inblue
Buyers are raving!
This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
Announcement
Important Update:
HI ya'll, we are still shipping! But I am working solo to follow all CDC regulations for social distancing so my crew of 7 are not here to help me... so please be patient and bare with me :) I assure you that your items are still going to come but I need the full two weeks to keep up! Thank ya'll so much and stay healthy out there! Also your purchase of a bag from In Blue Handmade gives 50 meals to folks in need within the United States. Right now, more than ever, we are dealing with a food crisis of unprecedented proportions. With the necessary cancellation of schools and massive loss of jobs here in the USA, we feel our best move is to help people access meals. At In Blue, we believe that food is a human right. Every day, we will donate 50 meals per bag sold to a network of 60,000 food banks nationwide to provide lunches to children who are missing out on their current school lunch programs, and to help families put food on the table in these uncertain times. No action is needed on your part, just purchasing the bag guarantees the food banks get part of your sale. If you cannot purchase from us at this time, please consider donating to Feeding America to help continue these efforts to keep America food secure. If you are in need of food currently, please reach out to Feeding America or shoot us a message and we can help connect you to your local food bank!
Thanks for shopping handmade! Announcing free shipping within the USA on all items! Need a shipping upgrade, or your item delivered even more quickly? Your can upgrade your shipping at checkout for all domestic orders!
Want something faster and you live outside of the USA? Contact us! Check out our reduced international shipping rates as well!
Colors listed in drop down menu at checkout are the only colors available for the item listed.
Almost all items are available for custom order! Check the listing description of the item you like for more guidelines.
Please allow 5 business days to make and ship most items, such as fobs, pouches, and wallets. Larger items, like bags and guitar straps, take 1-2 weeks of production time. Shipping TYPICALLY takes 3-5 business days within the US and 6-14 business days internationally (barring any customs issues).
Free shipping includes USPS first class and or media mail with limited tracking.
Please also check out our shop Policies section for additional information.
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Facebook: @inbluehandmade
twitter: @inbluehandmade
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Thanks so much and happy shopping!
Announcement
Important Update:
HI ya'll, we are still shipping! But I am working solo to follow all CDC regulations for social distancing so my crew of 7 are not here to help me... so please be patient and bare with me :) I assure you that your items are still going to come but I need the full two weeks to keep up! Thank ya'll so much and stay healthy out there! Also your purchase of a bag from In Blue Handmade gives 50 meals to folks in need within the United States. Right now, more than ever, we are dealing with a food crisis of unprecedented proportions. With the necessary cancellation of schools and massive loss of jobs here in the USA, we feel our best move is to help people access meals. At In Blue, we believe that food is a human right. Every day, we will donate 50 meals per bag sold to a network of 60,000 food banks nationwide to provide lunches to children who are missing out on their current school lunch programs, and to help families put food on the table in these uncertain times. No action is needed on your part, just purchasing the bag guarantees the food banks get part of your sale. If you cannot purchase from us at this time, please consider donating to Feeding America to help continue these efforts to keep America food secure. If you are in need of food currently, please reach out to Feeding America or shoot us a message and we can help connect you to your local food bank!
Thanks for shopping handmade! Announcing free shipping within the USA on all items! Need a shipping upgrade, or your item delivered even more quickly? Your can upgrade your shipping at checkout for all domestic orders!
Want something faster and you live outside of the USA? Contact us! Check out our reduced international shipping rates as well!
Colors listed in drop down menu at checkout are the only colors available for the item listed.
Almost all items are available for custom order! Check the listing description of the item you like for more guidelines.
Please allow 5 business days to make and ship most items, such as fobs, pouches, and wallets. Larger items, like bags and guitar straps, take 1-2 weeks of production time. Shipping TYPICALLY takes 3-5 business days within the US and 6-14 business days internationally (barring any customs issues).
Free shipping includes USPS first class and or media mail with limited tracking.
Please also check out our shop Policies section for additional information.
