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LULA

Fabric Bags & Packaging. Gift shop supplier. Inspired by SA's landscape & her diverse people. Handcrafted in Cape Town. Wholesale & corporate welcome
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At LULA handmade we aim to lower our footprint by using fabric that was once headed for landfills to create our handmade fabric products. We believe that even doing a little bit, makes a big difference in helping us lead a simple life: whether it is re-using and re-purposing fabric, or using bags and pouches to organize our lives..

14/04/2026

I get it: we all have tight budgets. Especially nowadays...

But supporting local is still a simple decision for me.
In my opinion, it comes down to this:

Do I know where and when my bag is made?
Can I go & visit it to see the working conditions and speak to the seamstresses who make the bags?
When I have a question or complaint, can I pick up the phone & speak to a human on the other side?
Do I share the same sense of humour, language, climate, work ethic as the business owner and workers?

I think a lot of people really do want to support local businesses, but when something online is much cheaper, it’s hard to ignore. That’s just real life, and I get it.
Trust me: my wallet, EISH.. and my budget: its hard work to keep it not falling into the abyss.

But does it not make sense for both your wallet AND the South African economy, to rather buy LESS, but buy BETTER.

At Lula Handmade I do this by:
* buying from local suppliers
* supporting a local skills development project who manufactures LULA products as part of their fundraising effort.
* by donating 10% of each sale to a local women's empowerment NPO

Want to be part of something better, that lasts & support fellow South Africans?
Comment "SUPPORT LOCAL" for a quick to locally made bags & gifts that last.

x M

09/04/2026

There’s something special about using something daily that was made locally, by hand, in small batches.

Not for a special occasion.
Not to keep for best.
Just part of your normal, busy, everyday life — which is exactly what it was made for.

At Lula Handmade our products are made by a team of ladies. Each with their own family. Their own battles. Their own stories.

I wish you could hear them chat & laugh while they make your bags.
From Zipper bags, to duffelbags, to urban sling back packs and loads of fabric packaging, there is always a vibe.

That's the sound you should hear when buying local:
gratitude, joy & sisterhood.

Swipe left to find your bag (sound included..lol😉) and ORDER your bag online at the link in bio.

SAVE this for when you need a pick me up gifts for yourself, or a gift for someone you love.

07/04/2026

Life is busy enough without trying to remember where you put your charger, keys, notebook and water bottle.
With the new school term starting, I know I need to keep all my ducks in a row.

Now that I think of it: the Afrikaans version of this saying works better don't you think?
"Hou jou varkies op hok"
Because ducks seem to naturally want to walk in a row.
Pigs just roll around, do what they want & cause muddy chaos...
Just like mornings do when you're looking for that one thing you absolutely need for the day but can't find.

Anyway... got sidetracked a bit there.

That's exactly why I’m all for simple solutions — One bag, everything in its place, and you’re ready for the day.

Especially on busy days where your mom-life, work-life, boss-life and all other versions of yourself need to keep it together for the sake of everyone's sanity. Yup, I see you.

PS: Did you know that Lula's Urban Sling is the perfect bag for this? An everything bag for everyone & everything.
No running-around pigs allowed - just you and your [Insert: kids, staff, inventory...]

Good luck for term 2 everyone. May it be a simple and orderly one!

# UrbanSlingBag

02/04/2026

Many of us want to live more sustainably, but we don’t always know what the “right” thing is to do.

And sometimes it feels like if you can’t do everything perfectly, you might as well not start at all. It's too overwhelming.

But sustainability usually starts with small swaps: like buying things that last a long time and get used often. It’s not about being perfect — it’s about making slightly better choices where you can.

Here are some ideas to get your started:

1. Reusable fabric gift wrap instead of single use wrapping paper
2. Fabric shopping bags instead of plastic bags
3. A good quality toiletry / makeup / pencil bag instead of disposable plastic pouches
4. Reusable produce bags for fruit & vegetables that can doble as book bags, gift bags, storage bags etc
5. Buying fewer, better quality bags that last years instead of replacing cheap ones often
6. Using fabric napkins instead of paper serviettes
7. Reusing glass jars for storage instead of buying plastic containers
8. Repairing an item instead of replacing it immediately
9. Buying locally made products instead of imported fast products
10. Choosing neutral, timeless items that won’t go out of style quickly

What steps have you started taking?

