Margarete Haeusler Bag Dip-Dye Tote Bag
Margarete Haeusler Bag Dip-Dye Tote Bag

Dip-Dye Tote Bag

$194

Margarete Haeusler draws from botanical collections, the rhythms of the plant world, and a deep respect for British horticultural tradition. Her work translates these references into textiles made entirely by hand, using craft methods that resist acceleration.

The Dip-Dye Tote is constructed from Lithuanian linen, a material valued for its durability and its ability to absorb natural colorants with quiet depth. Each bag is dipped by hand in mineral pigment dye, producing a color gradient that shifts subtly from one end to the other. Because no two pieces move through the dye in exactly the same way, the coloration is genuinely individual to each bag.

  • Lithuanian linen body with hand-applied mineral pigment dye gradient
  • Long leather handles sized for shoulder carry
  • Removable small leather purse attached via leather lanyard
  • Available in a range of colorways

The detachable inner purse offers a considered solution for items that need to stay close at hand, without interrupting the bag's clean exterior silhouette. Each piece is a record of its own making.

Color
Color: Ochre

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Product Details

Details
  • Tote bag made from Lithuanian linen with color gradient
  • Black leather handles on the Charcoal version, brown leather handles on all other colors
  • Linen lining and removable leather purse with zip
  • Hand-painted with eco-textile colors based on mineral pigments
Measurements

H × Dia
18 × 17.25 in.
46 × 44 cm.
Linen, Leather

Shipping & Returns

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Warranty

Luminaire is an authorized retailer of Margarete Haeusler. The product comes with a full manufacturer warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of linen is used in the Dip-Dye Tote Bag?

The bag is made from Lithuanian linen, a traditionally cultivated fiber known for its tensile strength and natural texture. Lithuanian linen is particularly prized in craft textiles for its ability to take dye evenly while retaining a slightly irregular, organic surface quality.

How is the color gradient achieved on each bag?

The gradient is created through a hand dip-dyeing process using mineral pigments. Because each bag is dipped individually, the depth, transition point, and tone of the gradient vary from piece to piece, making every bag a one-of-a-kind object.

Who is Margarete Haeusler and what is her design background?

Margarete Haeusler is a textile designer whose practice is rooted in traditional craft techniques and inspired by botanical and horticultural sources, particularly British horticulture. She creates functional objects that carry the visible marks of their hand production.

What is the removable leather purse attached to the tote?

The bag includes a small leather purse connected to the interior by a leather lanyard. It detaches for independent use and is designed to hold items that require frequent access, keeping them organized without disrupting the tote's overall form.

Will my bag look exactly like the one pictured?

Because each bag is hand-dyed individually, the precise color gradient will differ from the images shown. This variation is intrinsic to the process and is considered part of the object's character rather than an inconsistency.