Instagram: @inbluehandmade
Facebook: @inbluehandmade
twitter: @inbluehandmade
Want special promo codes, insight on new products to come, and pictures of really cute dogs in hats? Sign up for our mailing list! http://eepurl.com/bEgAEn
Thanks so much and happy shopping!
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Catherine on Apr 14, 2021
5 out of 5 starsSuper cute bag! I know I’m going to put it to some good use 😊
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Megan on Apr 14, 2021
5 out of 5 starsIn love with this! I bought the oak color and its beautiful!!
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Genevieve on Apr 13, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI love this bag. I’ve only had it for a couple weeks and already got so many complements. The quality is great!!
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Kelsey on Apr 13, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI love it! Perfect size and the color is just right and the leather is super soft! Can't wait to show it off!
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Kristin on Apr 14, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI wanted to wait a week or so before writing a review. The packaging was not what I expected for a nearly $200 bag, but I have to say, I am in LOVE with this bag! I have been shopping for a simple and functional leather tote for a very long time.
This bag is exactly what I’ve wanted! Big enough for all of my day to day things, my large Yeti bottle, plus the plethora of things my 4 y/o needs. The outer pocket is great for my phone, AirPods, key fob, lip balm. The crossbody strap is super handy, and the two standard shoulder straps are incredibly comfortable! They are the perfect thinness and length.
The only thing that I could suggest to improve is the little inside pocket. There is a gap between it and the outer side of the bag, and when gabbing blindly into the bag, I keep missing the actual pocket and reaching into the gap. -
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Amy on Apr 14, 2021
5 out of 5 starsLove it - super cute and functional. Thanks for making a great bag!
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Vicki on Apr 14, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI love my purse! I got the crossbody and the strap wasn't long enough and the owner made longer for me. Thanks again!
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About inblue
in blue handmade. Special totes for special folks!
In Blue started in 2008, after a relocation from bustling Chicago to a small farm in Southern Illinois. I bought a sewing machine on the way down, learned how to work it, and never looked back. Going from "I" to "we" with a team of leather working magicians and 50,000 + sale, In Blue has gone from one brick and mortar shop to a studio that we call home.
Now located in Asheville, NC, In Blue resides in a converted warehouse studio space. Together we make each piece by hand every day. We start with top grain cowhides, trace and cut our pattern pieces, sew 'em up, assemble them, and ship them to your door.
It has been our pleasure to take our wares on the road, attending and vending many major music and arts festivals, including (but not limited to) Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, Merle Fest, Pitchfork Music Festival, and the Newport Folk Festival.
It has been an honor to be featured in British Vogue magazine, Bicycling magazine, MSN, Mountain Xpress, Try Handmade, Southern Lady, Southern Living, Outside, and many, many more press outlets. Most importantly, we love what we do, and it means the world to the In Blue team to be able to bring you a personalized craft and a unique way to express yourself. Thank you for shopping handmade, we think you have made an excellent decision! :)
Keep up with our story on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @inbluehandmade !
Shop members
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Mary Lynn Schroeder
Owner, Maker, Designer, Design, Sewing, Printing, Emailing, General Owner Stuff, Coffee Procurer, Dogwalker.
Hiya world! My name is Mary Lynn, I own In Blue Handmade, Inc. I am lucky enough to work with the best team in the world. I get to focus on sewing and designing these days, and lots and lots and lots and lots of emailing...
Production partners
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Trama Textiles
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Trama Textiles is a weaving collective of 400 women in the Guatemalan Highlands. We have partnered with these amazing folks to produce the textile/woven parts of our bags. All bag designs and assembly are done in our Asheville, NC studio.
Shop policies
Shipping
Payment options
Returns & exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
Privacy policy
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Frequently asked questions
Gift wrapping and packaging
We can gift wrap! Let us know if you wanted an item gift wrapped. We can provide a simple decorative bag with white tissue paper for $5 - contact us for more info!
Wholesale availability
We love our wholesale accounts! Unfortunately, we have shut down all wholesale until 2021 due to the pandemic. Please check back in January