mandinka

Artisan Handbags & Accessories from recycled suit coats

Springfield, Illinois On Etsy since 2007

321 Sales | 5 out of 5 stars

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mandinka

Artisan Handbags & Accessories from recycled suit coats

Springfield, Illinois | 321 Sales

5 out of 5 stars

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Announcement    Welcome to Mandinka Designs! Our unique line of handbags, accessories & stuffed animals are expertly crafted from reclaimed & upcycled suit coats.
Don't see the perfect bag? Check back often, we're always adding new ones - hot off the presser foot.
All items listed are Ready To Ship - same day or next business day.

Announcement

Last updated on Jun 24, 2019

Welcome to Mandinka Designs! Our unique line of handbags, accessories & stuffed animals are expertly crafted from reclaimed & upcycled suit coats.
Don't see the perfect bag? Check back often, we're always adding new ones - hot off the presser foot.
All items listed are Ready To Ship - same day or next business day.

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About mandinka

Sales 321
On Etsy since 2007

Mandinka Designs is a unique line of artisan handbags, accessories & stuffed animals expertly crafted from reclaimed & recycled suit coats.

Mandinka Designs, the brainchild of Mandy Curl, began in 2005 and has become a thriving business that's run by both Mandy and her magnificent mum, Liz Curl.

Our process begins with the Hunt. We love to go hunting in thrift shops for gorgeous suit coats with fabulous linings and labels. The labels are little works of art in and of themselves. We "ooh" and aah" loudly while people look at the two strange women flipping through the men's suit rack. Once we get the coats home we "fillet" them into the various parts- sleeves, collars, pockets, etc. Then the real fun begins as we collage them into the varying styles of handbags, accessories and mutts.
We love what we do and pride ourselves on our couture quality construction and craftsmanship -- it is the number one compliment we hear from our customers. We hope you enjoy our designs as much as we love creating them!

Shop members

  • Mandy Curl

    Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator

  • Liz Curl

    Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator

Shop policies

Last updated on November 30, 2018
Please note:
+We do our best to accurately photograph our items, but colors may appear differently according to your computer/tablet/phone screen.
+Double check the measurements given for different bags, to ensure the size will meet your needs.
+Because our items are made from upcycled jackets, there may occasionally be evidence of gentle use or age.


If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at mandinkadesigns [!at] comcast.net or send us a convo through this link:
http://www.etsy.com/convo_new.php?to_username=mandinka

Accepted payment methods

Paypal Mastercard Visa American Express Discover Apple Pay Giftcard
Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Contact me within: 3 days of delivery
Ship items back within: 7 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
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
  • Items on sale
Returns and exchange details
In the event that you are not satisfied with your purchase:
+PLEASE inform us that you will be shipping back to us for an exchange or refund.
+Returned items must be unused and in original condition (this also includes smells/odors).
+Buyer is responsible for shipping costs for returns or exchanges.
(If an item arrives damaged by the Post Office, please send pictures in order for us to file a claim.)
We want you to be completely happy with your Mandinka purchase. If for any reason you are not, please contact us immediately at:
mandinkadesigns [!at] comcast.net
so we can work with you to resolve any issue.
Payment
*Sales tax will be added to all orders shipped within Illinois.
Shipping
*Most items will ship USPS Priority Mail with the option for Express upgrade.

General shipping times:
USPS PriorityMail in USA: 1 to 3 business days.
USPS PriorityMail International: 6 to 10 business days.

*All orders are shipped the same day or the next business day.

*International Customers are responsible for any customs duties, fees or taxes.
Additional policies and FAQs
*If you happen to be in the Springfield, IL area and want to see our bags up close and personal, head on over to The ROOST. Located downtown Springfield at 216 S. 6th St. between Monroe and Adams, across the street from Jimmy Johns.