TheCuriousNeedle

Handmade Zip Pouches, Embroidered Hoop Art & Tote Bags.

Foxford, Ireland

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Announcement Handbags, cosmetic bags, pencil cases & coin purses, using quirky fabrics to suit every taste. Handmade in the west of Ireland by Emma.

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Last updated on Jun 25, 2021

Handbags, cosmetic bags, pencil cases & coin purses, using quirky fabrics to suit every taste. Handmade in the west of Ireland by Emma.

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Tattoo Style Velvet Makeup Bag, Rockabilly Cosmetic Pouch

$21.60

Crane Canvas Zip Pouch, Crane Makeup Bag, Bird Gift, Japanese Makeup Bag, Sashiko Embroidery

$21.60

Feminist Patch, Feminism Patch, Girl Power, Iron On Embroidered Patches

$7.56

Diabetic Supply Bag, All My Diabetes Shite Zip Pouch, Funny T1 Diabetes Bag, Type One T2 Gift, Diabetes Kit Bag

$21.60

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Punny Zip Pouch. I Found This Humerus. Doctor Gift, Radiology

$21.60

Funny Medical Supplies Bag, Medication Bag, Drugs Zip Pouch, First Aid Kit Bag

$21.60

Medical Supplies Bag, Epipen Bag, All My Allergy Shit Zip Pouch, Funny Allergy Gift, Anaphylaxis, Allergy Medication

$21.60

Science Pencil Case, Chemistry Zipper Pouch, Science Gift, Nerd Gift, Geek Gift

$15.12

Pink Unicorn Cosmetics Pouch, Unicorn Makeup Bag

$19.44

Science Gift, Science Cosmetic Bag, Science Make Up Bag, Chemistry Gift

$19.44

Halloween Zipper Pouch, Make Up Bag, Hearse Zip Pouch, Toiletry Bag, Goth Bag

$15.12

Kawaii Sea Creatures Makeup Bag, Cute Ocean Cosmetic Bag, Novelty Zip Pouch, Seal, Dolphin, Turtle, Octopus

$19.44

Bumble Bee Make Up Bag, Bees Cosmetic Bag, Dark Red Bees Zip Pouch

$19.44

Only 1 available and it's in 1 person's cart

Funny Medical Supplies Bag, Medication Bag, Walking Bloody Pharmacy Zip Pouch, First Aid Kit Bag

$21.60

Diabetic Supply Bag, All My Diabetes Shite Zip Pouch, Funny T1 Diabetes Bag, Type One T2 Gift, Diabetes Kit Bag

$21.60

Shiba Inu Dogs Pencil Case, Cute Japanese Dog Zip Pouch

$15.12

Shiba Inu Dogs Makeup Bag, Japanese Dog Cosmetic Bag, Dog Owner Gift

$19.44

Retro Floral Pencil Case, Hibiscus Flower Zipper Pouch, Small Floral Makeup Bag

$15.12

Retro Style Make Up Pouch, Hibiscus Floral Makeup Bag, Flower Cosmetic Bag

$19.44

Red Lipstick Print Metallic Makeup Bag, Red, Black and Gold Cosmetic Bag.

$19.44

Metallic Purple Floral Makeup Bag, Flower Cosmetic Bag

$19.44

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Flamingo Pencil Case, Tropical Pencil Case

$15.12

Ice Cream Coin Purse, Cute Small Icecream Zippered Pouch, Meds Case, Tampon Case

$11.88

Cat Sugar Skull Coin Purse, Cute Small Zippered Pouch, Meds Case, Tampon Case

$11.88

Lucky Japanese Cat Makeup Bag, Maneki Neko Cat Bag

$19.44

Only 2 left

Blood Splatter Pencil Case, Novelty Horror Pencil Case, Mini Make Up Bag, School Supplies, Vampire, Dracula

$15.12

Lucky Japanese Cat Pencil Case, Maneki Neko Cat Pencil Bag

$15.12

Blood Spatter Print Make Up Bag, Red and White Zip Pouch, Horror Cosmetic Bag.

$19.44

Cute Cat Pencil Case, Kitsch Cat Zip Pouch

$15.12

Horror Fan Makeup Bag, Frankenstein's Monster, Werewolf, Vampire, Mummy, Horror Toiletry Bag, Horror Fan Gift, Zip Pouch, Goth Bag

$19.44

Dog Lover Make Up Bag, Dog Cosmetic Bag, Dalmatian, Terrier, French Bulldog

$19.44

Monsters Pencil Case, Horror Pencil Case, Mini Make Up Bag, School Supplies, Vampire, Dracula, Frankenstein's Monster, Werewolf, Mummy,

$15.12

Galaxy Pencil Case, Solar System Pencil Case, Space Bag, School Supplies

$15.12

Galaxy Print Cosmetic Case, Space Make Up Bag, Solar System, Zip Pouch, Toiletry Bag.

