Isabell Mathenge beautifully crafted a blue laptop bag blending leather elegance with fabric charm for Margit, delivering both style and functionality. What's your wish?
A request by Margit from Tattendorf, Österreich
I would like a laptop bag in landscape format for a 15.6″ laptop, blue, in a style similar to Isabell Wambui leather, mixed with patterned fabric. It should have 2 handles with approx. 28 cm to carry it on the shoulder. In the front 1 small zipper pocket for keys and mobile phone, in the back a trolley belt. Inside 2 compartments (1 narrower padded one for a laptop and 1 large one e.g. for an A4 folder). 1 inner zipped pocket, if possible 2 more pockets for pen and business cards. The bag should be completely zippable, so that no small parts can fall out, e.g. in an airplane. Dimensions approx. 40 cm length, 30 cm height, 12 cm width. The bottom should have metal feet.
The Journey of Creating custom made laptop bag in landscape format
Negotiation & Planning
Hi Margit
I am happy to make the bag for you.
I have keenly read through the specification paying special attention to landscape shape and the trolley belt, the metal feet and the partitions.
Many thanks for giving me another chance to make the bag.
Regards
Isabel
Crafting Process
How to make a custom made laptop bag in landscape format – work in progress
Hi Margit
Trust you are good.
I am experiencing a challenge in getting the exact African fabric as per the bag I made.
Are you open to change to another pattern? See some of what is available and let me know if you like any or I keep checking for this pattern.
Please let me know.
Regards
Isabel
19 Aug 2020 11:25 am: Margit
Hello Isabell, I really like the blue one on the bottom left with the delicate pattern!
Hi Margit
Thanks for confirming I will use the one you have chosen.
Many thanks
Isabel
23 Aug 2020 2:29 pm: Margit
ok
Hi Margit
My apologies I went quite. I had to make an order for the leather from the tannery. It has taken sometime now but good news is that it will be delivered tomorrow.
Otherwise I am ready to make the bag. I will share with you the production progress soon.
Regards
Isabell
09 Sep 2020 9:22 am: Margit
ok, no problem, I look forward to it
Hi Margit
The leather delayed and I got it yesterday.
However the colour is a deep navy blue 💙. Please check the attached let me know if i can proceed.
The other issue is on the fabric you had chosen I found it out of stock are you open to choosing any other as attached. Let me know.
Regards
Isabell
18 Sep 2020 10:35 am: Margit
Hello Isabell, navy blue leather is great! Please check which of the two fabric samples (uploaded photos) fits the leather better and choose. I like both very much.
Best regards,
Margit
Thanks so much Margit.
I am now excited to continue. I will see which fabric looks good.
Regards
Isabel
22 Sep 2020 11:22 am: Margit
I'm getting excited. Do you need any more information? Do you send both bags in one package?
Hi Margit
Please find attached the work I have done on the bag. Let me know if you like it.
Thanks
Isabel
25 Sep 2020 7:51 pm: Margit
very nice! ready for shipment! - both bags
Hi Margit
Yes.
It was wonderful to do the bags for you. Even though it has taken a while.
Thanks
Isabell
02 Oct 2020 6:30 pm: Margit
ok
02 Oct 2020 6:30 pm: Margit
ok
Hi Margit!
Happy new Year.
I regret the 2nd bag did not turn out as it was supposed to be. I would like to remake the bag to the exact specification as you had ordered.
I realised the handles size and the interiors were not done well.
I would be happy if yoy can get a bag that you will love and use it when more satisfied.
Kindly advise.
Best regards
Isabell
19 Jan 2021 9:13 am: Margit
Hi Isabell, thanks for your offer. I will be happy if the bag turns out just like that. I'll pay for it too. Thank you and lg,
Margit
Hi Margit
Thanks so much I really appreciate 🙏. I will pay attention to the exact specifications.
I will start on this right away!
Best regards
Isabel
25 Jan 2021 9:00 am: Margit
passt
Hey Margit
I bought the leather i will share the product design before I proceed for your confirmation.
Many thanks
Isabell
26 Jan 2021 1:51 pm: Margit
great, I am happy!
Hey Margit
I am having abit of a challenge with the leather.
I realised the colour is more black than either Navy blue or blue. Could you be open to use another colour like black?
Please let me know so I can see what to do.
Regards
Isabel
02 Feb 2021 4:58 pm: Margit
yes ok, but again with a colorful fabric in the front.
Thanks yes with a colourful fabric.
Same colourful fabric as I used last time.
Many thanks
Isabell
04 Feb 2021 8:21 am: Margit
ok
Hi Margit
Trust well!
I started production will be done with the bag in a few days.
Attached please find the production photos.
Regards
Isabell
09 Feb 2021 8:24 am: Margit
super
Hi Margit
The bag is done.
Kindly go through the photos and let me know if all specifications are met.
1. The handle drop 28cm
2. BAG dimensions L40cmxW30cnxD12cm
3. Metal feet.
4. TROLLEY belt
5. Colourful fabric.
If happy I am ready to ship the bag to you.
Regards
Isabel
12 Feb 2021 10:33 am: Margit
wow, super pretty! yes, the bag is ready to be sent! Thank you!
lg Margit
The Finished Unique Piece – Individually Handmade
Reference: ON003967E-16675
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Cost of material |
48.33
|
| Cost of labour |
32.22
|
| Cost of packaging |
1.61
|
| Cost of delivery to local operations manager |
3.22
|
| Subtotal – payout to artisan |
85.38
|
| Customer acquisition costs (advertising etc.) |
8.54
|
| Handling fee Urban Change Lab |
8.54
|
| Shipping costs from Kenya to Österreich* |
50
|
| VAT (Österreich)* |
28.97
|
| Total |
181.43
|
*Shipping costs and VAT vary depending on your location.
Each price shown is based on a unique, custom request. Final prices may vary depending on materials, effort, and delivery location.
