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Threads of Change

LA, California

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Laura Pursell

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Announcement Threads of Change will be going through an overhaul over the next few months as the shop owner needs to take a little break and re-energize creatively.

I am still selling my popular leather and faux leather hip bags, so those listings are still active.

For the past 8 years, my passion has been combining vintage and world fabrics with antique clasps and decorative hardware. Each design was a re-imagined piece of history. I design and create all my pieces.

I've used beautiful handpainted mud cloth from Mali; vibrant wax prints from Ghana; vintage bark cloth from Hawaii, and fabrics from India and beyond. My vintage hardware has been found in Hollywood estate sales, consignment shops and attics.

Follow me on Twitter for latest inspirations: @threadsofchange

I've been featured in: InStyle Magazine, shoprumor.com, celebritystyleguide.com, boutiquetoyou.com and many more...

Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for some changes!

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Last updated on Feb 14, 2017

Threads of Change will be going through an overhaul over the next few months as the shop owner needs to take a little break and re-energize creatively.

I am still selling my popular leather and faux leather hip bags, so those listings are still active.

For the past 8 years, my passion has been combining vintage and world fabrics with antique clasps and decorative hardware. Each design was a re-imagined piece of history. I design and create all my pieces.

I've used beautiful handpainted mud cloth from Mali; vibrant wax prints from Ghana; vintage bark cloth from Hawaii, and fabrics from India and beyond. My vintage hardware has been found in Hollywood estate sales, consignment shops and attics.

Follow me on Twitter for latest inspirations: @threadsofchange

I've been featured in: InStyle Magazine, shoprumor.com, celebritystyleguide.com, boutiquetoyou.com and many more...

Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for some changes!

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Tara on Feb 5, 2016

5 out of 5 stars

Just love it!! The leather is amazing!!

Leather Hipster Bag

Leather Hipster Bag
musicmanmuz5 on Dec 28, 2015

5 out of 5 stars

I purchased this custom made bag for my daughter as a Chrismas gift and she really loves it. I ordered it very close to Christmas and the maker created it and shipped it in good time. Thanks, r

Vegan Hipster Bag

Vegan Hipster Bag
donna on Nov 1, 2015

5 out of 5 stars

This item is beautifully made and protects my Macbook Air in stylish ethnic fashion. The first case did not fit, but Laura quickly made another one for me that fit perfectly. Everything was shipped promptly.

MacBook Air 13" Envelope Case

MacBook Air 13" Envelope Case
juliesmalletsy on Oct 27, 2015

5 out of 5 stars

This is a fabulous bag for my computer plus some files! It is just what I wanted as far as quality (feels like it will last a very long time) and uniqueness (awesome fabric)! Highly recommend!

17" MacBook Pro/Messenger Bag

17" MacBook Pro/Messenger Bag
Jennypotpie on Jul 24, 2015

5 out of 5 stars

I love the purse! The strap adjustability & interior pockets are fantastic. Laura is easy to work w/ and truly knows what she's doing. Keep up the great work & thank you. :)

Leather Hipster Bag

Leather Hipster Bag
Joan on Jul 17, 2015

5 out of 5 stars

Another very satisfying transaction with an exceptional seller. Quality products.

Wax Print Cocktail Napkins

Wax Print Cocktail Napkins
Joan on Jul 17, 2015

5 out of 5 stars

Extremely happy with this purchase. Seller is prompt, professional and has unique, high quality items.

Mini Messenger Mud Cloth Bag

Mini Messenger Mud Cloth Bag
Joan on Jul 17, 2015

5 out of 5 stars

Very well made, high quality, unique item. Delightful seller.

Wax Print Weekender - "Broom Print"

Wax Print Weekender - "Broom Print"
Joan on Jul 17, 2015

5 out of 5 stars

Unique, high quality napkins. Really love these....

Wax Print Cocktail Napkins

Wax Print Cocktail Napkins
SANDRA on Apr 30, 2015

5 out of 5 stars

I love this bag. What a fabulous one-of-a-kind item. The fabric is gorgeous, and it was a pleasure working with the designer. I'm sure I will be making more purchases from her in the future.

Wax Print Weekender - "Broom Print"

Wax Print Weekender - "Broom Print"

About threadsofchange

Sales 178

On Etsy since 2010

Old World Textiles meet New World Functionality

Threads of Change was started in 2010, based on the idea of harnessing creative passions and actually making a difference somewhere in the world. I was drawn to the colorful, graphically bold fabrics of Africa, so I set out to design products that were functional, yet completely one-of-a-kind. Every piece of mud cloth or wax print fabric you see in the shop comes from Africa (the mud cloth from Mali, the wax prints from Ghana), and I'm now incorporating vintage fabrics and unique textiles from all over the world. No two pieces are alike, and everything is handmade in Los Angeles. My aim is to combine old world textiles with new world functionality.

A percentage of my sales goes directly to the Manya Krobo Queen Mothers Association in Ghana. The Queen Mothers are a non-profit group of women, descendants of chiefs, who serve the women and children in the Manya Krobo region of Ghana. These amazing women identify potential orphans in the region and provide a matriarchal and educational role, removing them from an orphanage situation and into a home atmosphere. These children eventually become their own. I am proud to support this wonderful group of women.

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Laura Pursell

Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator

A seamstress since childhood, Laura started Threads of Change in 2010, and her work and accomplishments have been featured in InStyle Magazine, Stitch Magazine, and Celebrity Style Guide. She lives and works in Los Angeles.

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Last updated on February 16, 2023

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