Wednesday, January 26, 2011

The Carpet Bag "Acacia Bush" $240

Shown here on the Carpet Bag, the symbol of the acacia bush, with its leaves resembling tongues of fire, is connected to the burning bush, in which the angel of God appeared to Moses (Exodus 3:2). Because the fire did not consume the bush and because of the durable nature of the wood, the acacia bush symbolizes immortality and permanence. This handbag is positively radiant, inside and out! Alva William Steffler, Symbols of the Christian Faith (Grand Rapids, Mich.: Eerdmans, 2002), 103.


Detail of the "acacia bush". The two side pockets are perfect for stashing away your keys, phone or lipstick for a quick retrieval.











The back of the handbag features my signature cascade of fabrics. This bag employs cotton/poly blends, velvet, leatherette, and tapestry. All hardware is brass.







Detail of the cascade. Click on any of the photos to get a larger view.












The Carpet Bag offers plenty of options for organization. And, just as are all of Scarlet Clover handbags, "Acacia Bush" is just as pretty inside as she is out.