Hand embroidered purse created by Aprohade embroiderers in Rwanda
£35.00
£3.50 UK delivery. Dispatched within 14 days.
By Kirstie Macleod
£35.00
£3.50 UK delivery. Dispatched within 14 days.
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About this item
A unique hand embroidered purse designed by Kirstie Macleod and stitched by the Aprohade embroiderers in Kigali, Rwanda. The purse displays the scalloped trim of The Red Dress adorned with stitched motifs from the garment; crescent moon and stars inspired by UK embroiderer Mia Bradbury's moon and part of the Rabia Naza-Rhainie from Afghanistan's geometric stitching on the dress's bodice. Dimensions: 22cm x 13cm Made from Rwandan cotton and lined with a traditional African wax fabric, with a thin foam to help it keep its shape. 100% of all profits will support getting The Red Dress and Kirstie Macleod to Rwanda in 2026. PLEASE NOTE: Items will be shipped from Somerset from the 15th December onwards (they are are currently en route to the UK!)
About this item
A unique hand embroidered purse designed by Kirstie Macleod and stitched by the Aprohade embroiderers in Kigali, Rwanda.
The purse displays the scalloped trim of The Red Dress adorned with stitched motifs from the garment; crescent moon and stars inspired by UK embroiderer Mia Bradbury's moon and part of the Rabia Naza-Rhainie from Afghanistan's geometric stitching on the dress's bodice.
Dimensions: 22cm x 13cm
Made from Rwandan cotton and lined with a traditional African wax fabric, with a thin foam to help it keep its shape.
100% of all profits will support getting The Red Dress and Kirstie Macleod to Rwanda in 2026.
PLEASE NOTE: Items will be shipped from Somerset from the 15th December onwards (they are are currently en route to the UK!)
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To offer work to the Aprohade embroiderers, and involve them in helping to get The Red Dress to Rwanda!
What buyers say about reddressembroidery
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Lovely little book with some nice close up details of the Red dress. Posted quickly.
Debra
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Bought 1 itemThe pouch is gorgeous with a padded lining and delightful embroidery.
Alison
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