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Meet the Maker

Re/TOTE

Lantzville,  BC 

Re/TOTE is the fusion of my creative expression, my love for up cycling, and keen appreciation for a great handbag. It began with an experiment to create beautiful, functional handbags using existing materials.

Inspired by an eclectic variety of available materials and energized to maintain a clear focus on function and style. Re/TOTE bags are almost entirely made of repurposed and discarded materials, including salvaged (just before landfill) furniture leathers, thrift store linens, hardware, and leather belts. Each bag is constructed from a legacy of elements, old is new again, recrafted into a new story. Repurposed is in!

I am a small yet energetic designer sourcing materials locally. My handmade collections are reasonably priced to support giving everybody a chance to experience Re/TOTE. Each design is unique – no two Re/TOTE bags are the same. I am excited to encourage my audience to make beautiful fashion choices and reduce our environmental impacts. Designing and crafting Re/TOTE brings me much joy and welcome challenges.

I was inspired by London fashion and proudly make Re/TOTE in Lantzville, BC on Vancouver Island.