31/03/2026

Supporting local isn’t always the cheapest option. I know that’s a real consideration for most people. For me too.

The battle between Budget and your Values can be fierce sometimes.

But many of us are also tired of buying things that don’t last, replacing bags every year, and ending up with more waste and more clutter.

Buying local often means buying something that was made properly, to last, and to be used for a long time. Not more things — just better ones.

It means supporting someone just like you, who needs an item to last. Someone just like you, who has a real story to tell.

With every purchase from LULA, you get to support local- in every aspect.

Supporting local looks different for everyone — tell me in the comments what that looks like for you👇

26/03/2026

I don't know about you, but some days I don't have the brainspace to five different bags every morning.

I’m a big fan of anything that just makes daily life simpler.

One bag, everything inside, hands free, and out the door you go.
No fuss. Just simple everyday functionality.

Comment 👊if you agree.

30/12/2025

If you’re sourcing stock for 2026, save this checklist ✨

Good wholesale relationships make retail easier — not harder.

Did you know that LULA means "to make easy"? And that's exactly how I want to serve you.

Planning early = less stress later 🌿

📌Save this for the planning days ahead.

27/12/2025

Sure, there were plenty crazy busy days, but this year wasn't in your face.

Order. Clear communication. Confirmation. Production. Shipping.

Consistent. Healthy growth. Rest dependably diarized.

I think I want to continue building Lula this way.

22/12/2025

2025 taught me that ...
Slow, thoughtful growth lasts longer 🤍

That shop owners don’t want trends — they want reliable suppliers, delivering consistent quality & service.

That handmade still matters when it’s done with care.🛍️

That South Africans still care about supporting local small businesses.🧡

And that I really feel strongly (much more than I thought) about supporting fellow small businesses.🧑‍🤝‍🧑

👉If you’re planning your shelves for 2026, hit the follow button.
New ranges loading in 2026...

19/12/2025

Sometimes it’s one tiny detail that decides whether a customer ever comes back.

Good stitching. Strong zips. Fabric that holds its shape.

Quality always shows — even when no one says it out loud.

📌Save this if repeat customers matter to you.

10/12/2025

Want to grab gifts that make your loved ones smile?

Stock up on mindful gifts your friends & family will actually enjoy using every day in 2026.

From beautiful ZIPPER pouches, Diary Buddy PENCIL bags and small Rope BOWLS,
to Urban sling BACK PACKS, rope placemats & embroidered table runners...weve got you covered.

But hurry...
All orders placed online after 12 Dec will only be shipped in January 2026!

Order @ link in bio.

Address

Gordonsbaai

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 13:00

Website

http://www.lulahandmade.com/

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Our Story

Living a simple, but meaningful life next to the mountains and sea near Cape Town, Marla delights in the calmness of nature, seeing her children become who they’ve been created to be and enjoying the adventure of life with her husband.Mountai

Having practiced as an Occupational Therapist in the past, and working part time at a local Skill development project at present, Marla has always found herself in situations where there are clutter to sort and clear, materials that can be re-used and re-purposed and empowering others to do the same. All ideal places to implement her innate creativity, professional knowledge & skill as well as previous personal and professional experience to help others grow and simplify.

Sensing a new season in both her personal and professional life, Marla started working on refining her thoughts, creative abilities and time use in order to start a new business at the beginning of 2020. As a testimony of her family’s perspective on life, faith and time, LULA was officially launched in the midst of the global Covid-19 pandemic! As mom of a teenager due for high school and twin pre-teens, the need for an increase in income provided a kick-start too!

LULA Handmade derives it’s name from the local isiXhosa word, meaning: ‘to simplify’, ‘ to make easy’ and is therefore a reinvention of something that’s always been a part of her life: re-purposing, simplification, helping others to make it easy. LULA’s products will continue to be made in a sustainable and eco-friendly way, collaborating with local community resources in helping others to easily take steps towards lessening their footprint too.