'Tiane Tenui is a bag brand that recognizes the importance of longevity, the nuances of elegance and the power of our feelings around purchasing something so special, and individual. There are only ever two bags made from the same materials and colour, ensuring an authentic bespoke experience for each client. Christiane Smit - the mind and hand behind 'Tiane Tenui - believes that each bag should become a part of her clients daily lives, telling a personal story through the marks and impressions left over time. Before taking an order, she sends each client small leather samples so that they may experience the feeling and actual color of the leather, thus becoming a part of the creation process. She also believes in the emotional connection her clients have with their bag — the way you feel when you carry it throughout your day, revealing in it’s handmade nature, an appreciation for the energy put into this special piece. Hard to find elsewhere, she believes in the gentle notion that sometimes the best items involve some searching.

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The technique of hand stitching she is using is borrowed from the shoe and saddle making trades. This is really at the core of what defines her craft. Los Simpson Springfield Hack Halloween 2013 here. Stdu Extractor Serial. As Christiane explained: 'Each stitch is formed by hand with nothing more than an awl, one needle and a length of waxed linen. Very few companies can invest the time necessary to hand stitch their items, but the strength and resilience of hand stitching far exceeds the machine made equivalent.' Trend Tablet caught up with Christiane for an interview. When did this new adventure started?