this will get tanned very much like our own skin;
• Magnetic closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 9.8''Xdepth 3.9''Xheight 6.69'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 1.63oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with points of lengths to accommodate on shoulder or for crossbody;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and other essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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This is the result of a charming woven reed and leather composition of Cool Collection cross-body bags made from our own hands directly to yours. This Natural piece it's crafted with a light-creme vegetable tanning leather sides making it a timeless bag, finished with natural jute and protective metal feet. Attach the shoulder strap before styling it with a simple sundress or turn it sophisticated with some classic trousers and styling it as hand bag.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed in natural color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in natural color - with sun exposure and over time, this will get tanned very much like our own skin;
• Magnetic closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 9.8''Xdepth 3.9''Xheight 6.69'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 1.63oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with points of lengths to accommodate on shoulder or for crossbody;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and other essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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This piece is hand woven for you by us. Buying to Victoria Handmade is buying directly from the artisan - our family has been dealing with this art for over six decades and like this, we honour all artisans and our country’s traditional craftsmanship. Trimmed with black vegetable tanning leather, style it with a sundress and sandals on warm days or make it shine on cloudy days.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & dark colors;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in black color;
• Magnetic closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 9.8''Xdepth 3.9''Xheight 6.69'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 1.63oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with points of lengths to accommodate on shoulder or for crossbody;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and other essentials you need;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
Our petite basket bag is made by hand using traditional methods of Portuguese reed basketry passed from generations to generations of our family but with a contemporary stamp, so that it can match your most special events. A minimalist but versatile piece, as it can use with or without shoulder strap.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed in natural color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in natural color - with sun exposure and over time, this will get tanned very much like our own skin;
• Magnetic closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 7.67''Xdepth 2.75''Xheight 5.3'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 0lb 9.876oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with length to accommodate on shoulder or crossbody;
• It allows you to take a small wallet, mobile phone and keys;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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At each stage of our journey, we find new stories that we transform into creative pieces. The most important objective is always the same: to perpetuate and multiply emotions by spreading the magic of craftsmanship. This Petite basket bag was entirely handmade with organic reed in its natural color, creating a perfect match for any outfit thanks to is smooth black vegetable tanning leather that makes you an powerful woman from spring to winter, so at the end, we all have nice and lovely stories to tell.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed in natural color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in black color;
• Magnetic closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 7.67''Xdepth 2.75''Xheight 5.3'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 0lb 9.876oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with length to accommodate on shoulder or crossbody;
• It allows you to take a small wallet, mobile phone and keys;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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Handcrafted for you by our own hands with the most luxury reed catched on the wetlands of Portugal, this Petite basket bag was designed to follow you from the most random to the most especially times of your life. It's unique dark color let you shine wherever you are going! Carry it by the smooth leather top handle or the detachable shoulder strap depending on your mood.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & dark color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in black color;
• Magnetic closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 7.67''Xdepth 2.75''Xheight 5.3'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 0lb 9.876oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with length to accommodate on shoulder or crossbody;
• It allows you to take a small wallet, mobile phone and keys;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
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We strongly believe that we only can preserve the traditional craftsmanship by keeping the ancestral methods production unchanged but delivering a contemporary result. This Petite bag is the obvious result of that! Inspired by the joy and the strong sun that tanned our skins in the field when we used traditional baskets, this minimal piece is the timeless basket bag that transports you directly from your childhood memories to the modern woman you are today.
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed striped in natural & yellow color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in brown color;
• Magnetic closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 7.67''Xdepth 2.75''Xheight 5.3'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 0lb 9.876oz
• Adjustable leather strap, with length to accommodate on shoulder or crossbody;
• It allows you to take a small wallet, mobile phone and keys;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
Not all of us are women of handbags. And it was for women like you that we developed this basket-backpack: never seen before, the first reed backpack on the market, transporting you directly from the countryside to the city in a single step. One thing we guarantee ... you will not go unnoticed, and everyone will want to see you from behind!
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed in natural color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in natural color - with sun exposure and over time, this will get tanned very much like our own skin;
• Magnetic closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 7.8''Xdepth 3.9''Xheight 8'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 8.69oz;
• Adjustable leather strap, with length to accommodate on shoulder or for back;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and a bottle of water of the little ones;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
Customer Stories
Based on 1 review
Write your feedback!
Not all of us are women of handbags. And it was for women like you that we developed this basket-backpack: never seen before, the first reed backpack on the market, transporting you directly from the countryside to the city in a single step. One thing we guarantee ... you will not go unnoticed, and everyone will want to see you from behind!
