Little Grape Designer Hand-dyed Vegetable-tanned Leather Crossbody Shoulder Handheld Bucket Bag Deep Purple

I am the most adorable Little Grape, Falling for you at first sight across dimensions of the soul. I can fill your noble grace, And explore the world alongside you. https://i.ibb.co/wh3cP9FV/IMG-0003.jpg —— From the leather dyeing to the final details, the designer meticulously oversees every step, never compromising on color. Purple is a notoriously challenging hue, requiring hints of red and subtle gradations to achieve its true beauty—a challenge this Little Grape has mastered. To ensure every nuance of color is showcased, a lidless bucket bag design was chosen. This allows the unique layout of the hand-dyed leather to be fully displayed. Paired with thoughtfully selected metal hardware, the deep purple's allure is further enhanced. —— The desire to dye my own leather began with the first "Na Style Bag" (娜式包) collection. However, figuring out how to achieve the right effect felt daunting; simply applying dye wasn't the artistic process I envisioned. After nearly six years immersed in painting and sculpture, I finally understood the art of dyeing leather and how to apply color to create aesthetic beauty. The dyeing technique for Na Style Bags involves diluting the pigments to a very pale concentration, applying them layer by layer, and waiting for them to dry completely the next day before assessing the subsequent application. Multiple shades are blended to achieve the desired depth, a process that takes weeks of layering. https://youtube.com/shorts/jfYWno1Ca10?si=04KXU94EL5MW7b9t Deep purple can surprisingly function as a versatile alternative to black. Its richness allows for both dynamic and subtle styling. Feel free to experiment! 🫶 —— The entire piece of purple leather was meticulously utilized without waste. Two pieces are currently available. The strap length can be adjusted to your preference; please communicate your requirements to the designer. The metal hardware is modular, allowing for various configurations like handheld, shoulder, or crossbody styles with different strap lengths. —— Height: 19cm Width: 23.5cm Depth: 16cm Material: Vegetable-tanned cowhide leather Features reinforced base with protective studs to maintain shape even when filled. Despite its seemingly compact size, its rounded form offers ample storage without distortion. 💜🫶💜 Interior lining is made of high-quality, ultra-light, and durable microfiber faux pigskin. —— The leather for this bag is hand-dyed, resulting in a beautiful color gradient. The leather itself, chosen for its suitability for dyeing, is minimally processed, allowing natural textures, pores, and markings to be visible. This piece is crafted for those who appreciate natural aesthetics and an artistic, painterly feel, setting it apart from the more uniformly finished leathers commonly found. Please ensure you embrace the distinct character of intensely handmade, natural textures. Inquiries are always welcome. ❤️ —— In line with our eco-friendly ethos, shipping is handled with recycled cardboard boxes, avoiding excessive packaging. Even the handwritten notes have been a part of our practice for the past decade, using pre-printed cards from ten years ago (laughs).