About this Product
This bag is sure to turn heads at your next pet store run or reptile expo! We dye cotton tote bags and stamp them with hand carved stamps, a process known as block printing. Due to the beautiful variation in every press of the stamp, each bag is wildly one-of-a-kind. Some bags may even have a faded or vintage look.
These roomy totes will easily fit two jumbo rolls of paper towels OR a sweatshirt, water bottle, and pair of shoes OR a 15" laptop. They are perfect for small trips to the store or carrying your daily necessities.
Note to buyer - We try our best to iron the bags before shipping, but "scrunch dying" can generate some gnarly wrinkles!
Artwork Credit: Stamp Artisans from India
Product Details
Listing is for 1 tote bag, exactly as pictured (except for the picture illustrating the handles on a brown bag, book is for scale)
Print is one-sided
Soft 6 oz organic cotton
Self Fabric Handles (same fabric as the bag, no seams)
Approximately 15" x 14.5", with 12" tall handles and gusset
Care Instructions
While the bags can machine washed, we recommend hand washing in cold water to keep the ink looking its best! Machine dry inside out or hang to dry. You can iron your bags with the cotton setting and steam. Putting a cotton cloth between the iron and bag is recommended in case there is any loose ink.
The Serpentry
Meet the Maker
Hey there, you bizarre animals!
I'm Kate, the fearless head snake wrangler and creative genius behind The Serpentry. So, what exactly is a "serpentry," you ask? Well, it's not just a word we made up – it's our unique snake-infused world!
We embarked on this wild adventure back in 2015, when The Serpentry was just a humble hobby breeder of snakes. Fast forward to 2021, and we've officially blossomed into a quirky small business. The Serpentry was conceived out of a rather peculiar realization: why is it so darn challenging to find high-quality, handcrafted goodies featuring our beloved slithering buddies?
I mean, don't get us wrong – farm animals, dogs, cats, and birds are everywhere in the world of handmade products, and people LOVE them. But where are all the snake-themed treasures, tarantula trinkets, salamander swag, lizard loot, and crocodile keepsakes? It's like they were playing hide-and-seek!
Our mission is to remedy this reptile-centric injustice. We're on a quest to bring you a colorful array of gifts and goodies that pay homage to exotic animals and the wonderful folks who adore them.
Join us on this fantastic journey at The Serpentry, and let's celebrate the unique beauty of Mother Nature's most unusual critters together!
Stay Wild,
Kate and the Snakes
How it’s Made
Making one of our cotton tote bag involves a few steps:
- Washing: First, the cotton bags are cleaned to remove any starch, dirt, or oil that may prevent dye and ink from adhering to the bags.
- Dyeing: To add color and design, the bag is soaked in dye using a method called "scrunch dyeing." This involves scrunching or bunching up the fabric to create a unique and irregular pattern when dye is applied.
- Fixing the Dye: A chemical treatment and heat are applied to fix the dye to the fabric, reducing color bleeding and fading.
- Washing: All the bags are rinsed in cool water, washed with detergent to remove excess dye, dried, and ironed prior to printing.
- Printing: After the bag is ironed, hand-carved stamps (by The Serpentry or other artists) are used to create a design on the bag. The ink must be applied to the stamp in an even layer and forcefully pressed into the fabric to create a crisp print. No press of the stamp is the same and this creates a lot of beautiful variation.
- Curing: Once the ink is applied, the bag is left to dry for at least a week prior to sale. This ensures the ink sets and the bag is washable.
And voilà ! You have a beautiful, hand-dyed and hand-printed cotton tote bag ready to carry your stuff in style.
Shop Policies
Shipping Policy
Please allow 2-3 business days for processing on all orders. Processing time is in addition to your selected shipping speed.
All retail items are shipped USPS or UPS in the United States. If an item arrives damaged, send me a message at kate@theserpentry.com with your order number and photos showing damage and I will ship you out a new item or issue store credit.
Please note the shipping times estimated at checkout are not guaranteed by The Serpentry as items are shipped by USPS and UPS. The Serpentry is not liable for items damaged in transit but is able to replace any items which are damaged or defective not due to shipping issues. If you need your item faster please choose an expedited shipping option at checkout.
Currently only shipping within the United States, as some items may have shipping restrictions to certain countries.
Please ensure your shipping address is correct at checkout. If items are returned to us shipping will need to be repaid for your items to be sent back out to your correct address. Once an item is shipped the shipping address cannot be changed and a new order must be created. If an item is lost in the mail and cannot be delivered, a new order must be made.
The Serpentry is not responsible for any items after they leave our facility. If an item is lost in transit or cannot be delivered, the buyer must contact the shipping company to resolve any shipping issues and or file any claims with that shipping company so the item can arrive safely to them. Once it leaves our facility, we cannot be responsible for any item not being delivered as it is then out of my hands and shipped to the address that was provided at checkout.
Return Policy
We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request and ship a return. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. To start a return, you can contact us at kate@theserpentry.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. You can always contact us for any return question at kate@theserpentry.com.
Damages and issues Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged, or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.
Exceptions / non-returnable items Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as soap). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item. Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.
Exchanges The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.
Refunds We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too. If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at kate@theserpentry.com.
