Etsy Favorites: PansyMaiden

Last month, my mum & I hauled my 10-year-old bicycle out of storage. We got it tuned-up and I’ve been riding it 3-5 times a week even since. It quickly became apparent that my purse wasn’t ready for my cycling adventures.

And so began my hunt for a new, bicycle-ready purse. It took me nearly a full week of checking over 50 different websites to try and find an affordable, eco/DIY-friendly bag. Many times over, I ended up on Etsy, browsing their hundreds of thousands of sellers.

Then … I found her … PansyMaiden. Made right in Boston, owner & hand-crafter Laura was fantastically friendly. Since all of her bags are made-to-order, I had to wait nearly 3 weeks for it to arrive.

[The bag I ordered: Pansy Maiden's Easy To Be Around Mini Messenger in Grey/Yellow]

Three words: worth the wait! The colors of my new purse are even my enchanting in person. The fabric is strong and Laura’s construction is solid. One of the best features: a super-long, adjustable shoulder strap so I can wear it is as a purse or a messenger bag. After checking out Pansy Maiden’s blog, it looks like I’m not the only one who enjoys bike travel.

[Pansy Maiden's **Limited Edition** Shake Sugaree Shoulder Bag in Seersucker/Denim]

[Pansy Maiden's The Bang! Bag in Brown/Lime]

[Pansy Maiden's Where There Are Trees Weekender in Grey/Lime]

[Pansy Maiden's I Was Made For You Faux Duffel in Orange/Grey]

Head over to the PansyMaiden Etsy Shop, or better yet, the Pansy Maiden website, which has its own online store with more options! Bonus: Laura also has a collection made from organic fabrics – swoon.

[All images courtesy of Pansy Maiden]