Discover the Josefa Basket – a tribute to timeless elegance and unshakable strength. This handcrafted piece reflects the spirit of a woman who faced life’s challenges with grace and resilience, embodying the beauty of persistence and quiet courage.

With its delicate rose-toned pattern and refined details, the Josefa Basket is more than just a bag – it’s a celebration of femininity and fortitude. The intricate craftsmanship, from its natural wicker handle to the glossy, waterproof finish, ensures that every stitch and weave tells a story of dedication and artistry.

Carry the Josefa Basket to bring a touch of sophistication to your everyday life. Its versatile design, adjustable leather strap, and thoughtful features combine functionality with elegance, making it the perfect companion for any occasion.

This basket isn’t just an accessory; it’s a symbol of endurance, style, and the beauty of a life well-lived. Let it inspire you to face each day with the same quiet strength it represents.

Josefa Vintage Basket Bag

From €210.00

Did you choose YES above? Nice! Write below what you want stamp on the strap of your basket for +25€ (optional)

· 22 Hours of Artistry: Crafted with care over 22 hours, every detail is carefully attended to, ensuring the highest quality in every weave.

· Perfectly Sized: Approx. L25cm x D12cm x H16cm (9.8"x4.7"x5.9") with a lightweight feel at 430g (15.16oz), designed for practicality and elegance.

· Timeless Floral Pattern: Adorned with a delicate rose pattern in natural and dark tones, the color shifts naturally from light to dark depending on the light exposure, making each piece a unique work of art.

· Rustic Elegance: The handcrafted wicker handle brings a rustic charm and refined elegance to every detail.

· Eco-Friendly Leather Details: Finished with black, eco-friendly genuine leather accents for a sleek, sustainable touch.

· Versatile Style: Includes a detachable shoulder strap, allowing you to style it your way. If you prefer it without, simply select "NO" in the "SHOULDER STRAP" field, and it will not be included, along with the side hardware.

· Weather-Resistant: Glossy, waterproof protective finish with a clatch closure ensures the basket’s durability for every season.

· Sophisticated Hardware: Featuring old gold-toned hardware that adds a timeless and refined touch to your basket.

· Durable Base Protection: Designed with four metal feet to safeguard the base and ensure lasting quality.

· Basket Care Kit: Comes with a special "Basket Care" pack, which includes a fabric storage bag and a beeswax jar to maintain the beauty and integrity of your basket.

· Made Just for You: Each piece is carefully handcrafted in Portugal by Victoria Handmade. The unique touch of individual craftsmanship means slight variations in color and size, ensuring that your basket is one of a kind.

Make the "Josefa" basket your new treasured accessory, a true blend of artisanal quality and timeless beauty.
· Organic reed caught by hand in the center of Portugal wetlands by our own team;
· Wicker braid handle - material from nature; This implies that some cracks and openings in the wicker be characteristic of the handle;
· Vegetable tanning leather: a reuse of food-purpose traceable cow leather - instead of ending up in landfills, it is reused for accessories by an environmentally friendly vegetable tanning. A genuine eco friendly, toxic-free leather that displays the material in its most natural state, maintaining flaws and natural marks. We carefully select the most beautiful ones for you.
· ATTENTION: If you choose ''yes!'' in the field above ''Stamp your name, initials or expressions for + 25€'' - know that this Victoria handmade is unique, created just for you.

As provided for in Portuguese law in art. 10 of DL nº 24/2014 of 14 February, commonly known as the right to regret, pieces made according to the consumer's instructions are not covered by it. In other words, we will not make exchanges of custom Victoria handmade basket bags; Hope you can understand!

· You can only stamp capital letters, numbers, '' & '' and the '' ♡ '' symbol;

· You're not feeling inspired? Got you covered with these amazing quotes.

L♡VE

GRATITUDE ♡

STAY HUMBLE

FEARLESS & KIND

CARPE DIEM

FOREVER Y♡URS

HAKUNA MATATA

ENJOY LIFE

YOU CAN ♡

YOU MATTER ♡
We understand the importance of each piece and the value it carries. That’s why our baskets are crafted with dedication and respect for nature, minimizing waste and ensuring exclusivity. Here’s what you need to know about our shipping and delivery process:

Handcrafted, Made-to-Order:
Each basket is meticulously handmade just for you after your order is confirmed. Production time ranges from 3 to 15 business days, depending on the current artisanal workload.

Personalized Delivery Estimate:
Once your order is confirmed, you will receive an email with a more precise delivery estimate.

Special Dates:
If your order is intended for a specific occasion, please mention it in the notes field on the cart page before proceeding to checkout.

Direct Contact:
Should you wish to confirm if your basket will arrive on time, you can reach out directly to the artisan, Esperança Vitória, at +351 918 803 514, who will be happy to address your expectations.

Shipping and Carrier Options:
Once production is complete, you can check the shipping time for your location on the cart page by entering your postal code. We offer two delivery options:

CTT Express (free)

FedEx Express (extra fees for urgent deliveries)

We appreciate your support and for valuing the time and dedication that make each basket truly unique.
We make the conscious decision to only use sustainable fibers woven by our own hands. Using high quality materials, each basket bag get better with age. With a little of care and attention your masterpiece can follow you for years to come. To help you so, we offer you a care pack:
· A cloth bag to store;
· A jar with beeswax to preserve your piece;

To keep your Victoria Handmade piece of art beautiful as the years pass, we recommend following these guidelines for its care:

· Beware not to scratch or rub your product against abrasive surfaces, especially the reed body (raw-material);

· Keep your piece away from damp or humid environments and avoid direct exposure to sunlight, keep your basket bag away from any direct source of heat (radiators, car interiors overheated by the sun, etc);

· In order to protect your masterpiece when you are not using it, place a generous dose of beeswax provided and store it in its own cloth bag in a dry place where air circulates (for example, hanging on a hanger, open cabinets - never closed - as a decoration piece in your room, etc);

· With a dry cloth, once or twice a month, use the beeswax to hydrate your basket and prevent some areas from wearing out, as well as to maintain its natural beauty - place the beeswax on the reed body, leather and hardware accessories;

· Taking proper care of your Victoria Handmade masterpiece will allow you to fully appreciate its beauty for many years.
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to effect a return.

The return of items applies exclusively to products that can be returned in the same conditions in which the customer received them.

We do not reimburse the costs of shipping fees on exchange or return items.

Please note that, as provided for in Portuguese law in art. 10 of DL nº 24/2014 of 14 February, commonly known as the right to regret, pieces made according to the consumer's instructions are not covered by it. In other words, we do not accept exchanges or returns of custom made-to-order products.

Find out if your masterpiece is eligible for an exchange or refund here.