Teal Velvet Blackbird & Berries Coin Purse

A hedgerow laden with ripe red berries creates the real magic of this rich teal velvet coin purse, with a blackbird nestled amongst the branches ready to enjoy the feast.

The berries are particularly beautifully embroidered. Each tiny stitch follows the same direction, creating a surprisingly convincing sense of plumpness and making them appear almost ripe enough to pick. Fresh green leaves and slender brown branches weave their way across the velvet, creating a wonderfully abundant scene rather than simply framing the bird.

And then there's the blackbird himself. Worked in deep blue and navy tones with finely embroidered feather details, he sits amongst the berries as though he's just discovered a particularly good feeding spot. There's something rather joyful about the composition — you can almost imagine him throwing back his head and bursting into song.

The rich teal velvet makes a striking backdrop for all that red and green, giving the purse a jewel-like quality. There are no quirky additions or contrasting colours competing for attention here; the strength is in the beautifully balanced composition and the familiar British hedgerow scene it creates.

Compact enough to slip easily into a pocket, handbag or smaller evening bag, there's room for loose change and a few essential cards. At 12.5 × 9.5cm, it's a useful little purse for anyone who still enjoys carrying some cash, or simply wants somewhere attractive to keep small essentials together.

For bird watchers, wildlife enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys seeing garden birds descend upon a berry-laden hedge, this feels wonderfully familiar. And while there isn't a sprig of holly in sight, those vivid red berries against deep teal give it just enough of a festive feel to make it a lovely little Christmas gift or stocking filler too.

Key Features

• Rich teal silk velvet
• Embroidered blackbird amongst abundant red berries and foliage
• Detailed directional stitching gives the berries a plump, textured appearance
• Finely embroidered feather detailing
• Rich jewel-toned red, green and blue colour palette
• Fully lined
• Zip fastening with metallic-effect pull
• Ideal for coins, a few cards and other small essentials
• Compact enough for a pocket, handbag or evening bag
• 12.5cm wide × 9.5cm high
• Outer: 82% viscose, 18% silk
• Lining: 51% polyester, 49% nylon