Grey wide-wale corduroy tote bag
This corduroy bag is cut from one piece of wide-wale upholstery cord. The grey is clean, with no blue and no green underneath it, and the wale is broad enough to read from across the street.
The offcut came from a furniture factory. New, unused, simply too small to cover anything with. It was enough for one bag and its handles.
Dimensions: roughly 37 x 40 cm. Waterproof lining, one zipped pocket and one slip pocket, brick coloured drawstring at the top.
349,00 zł
A corduroy bag made from fabric meant to cover an armchair
Upholstery corduroy differs from the dressmaking kind in wale width and in weight. This one has a wale several millimetres across and a pile dense enough that stroking it against the lie changes the shade to a lighter one. In a bag that means the fabric holds its form even when there is nothing inside.
What it is made of
The entire outer part, handles included, is the same grey corduroy. The wale runs the same way on the handles as on the front, so the transition between them is almost invisible.
The only colour besides grey is the drawstring in brick red. It is cotton, soft, tied in a bow at the side. Lining, zip and cord are new.
What fits inside
Roughly 37 x 40 cm. A4 goes in without folding, a 15 inch laptop does too, and there is still room for a flask between them.
Inside there is a zipped pocket and a slip pocket. It carries up to 8 kg, which is two days of shopping, but not a six pack of water.
Who it is for
The grey here is neutral enough that you do not have to build an outfit around it. It works for the commute, where a bag stands under a desk for eight hours and then goes to the shops.
Honestly: wide-wale corduroy picks up dust and pet hair more than smooth fabrics. A lint roller or a damp hand takes care of it, but it is worth knowing before you buy, especially if there is a cat at home.
How to care for it
Spot clean with a damp cloth, along the wale and not across it. Hand wash only, in lukewarm water. Dry flat. No tumble dryer and no iron, because the wale flattens and does not come back up.
Frequently asked questions
Does corduroy wear through at the corners?
Upholstery fabrics are engineered for abrasion, so they last longer than clothing corduroy. After a few years of daily use the pile on the bottom corners may smooth out. We repair those spots in the workshop for a fee.
Can I get the same bag in another colour?
We cannot sew this model to order in a different shade, because we depend on what arrives with the offcuts. Write to scoiattolo.biuro@gmail.com and we will check what is in the workshop.
Can the drawstring be removed?
It can be pulled out of the channel if you prefer the bag without a gathered top. The opening then stays flat across the full width.
See the other corduroy bags, have a look at the powder pink patchwork bag or read why corduroy came back into fashion.
Product Safety and Compliance Sheet (GPSR)
Compliant with Regulation (EU) 2023/988
1. Product Identification
Category: Handmade textile products (upcycling)
Product Range: This documentation covers Scoiattolo Barbara Zalisz brand textile products.
Identification Method: Each product has a unique SKU and brand name, which allow it to be linked to this safety manual.
Country of Origin: Poland
2. Product Characteristics and Intended Use
Description: Handmade product made using the upcycling method from high-quality upholstery materials. May contain metal elements, plastics (buckles, zippers), and waterproof linings.
Intended Use: Product intended for everyday use (e.g., storing or carrying personal items).
Target audience: Adults. This product is not a toy within the meaning of Directive 2009/48/EC.
3. Safety Instructions
- Load: Do not exceed the maximum load of 8kg to prevent the handles/straps from breaking.
- Condition check: Before each use, check the technical condition of the product, in particular the fastening of fittings, locks and the continuity of seams.
- Use by children: When the product is used by children, constant adult supervision is required (risk of entanglement in long straps or swallowing small parts if the product is damaged).
4. Maintenance and Storage
- Cleaning: Hand wash gently.
- Drying: Dry flat. Do not tumble dry or place on direct heat sources (radiators).
- Ironing: Do not iron.
- Storage: Store in a dry place, away from moisture.
5. Warnings and Risks
WARNING: This product contains small parts (e.g., snaps, zippers) that may pose a choking hazard if detached.
WARNING: Long straps/cords pose a strangulation hazard. Do not wrap around the neck.
WARNING: Flammable materials. Keep away from open flames and sources of intense heat.
6. Disposal and the Environment
This product is made from upcycled materials. At the end of its useful life, it should be disposed of in accordance with local regulations for textile and metal waste.
7. Declaration of Conformity
The manufacturer declares that the product complies with the general product safety requirements specified in Regulation (EU) 2023/988 of the European Parliament and of the Council (GPSR).
8. Contact for Security Issues
Please send all reports regarding product defects, security incidents, or complaints to: scoiattolo.biuro@gmail.com with the subject "GPSR Report."
Manufacturer Information:
Manufacturer: Scoiattolo Barbara Zalisz
Postal address: ul. Brunona Kicińskiego 34, 06-400 Ciechanów
Email address: scoiattolo.biuro@gmail.com
Website: https://scoiattolo.pl/
