Zola Jones

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At this handbag boutique, you can't get much closer to the source: Step inside and you'll more often than not find designer Jason Loper at work at his sewing machine or cutting table. "Structured bohemian" is the catch phrase Loper uses to describe his bags, which sport sharp, boxy silhouettes and fun, often wild mixes of upholstery fabric. His smallest creations include wallets and clutches, moving on up to larger messenger bags and totes with funky details such as reclaimed car seatbelts. You'll also find hand-crafted goodies from other local designers, including jewelry by Foxglove Accessories crafted from sterling silver and vintage postage stamps, all-natural Abbey Brown soaps and soy candles by Bright Endeavors, a nearby non-profit social enterprise employing at-risk young women. And finally, here's the answer to the question everyone wants to know: Zola Jones is Loper's cat.

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