Obiandoli Artisan Bags

Address
Live Oak, Florida
United States

Hi there! My name is Laura, and Obiandoli (say oh-bee-AN-doe-lee) is a combination of my parents' surnames. It seemed a fitting name, since my parents were directly responsible for my love of sewing, fabrics, design and creativity. They opened a fabric remnant shop in 1950 and, over the next 40 years, grew it into the largest fabric and design center in northern NJ. My older brother continued the tradition with a to-the-trade-only design center in Naples, FL. Much of my collection comes from his retirement in 2013 - I inherited most of his showroom stock.

I started making bags somewhere around 2009 or 10 - and had an Etsy shop called LauraOhDesigns. One of my original bags was featured in a book called Seaside Home - I think that was 2012. Since I have such a large collection of fabric samples and swatches - putting them to good use making messenger bags, purses and totes was just a natural thing to do - and Obiandoli just seemed like the perfect name for the new shop.

Every bag that I create is unique and original, and I rarely use a pattern. Creating bags this way results in colors and textures you won’t find anywhere else. Sometimes I create "Frankenfabric" and then decide on which bag design to use - and sometimes it just happens piece by piece. By using fabric samples, I give new life to beautiful textiles while creating eco-friendly original bags, full of personality. I do use a pattern for the two-zipper wristlets - sometimes you just can't improve on a great pattern. Those are made using the Sunshine Wristlet pattern by Bagstock. If I use other patterns, credit is given to the designer in the descriptions.

Thank you for supporting hand-made, and thank you for supporting small-batch, sustainable craftsmanship at Obiandoli!


93.33%
0%
6.67%
0%
0%

It is such a charming purse, Well crafted and beautiful. So different and I get constant compliments. Fits more than you think.
Love
Thank you
Excellent workmanship. Ordered a 2nd bag.
Absolutely darling bag-cute style-LOVE the pleats-extremely well made!! I'm thoroughly delighted!! Thank you so very much!!
I absolutely love this! It is the cutest and has plenty of pockets. Thanks so much!
Beautiful bag! Very well made! I will use it often.
This is perfect, thank you.
This purse is so pretty and well made! I love that I’ll be giving my daughter a unique, hand made item instead of a purse from a big box store that everyone has for Christmas. Fast shipping, too! Would definitely buy from this seller/artist again!
Such a pretty wristlet! And thank you for the little gift.
This is a lovely well made bag.
Review the Maker
Home
Menu
Account
Cart