$19.44

Pug Makeup Bag, Dog Cosmetic Bag

$19.44

Lucky Cat Pencil Case, Maneki Neko Cat Bag, Japanese Cat, School Supplies, Small Makeup Bag.

$15.12

Lucky Cat Makeup Bag, Maneki Neko Cat Bag, Japanese Cat, School Supplies, Large Makeup Bag.

$19.44

Kitsch Cats Makeup Bag, Cute Cats Cosmetic Pouch

$19.44

Pug Pencil Case, Cute Dog Zip Pouch

$15.12

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V on May 5, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

It’s amazing !! The craftsmanship is wonderful

Celestial Pencil Case, Galaxy Pencil Case, Astrological Pencil Case

Celestial Pencil Case, Galaxy Pencil Case, Astrological Pencil Case
fumagoo on May 4, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

Great quality, speedy delivery. Love it!

Tropical Hibiscus Flower Coin Purse, Cute Small Zip Pouch, Tampon Case

Tropical Hibiscus Flower Coin Purse, Cute Small Zip Pouch, Tampon Case
Emilio on Jul 31, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

Awesome patch 💪💪💪

Feminist Patch, Feminism Patch, Girl Power, Iron On Embroidered Patches

Feminist Patch, Feminism Patch, Girl Power, Iron On Embroidered Patches
fumagoo on May 4, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

Quality is so good, as usual. Super speedy delivery. Love love love. Debating buying more!

Spooky Bitch Canvas Wristlet, Spooky Zip Pouch

Spooky Bitch Canvas Wristlet, Spooky Zip Pouch
Elaine on Mar 22, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

Great quality bag in my county colours💜💛 Nice to have a fun bag for all the shite😁

Diabetic Supply Bag, All My Diabetes Shite Zip Pouch, Funny T1 Diabetes Bag, Type One T2 Gift, Diabetes Kit Bag

Diabetic Supply Bag, All My Diabetes Shite Zip Pouch, Funny T1 Diabetes Bag, Type One T2 Gift, Diabetes Kit Bag
kazue saito on Mar 17, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

The goods arrived in good condition. It’s so cute! I love it. Thank you so much!

Red Lipstick Print Metallic Makeup Bag, Red, Black and Gold Cosmetic Bag.

Red Lipstick Print Metallic Makeup Bag, Red, Black and Gold Cosmetic Bag.
Angel on Feb 27, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

Just as pictured. Bigger than I expected, which is a good thing!

Blood Splatter Pencil Case, Novelty Horror Pencil Case, Mini Make Up Bag, School Supplies, Vampire, Dracula

Blood Splatter Pencil Case, Novelty Horror Pencil Case, Mini Make Up Bag, School Supplies, Vampire, Dracula
Robin on Jan 6, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

Beautifully made with excellent quality fabric. I have a few of Emma's gorgeous bags now, some of them are a few years old and they still look as good as new. They're so well made. Can't recommend enough.

Punny Zip Pouch. I Found This Humerus. Doctor Gift, Radiology

Punny Zip Pouch. I Found This Humerus. Doctor Gift, Radiology
Linden on Dec 27, 2021

5 out of 5 stars

I love this shop thanks so much

Squirrel and Rabbit Makeup Bag, Squirrel Cosmetic Bag

Squirrel and Rabbit Makeup Bag, Squirrel Cosmetic Bag
densallee on Dec 22, 2021

5 out of 5 stars

I sent this to my friend and she loves it! She is impressed by the quality and fun fabric. Cats! The gift arrived safely on time. I'm very pleased with my gift choice!

Lucky Cat Makeup Bag, Maneki Neko Cat Bag, Japanese Cat, School Supplies, Large Makeup Bag.

Lucky Cat Makeup Bag, Maneki Neko Cat Bag, Japanese Cat, School Supplies, Large Makeup Bag.

About TheCuriousNeedle

Sales 6,370

On Etsy since 2013

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Emma Bourke

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I live in the west of Ireland, with my husband and two children. I adore novelty and retro style fabric, and incorporate it into my shop whenever I can!

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Last updated on Mar 16, 2016

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I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations

Contact me within: 14 days of delivery

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The following items can't be returned or exchanged

Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:

Custom or personalized orders

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The following items can't be returned or exchanged

Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:

Custom or personalized orders Perishable products (like food or flowers) Digital downloads Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons) Items on sale

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Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value. Seller will cover return shipping costs. Contact them for details. Seller will cover return shipping costs. Contact them for details.

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Last updated on May 18, 2022

Frequently asked questions

Sizing details

Please read the listings, which has the measurements for every product.

Care instructions

Zip bags can be washed in the machine at 30C, hand washed, or spot cleaned. Iron with a medium hot iron to remove creases.

Canvas bags must be hand washed in cold water, as they have not been pre treated.

Wholesale availability

I offer wholesale, so please do get in touch for prices.

Can I get a tracking number?

Our standard postal service in Ireland does not provide tracking numbers. I can not tell you the whereabouts of your order, once it is in transit.

I offer tracked shipping on handbags.