Lulu Wong Limited Edition Bags and Scarves

Here is the perfect and simple little bag to hold the i-phone, cell or mobile phone, wallet, keys, etc. To open, pull apart; to close, pull the drawstring cords. 

Most of these bags are made from 'obi' fabric.  The obi is the Japanese adornment made of artisan textiles that is then worn over a kimono. These textiles were sourced from flea markets in Japan and dealers who specialize in Japanese antiques.  Most of the textiles are vintage, created by an artisan tradition that is fading as time-consuming craftsmanship is giving way to mass production.  It may seem rather destructive or disrespectful to cut an obi and make it into something else, but if it is no longer wanted/needed by its owner, then perhaps I am reviving the display of it.  There are a few obi that I will not cut up, but will leave intact.

Approximate size  as in the above closed position is approximately 8 inches high X 8  inches wide/ 20 cm X 20 cm.

Lulu's bags are now also in the window of Melbourne Style, a gorgeous shop of clever, exquisite designed objects of desire at 155 Clarendon Street.  The owner is Maree Coote, who is also the force behind the photo book "Melbourne".  She designs some of the jewelry, furniture, art, gifts and housewares - much of it as an expression of her love for Melbourne. 

Think global but buy local.

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but be quick - these are one offs!

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