Details:
• Handwoven using sustainable materials;
• Organic reed in natural color;
• High quality vegetable tanning leather in natural color - with sun exposure and over time, this will get tanned very much like our own skin;
• Magnetic closure;
• Protective metal feet;
• Waterproof;
• Handmade in Portugal, for you by us;
• Comes with a ''Basket Care'' pack included;
Size and Fit:
• Unique Size ≅ length 7.8''Xdepth 3.9''Xheight 8'' inches;
• Weight ≅ 1lb 8.69oz;
• Adjustable leather strap, with length to accommodate on shoulder or for back;
• It allows you to take an diary (up to size A5), wallet, mobile phone, keys, and a bottle of water of the little ones;
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.
Offering a special gift is not always easy! But as long as that gift is love, trust and honor, there is no way to fail. However, to make everything much easier for you, offer one of our gift cards, so the person can choose its ideal basket bag, and discount the value of your gift card!
Details:
- This card will be shipped to your address with the unique discount code on it;
- We will also send this card by email so you can keep it safe;
- You can write a little message on it, just email us to info@victoria-handmade.com to let us know what you would like to write on the gift-card;
- This gift card is valid for one year, counting as of 25 December 2020;
- In case the person chooses a piece higher than the value of his gift card, the value of the gift card will be deducted from the total, and the person in question will pay the remaining amount;
- In the case of buying a piece with a value less than the gift card, the remaining money will be kept in a discount code created separately and sent later to the owner of the gift card to use in the future until December 25, 2021.
- We will not be able to accept exchanges and returns of gift cards. We hope you understand!
• Shipping is done free worldwide in registered mail delivered by hand by the closest carrier at your home.
• How long your order will take to be shipped? Usually between 2 to 8 business days to get out of our store. Since all baskets are crafted by hand one at a time, the time until dispatch varies depending on the number of simultaneous orders and the piece you are ordering. On the same day of your purchase, we will send an email with a reliable shipping forecast. We promise to be quick! If the date we indicated in the email is too late for you, let us know the date you need your piece and we will give priority to your order.
• Is it for a birthday gift or other important event for you? Contact us and we will give priority to your order in order to meet expectations!
• After dispatch you will receive a tracking number that allows you to track your shipment online! Everything will be provided to you at the time.
• The time to arrive after expedition depend from country to country. More info about this will be provided to you by e-mail since this details depend from the country that your order will be shipped.
We make the conscious decision to only use renewable and sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, your basket bag get better with age. With a little bit of care and attention your piece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
• A sac made by recyclable fibers to storage your piece;
• A jar with beeswax, a natural product that clean, preserve and maintain the beauty of your piece for years to came;
• An extra metal foot;
Know when and how to use this care pack on the page ''CARE & CIRCULARITY'' - click.
Other important things when comes to take care of your Victoria Handmade bag:
REED
• The reed body is delicate but robust, this means the reed body can endure knocks and bumps but a little extra care is needed when using the bag, just like other material kind of bags - don't forget to use the beeswax here!
• Our baskets have been thoroughly tested over the years to withstand various conditions. The traditional Portuguese basket existed for decades, and has always been used in the most varied conditions and occasions. At Victoria Handmade we keep the ancestral production methods unchanged, so the quality of your piece is of the highest handmade quality.
• Our bags are completely waterproof, but we suggest avoiding any heavy rain, like you should do in any kind of bag.
• Being a plant, the reed does not adhere to all type of colors. This singularity makes that slight differences in shade from reed to reed happens due to its uniqueness.
ECO-FRIENDLY LEATHER:
• Our vegetable tanned leather shows off the material in its most natural state, maintaining natural flaws and markings. We select carefully the most beautiful ones.
• With proper care, vegetable tanned leather can last many decades. Every few months we recommend applying a little of beeswax (we offer it!) to the leather and rubbing it with a soft cloth (as well as in the reed, don't forget that!).
STORAGE
• While not in use, keep your bag away from closed cupboards and poor ventilated rooms. Store it in it's own sac on a dry place where circulates air (eg. hanging on a hanger, open cupboards - never closed -, etc.) Before storage it, apply a good layer of beeswax across the piece with a cloth.
Two bags are never equal, this is where the essence of each piece persists, unique made especially for you. We hope you enjoy every detail of your victoria handmade, knowing that we work with all the care and dedication to deliver you the highest quality craftsmanship.