Description
The Ugly Bag is a study in contrast, soft white yarn turning crimson, then fading into deep black. Each red vein is stitched by hand, creeping downward like roots or rivers of colour, ending in hanging glass beads that glimmer like droplets.
Design Complexity
Gradient & Texture:
Crocheted in layered tones of white, red, and black, building a bleeding gradient effect. Bobble textures and sequins add movement and dimension.
Hand-Embroidered Veins:
Each red vein is stitched individually, giving the illusion of blood flow or branching roots across the surface.
Beaded Details:
At the base, red glass beads hang from the yarn, reflective, delicate, and slightly unsettling.
Artistic Intention:
This piece explores tension, beauty stitched over decay, fragility disguised as ornament.
Fit & Feel
Lightweight, sculptural, and soft to the touch. Best used as a statement or art bag rather than an everyday carry.
Materials
Acrylic and cotton yarn, sequins, red glass beads, mixed fibers. Handmade in a smoke-free studio.
Care
Spot clean gently. Avoid rain and friction to protect beading and surface texture.
