by elke Antique Linen Tote

by elke. This one-of-a-kind linen bag features snap off straps for easy washing, 5 inside pockets, & hand cut & a finished natural tote straps that will patina & soften over time to a beautiful caramel color. There is a snap-tab closure at the top, and our signature cross is sewn on the front of the bag. This durable and washable bag is perfect for summer travels.

History lesson: Early European grain sacks were made from hemp and flax and were handmade right on the farms on which the hemp or flax was grown. After harvesting, the hemp was cleaned, spun into thread and subsequently woven into a heavy, durable fabric. That fabric was used to make large bags for grain, feed and other agricultural products for efficient transport from farm to marketplace. The distinct and familiar striping often seen on grain sacks was also a way for farmers to identify their sacks so the bags could be easily returned to their rightful origin. The unique character of each bag holds the history of a 19th century farm. This makes this fabric the perfect vehicle to create beautiful one of a kind bags.

Details:

• 17”w x 12.5”h x 5”d
• 5 inside pockets: 5”w x 7”h (2) 6” x 7” (3)
• tote straps: 1”w x 26'“l