Smocking Tote Bag 05

A bag that carries traces of time. Created with the smocking technique — gathering fabric by hand with needle and thread.
Each piece by mäisa has its own rhythm of stitches, revealing subtle shadows that shift with the light. The proportions have been carefully redesigned to achieve a balance between structure, texture, and presence. 
Understated yet distinct, it complements both daily life and quiet moments. Material Fabric: 100% cotton Decoration (one side only): Made of different materials Size Main body: Height 37.5 cm × Width 27.5 cm (A4 size possible / No pocket) Strap length: 60 cm (long enough to be worn over the shoulder) Care guide Hand wash gently Dry with a towel and air dry Do not use a washing machine note: Due to differences in lighting and device displays, the actual color of the product may vary slightly from what you see on screen. Each item is carefully handmade, and slight individual variations are part of its unique character. We appreciate your understanding. 【About the making process】 The smocking technique gathers fabric with needle and thread, creating soft three-dimensional textures.
Each piece by mäisa is shaped with our own unique way of stitching —a design that cannot be replicated. Each piece takes dozens of hours to complete. 
By touching the fabric and slowly searching for its form, each piece retains the rhythm and breath of that moment. Rather than finishing quickly, we value making with conviction.
Listening to the fabric, shaping it stitch by stitch —the process itself becomes part of the design. At mäisa, beauty is not measured by efficiency or trend, but by the quiet time spent bringing form to life.
That is the essence of our craftsmanship.