Details:

• Practical hand-embroidered clutch to store makeup, pens, keys, ID, phone or other secrets. It slips easily into your bag.

• Lined in 100% cotton fabric giving it a good outfit to protect your belongings.

• Zipper closure.

• Responsible production and fair trade ♥

• Size Large

• Approximate size: 26.5 cm x 15.5 cm

• The embroiderers of the Atelier des rêves in Dakar and Gorée, embroider the words Liberty, Love and Happiness (among others) like a thread to follow, a conducting hymn.

CSAO (Compagnie du Sénégal et de l'Afrique de l'Ouest) was founded in 1995 in Paris by Valérie Schlumberger. After living and working with local artisans in Senegal and West Africa for more than a decade, Valérie returned to her native France where she opened her first Parisian boutique. Her aim, to disseminate in France and Europe the fruits of the work of the best craftsmen and women in West Africa. In conjunction with the opening of the brand’s Parisian boutique, Valérie also created ASAO, a charitable organisation that oversees a number of social initiatives in Senegal.

Since 2012 Ondine Saglio, Valérie's daughter, has joined the adventure. Ondine has been able to revalue noble ancestral traditions such as embroidery. By organizing embroidery workshops, over 150 women create cushions, bags and other accessories which have now become some of the brand’s most recognisable products gaining cult following among trendsetters from around the globe.

Previously without income or living in demanding and precarious occupations, these women can now support their families with a regular income. They play with threads, materials and colours and are proud of the results produced through their rigorous work. They have the opportunity to work at home to look after their children, or in the workshop where they are able to socialise, exchange, communicate and laugh with their peers. Confidence in themselves has being gained and they take great pride in creating these special and unique pieces.