The Making of Your New Favourite Tavel Tote - Our Holiday Crochet Tote

A few months into 2025 and I think we can all agree — we need a holiday. So let’s take one together. Introducing the newest addition to our collection: a travel-ready, thoughtfully crafted crochet tote that’s made to go wherever you go. We wanted something that looked just as good slung over your shoulder at brunch or wandering a new city.

So we started dreaming up a tote that felt like summer holidays, road trips, local weekend markets, and spontaneous café catch-ups — all in one.

You've waited long enough. Let's talk about how we made your new favourite tote.

We knew that our next tote bag had to be something special — something that is lovingly handcrafted and not just another canvas tote. Inspired by @karena_ng's tuscan wedding totes, we knew we wanted to make something similar but with our signature Beda Blue.

We couldn’t have done this without Karena. She was incredibly generous in walking us through her design process. She shared tips, tricks, and things we wouldn’t have thought about on our own. Like how the straps needed to be double-layered for durability, or which stitch patterns held up better over time. Her attention to detail helped guide us through the trial-and-error moments, and honestly, her support made all the difference.

When we say "how we made it" we mean "how we made it" because you were part of the design process every step of the way.

On Instagram, we posted polls asking you to vote on the trim color, the logo colour, and little design touches that could’ve gone in a hundred different directions. It was fun, collaborative, and honestly, so helpful and guided us to the final version.

The Results

From the very beginning, we knew getting the details right would be tricky — but worth it. We wanted to make something softer, more textural, and definitely more special. So instead of mass production, we went the slower route.

Each tote is crocheted by hand, which means no two are exactly alike. There are subtle variations and imperfections that serve as tiny reminders: this was made by real human hands.

We carefully adjusted the size of the crochet stitch to achieve a tighter, cleaner weave that gave the bag a more structured, clean look. The side panels were thoughtfully constructed and we made sure to add a border along the front and back, creating a seamless silhouette that felt polished from every angle.

Because of the open texture of crochet, getting a clean, centered logo required a lot of experimentation. Every thread placement had to be precise—but not so tight that it warped the shape of the bag. It took a few tries (okay, more than a few), but we’re proud of how it turned out.We had to make sure that the letters were thick enough and properly spaced.

The straps were another challenge — we layered and thickened them to strike the perfect balance between softness and strength, so they sit comfortably on your shoulders and actually hold up. Every element, from form to function, was considered to make this the ultimate go-everywhere tote.

After months of prototyping, testing, and tweaking, we’re finally in production. The final design — shaped by your input — is now being made, and we’re on track to start shipping in early May! Arriving just in time for your holiday plans — whether that’s a staycation, a flight abroad, or just a much-needed break with friends and family.

Out of all our totes (which we love), we're really excited about this one.  It’s the kind of bag you reach for without thinking—and then get compliments on all day.

Thank you for being there with us during this entire process. So pack your essentials. Book that trip. Go to that catch-up brunch. Or just take yourself out for the day. We’ll be right there with you — tucked under your arm, filled with all your favourites.

We can’t wait to see how you style it & receiving all your postcards.

With love, 

Rachel & Alia