Where Culture Meets Craftsmanship

Eco-chic handbags and accessories handmade in Sydney from Portuguese cork.

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Where Beauty Meets Conscience

As durable as leather, cork is softer, lighter, water-resistant, eco-friendly and sustainable.

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Where Heritage Meets Modern Design

Inspired by Portuguese tradition, reimagined through contemporary Australian style.

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FEBRUARY:

Sun 1st Feb: Kirribilli Markets (Kirribilli)

Sat 7th Feb: Olive Tree Market (Newcastle)

MARCH:

Sun 1st Mar: Kirribilli Markets (Kirribilli)

Sat 7th Mar: Olive Tree Market (Newcastle)

Sat 14th Mar: Bairro Portugues (Petersham)

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Meet the Maker

Meet Eloi Mota, the designer and founder behind Cork By Design. Combining his Portuguese family heritage with modern Australian craftsmanship, Eloi brings sustainable style to life with beautiful cork handbags and accessories handcrafted in his Sydney home studio.

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Loved by Our Customers

  • David Patterson

    *****

    Extremely pleased with product and whole ordering experience. The bag looks and feels lovely and the craftsmanship is impeccable. Item arrived promptly and carefully packed. Bought as a gift. I'm sure they'll love it! Always a pleasure to support small Australian business producing quality products in a sustainable, ethical manner.

  • Donna Downing

    *****

    I absolutely loved the paisley printed cork very different, soft and light to touch very happy with my purchase

  • Sue Pilcher

    *****

    Amazing service , arrived very quickly. Luv.luv, luv my new bag. Cannot recommend highly enough.

  • Terry Graham

    *****

    Loved your handbags. Couldn’t believe the cork material is so soft. Love them as they are different from any I have seen. Wishing you continued success.

  • Ann Rogers

    *****

    The bag is beautiful. So light and soft. I have been watching how they harvest the cork. Totally amazing. The service has been great. Arrived prompyly. Thank you.

  • Brian Alexander

    *****

    Loved these handbags at first glance. So unique & colourful. A little touch of the Mediterranean!

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