LULA

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..

People often think local products are more expensive, but we often forget we’re buying these things anyway — Laptop bags...
30/04/2026

People often think local products are more expensive, but we often forget we’re buying these things anyway —
Laptop bags, Back packs, Sling bags, makeup bags, pencil cases, cable bags, little pouches for all the small things in our handbags, weekend away bags...

The difference is what you choose to buy.

Buying local by hand, made sustainably, by people who are paid & treated fairly...those are good choices.

It’s not a once-off gift to your loved ones (or yourself) that gets packed away — it’s something useful that gets used every single day.

So, if you’re going to buy a bag anyway, you might as well buy one that is local, sustainable, and made to last.

Follow for bags that fits this descrition.

xM

Many of us hate waste and would rather buy things that don't just get thrown away, especially when it comes to gifts — b...
16/04/2026

Many of us hate waste and would rather buy things that don't just get thrown away, especially when it comes to gifts — but we don’t always know where to start.

A simple solution is buying gifts that are made to last and made with care.

Like these hand-embroidered zipper bags.
Made locally from repurposed thread and fabric, they’re the kind of gift that can be used every day — for makeup, medical supplies, cables & ear pods, stationery or all the small things that live in a handbag.

Mother’s Day is coming up, and these bags make really special gifts for moms, grandmothers, teachers or anyone who would appreciate something locally handmade, kind to nature and a little bit different.
Fill them with her favourite snack, cosmetic or a heartfelt note and voila!
A thoughtful gift that is not only better for the environment, but also a gift that actually means something.

Made in small batches, get yours while stocks last at the link in our bio.

I get it: we all have tight budgets. Especially nowadays...But supporting local is still a simple decision for me. In my...
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

There’s something special about using something daily that was made locally, by hand, in small batches. Not for a specia...
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.

Life is busy enough without trying to remember where you put your charger, keys, notebook and water bottle. With the new...
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

If you’re sourcing stock for 2026, save this checklist ✨Good wholesale relationships make retail easier — not harder.Did...
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.

2025 taught me that ...Slow, thoughtful growth lasts longer 🤍That shop owners don’t want trends — they want reliable sup...
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...

Sometimes it’s one tiny detail that decides whether a customer ever comes back.Good stitching. Strong zips. Fabric that ...
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.

Want to grab gifts that make your loved ones smile? Stock up on mindful gifts your friends & family will actually enjoy ...
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.

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Gordonsbaai

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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

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