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Mary Frances Shaffer of the California Bay-area designs handbags and accessories to suit most any style. Exotic components, unique fabrics, stones, beads and trimmings richly ornament her handbags and belts. Various processes are employed in construction, and the end result always has a "one-of-a-kind" flavor. In fact, all bags are limited editions, limited by component availability and new designs introduced many times per year (we get new items every month)!
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Mary Frances Sea World
$200.00
MFR1r.09074
Oceanic shape and decorated bag with hard inner shell construction, satin brass frame. Opens from hinged bottom, closes securely with clear rhinestone-studded clasp in shape of shell. Bag is covered in sea-blue-teal subtle striped silk dupioni fabric. The lower part of front and back has metallic turquoise/metallic platinum sheer fabric scrunched under a trail of turquoise gemstone nuggets. On the back are green beads glistening like drops of water on the silk. On the front are large sculpted appliques covered in beads to depict rainbow-colored seahorse and the champagne/coral red starfish. Shells and beads form seaweed formation. The 32 inch shoulder strap is richly beaded and can be detached to wear as necklace or tuck inside bag to use as clutch. Interior lined in turquoise blue fabric with small open pocket.
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Mary Frances Hall of Fame
$215.00
MFR1g.09110
This is a beautiful handbag shaped like a guitar! The hard inner construction is covered in padded soft leather, that has the warm glow of polished wood. Opens from hinged bottom, closes with black leather flap over the top and a snap. Interior lined in black dupioni with small open pocket. Measures 8-1/2 inches tall at center, 6-1/2 inches across widest point, 1-3/4 inches deep. But you can still fit a cell phone, card case, keys inside and go to that recital in style! Or, hang this in the music room by the grand piano. Front is embellished with metal charms and beads in brown, copper and gold tones, the frets are built up with black leather and crystals, strings are bronze and gold glass bugle beads strung between. A heft tassel of brown ribbons and beaded strands dangles off to one side. Overall shoulder strap is over 40 inches long, made of antiqued brass chain with black leather woven into it, then the leather shoulder pieces for comfort on top.
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Mary Frances Tanzanite
$183.00
MFR1b.1707
Softly shaped with yummy soft dark lavender leather providing the definition. Measures 15 x 7 x 3 inches in curvy shape that will flatter when worn off the shoulder. Front and back are covered with gathered printed fabric that reveals vibrant violet, black, chocolate, gray and ivory in the folds, held with leather piping and braonze beading. Front is further embellished with drapes of purple and gray beads, antiqued bronze filigree medallion with crystal stones in the blue and purple colors. Top edge of bag has large antiqued brass studs. Full zipper top. Interior lined in chocolate fabric with small open and zipper pockets. 24 inch shoulder strap is braided leather so comfy and secure, attaches to bag with brass hardware and dangling chain tassels.
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Mary Frances Jardin
$120.00
MFR1d.1625
Party and evening tiny tote bag is covered in silk of a vibrant shrimp pink color, the material has a shimmer in it that works so well with all the little sequins and crystals embellishing it! Measures 4 x 3-1/2 inches at the base, rises 5-1/2 inches tall and flares out to 7-1/2 inches at the top. The accent colors include amber yellow, gold, clear, purple, rose and green. On the front is the large slice of natural agate that has been wrapped in golden wire with larger crystals dripping off the end. Bag closes with hidden magnet at center top, interior lined in fuchsia fabric with small open pocket. Wrapped 15 inch cord handle is embellished in similar manner.
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Mary Frances Mini Scarlet
$129.00
MFR1p.mini239
Shaped like the most lovely bow, this bag measures 9 inches across, 5 inches tall on the sides and 4-1/4 inches at center, 2 inches deep. Silky satin folds of fabric cover a reinforced shape, the color is shimmering rose pink/red. The ends and center are richly embellished with crystals and stones in jet black, clear, silver and champagne. Full zipper top, interior lined in burgundy, no pockets. Long antiqued brass shoulder chain is attached with rings, you could use pliers to remove easily if you wish to use this as a clutch.
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Mary Frances Creme de la Creme
$183.00
MFR1e.1652
Elegant satin fabric is folded over a softly constructed shape, the satin is a champagne pale gold color, shimmering into the pale ivory tones. Measures 12-1/2 long, 4-1/4 inches tall at the center grip and 6-1/2 inches tall at each flared end. Trimmed in black braid and fabric, adorned at the center and sides with glass and crystal beads in the white, silver, golden colors, making this a great neutral combination item! Has a full zip top, interior lined in black with small open pocket. Includes removable antiqued brass shoulder chain.
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Mary Frances Corsage
$175.00
MFR1y.1535
Delightful and colorful handbag for your wedding or garden lunch. It has reinforced shaping to make the 5-1/2 x 4-1/2 inch oval base, tapering upward 4-1/2 inches, ending with 3-1/2 x 2-1/2 inch oval. A fitted lid folds neatly over the top, held in place by hidden magnet. The bag opens a bit with gusseted sides. Covered in in satin fabric of lemony-avocado green, bright fuschia and dark mauve pink. Fabric body is embroidered and beaded in floral pattern, lemon, bright rose and green. Fabric rosebuds cover the entire top thickly, accented with some glass and crystal beads. Top open, there is a "thumb-hole" above lowest rosebud. Short beaded handle in stone/pale rose iridescent beads. Interior lined in bright rose fabric with small pocket. Bag sits up on 4 brass feet. Because of the lid/magnet closure, not suited to carrying extremely heavy items (but tested fine with my 15-key heavy keychain, camera, and full feature phone, and they all fit too)!
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Mary Frances Precious Peacock
$215.00
MFR1j.09079
Richly stunning in the deep peacock colors, as the bag is covered in the natural feathers! Hard inner shell construction, measures 8-1/2 x 4-1/2 x 3 inches, opens from hinged bottom, closes securely with clasp on top. Brass frame protects edges (no feet). In addition to the rich peacock feathers covering what is likely leather, beads and braid in deep purple, teal blues and greens, work around the edges. On the front are the sculpted flower and medallions of beads to add more of the periwinkle blue, plum, fuchsia and lime colors. The large flower has iridescent glass petals on top, all medallions have beaded fringe cascading below. Interior lined in green silk with small open pocket. The heavy antiqued brass chain has purple leather strap running through it, chain is detachable.
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Mary Frances Provence
$235.00
MFR1T.08056
Elegantly shaped and decorated bag with hard inner shell construction, satin brass frame. Opens from hinged bottom, closes securely with clear rhinestone-studded clasp in shape of barrel. Bag is covered in champagne gold silk dupioni fabric. Appliques in metall gold and grass green ribbons form leafy motif. Dark bronze glass beads cover sculpted branches. You will find crystal-covered ladybug, frog, and dragonfly, along with an enamel dragonfly flitting on surface. The large flower on front is made of stones and beads, the colors are mossy green, amethyst purple, petal pink and mother-of-pearl, a touch of iridescence to mystify. 30 inch beaded shoulder chain includes the same bag colors with the addition of brighter turquoise. The chain is detachable or can be tucked into bag. Interior lined in colorful printed fabric with small open pocket.
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Mary Frances Wow Factor
$203.00
MFR1m.1563
Soft sandy beige color leather has elephant-skin texture for ultimate flexibility in this larger Street hobo bag. Measures about 17 inches across and 6 inches deep, 7 inches tall at the center, and 10 inches tall at the top of the V-shaped zipper opening. Stunning appliques of beaded fabric flowers and leaves decorate front and back, adding rich brown, olive green, turquoise blue, yellow, coral red and lemon-lime to the color range. Leather tassels also include trails of colored beads. Inside lined in champagne satin with small open pocket. Bag slouches elegantly on the shoulder with comfortable self strap.
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Mary Frances Genie
$203.00
MFR1x.1564
Clever little wristlet bag, has hard reinforced inner bag covered in gold satin, then 4 layers of fabric bands are draped from front to back on top, the fabric layers are light blue, gold and taupe colors. Bottom is gold leather, measures 4 inches square, inner bag flares out to about 4-1/2 inches then 5 inches tall of usable space before the front and back join with hidden magnet. The fabrics are dripping everywhere with golden beads, metal charms, crystals and glass in aqua, lime, lavender and blue. Interior lined in gold fabric.
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Mary Frances Bombshell
$152.00
MFR1f.1279
Fun and fanciful in shades of brown, copper and bronze. Measures about 5 x 4-1/2 x 4-1/2 inches in brown satin rounded body. It is entirely covered in the crystals and beads dripping everywhere! Closes with strong hidden magnetic snap at the top where handle meets, opens to interior lined in the same fabric. Wrist strap is beaded elegantly on the top.
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Why Shop with The Artful Soul?
1. WYSIWYG ~ We are not a warehouse operation that ships unwrapped items without inspection. Instead, WE offer you the EXACT same bag as in the photograph, and described as we see it! Not a catalog image or sample. What-You-See-Is-What-You-Get!
2. We have been an authorized Mary Frances seller since 2001 (before she was famous).
3. We have been honored as a Mary Frances Store of the Month.
4. We are a real store (since 1993), with real customer service.
5. Bags are not stored in an odorous home or garage environment.
6. All bags are brand new with tags, unwrapped and inspected before shipping to you.
7. You KNOW if a bag is available for immediate shipment before you order! PROMPT shipping, and your choice of shipping methods.
8. You can return for refund or store credit, and you can view and print our Return Policies, no hidden terms!
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Mary Frances 20th Anniversary
$289.00
MFR1a.09107
Hard case construction with brushed brass metal frame, one end is engraved "Mary Frances 20th Anniversary", celebrated in 2009! Measures 10 x 3 x 2 inches, opens from hinged bottom. Top closes with metal snapping hinge that is adorned with clear crystals and flower motif. Interior lined in gold silk with two small open pockets. Shoulder chain with fancy links is detachable, and can be attached but tucked inside. Exterior is covered in yummy soft metallic gold leather with a bit of fern design by tucking and folding the leather gently. On the front are antiqued golden chains and dripping clear crystals with antique white glass pearls. A large sculpted flower off to one side also reflects a 5-pointed star motif, clearly Mary Frances is a star...and you can feel like one too when you carry this bag!
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