ABOUT BIRD TROUBLE
Bird Trouble is a grass roots artist built, American WOC own and ran, convertible leather bag brand. We are a sustainable, small batch, artisan business focused on selling online and traveling pop ups. Our bags and products are designed and handcrafted by founder Alexz Sandoval in McHenry IL and two production teams in Chicago, IL and southern Ohio. Align your values with your spending by supporting artisans and embrace creative freedom while investing in warranty backed small batch handcrafted heirlooms.
Alexz is a first generation American Mexican, a leather worker, an entrepreneur, wife, dog mom, and soon to be a first time mom. Designing, creating, sharing, & carving a unique path has been major constants throughout her life, giving her a drive to be an life long artisan. Alexz’s parents & grandparents who emigrated to the USA from Mexico taught her to have a strong and honest work ethic. In fact, Alexz’s grandpa was a tailor for a living so she’s been around sewing machines her whole life. Resilience, adventure, and public service runs strong in the Sandoval family - it’s no wonder Bird Trouble embodies the same qualities.
This is a medium sized, daily use backpack and crossbody bag.
It’s one of our most popular styles… functionality and design in one!
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
Materials & measurements:
Desert cowhide leather, grey suede cowhide leather, black nylon thread, nickel hardware
Bag: 11 1/4” wide x 9 1/4” tall x 4 1/4” deep
One interior slip pocket 8” wide x 6” tall
Universal straps are 1” wide and adjustable from 19.5” to 40.5” long
The Half Moon Crossbody is a smaller sized, slouchy, daily fringe zipper top bag. For the minimalists, it can fit your all of your necessities and a little extra.
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
Measurements:
11” wide x 10 1/2” tall x 2 1/2” deep bag with 8.5” long fringe and one interior pocket at 8” wide x 6” tall
chocolate bison and gold bison leather, black nylon thread, antique brass hardware
The XL Radley Crossbody Bag is an every day spacious sized, zipper closure bag. Ideal for leisure with the strap or at a special occasion as a clutch! Be prepared for a lot of compliments, playful fringe twists, and a bag that you can pair with every outfit.
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
*** BAG CHAIN SOLD SEPARATELY ***
Measurements & Materials:
Bag: 12 3/4” wide, 8 1/2” tall, 4” deep
Interior pocket: 8” wide x 6” tall
Universal straps are 1” wide and adjustable from 19.5” to 40.5” long
whiskey bison leather, chestnut shimmer cowhide leather fringe, black nylon thread, nickel hardware
The Shelly Sling is hands-free style spacious sling bag. This is a perfect every day style to be worn across your chest, on your shoulder, or across your hips. You’ll love the functionality of this comfy bag!
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
Measurements & Materials:
Bag: 7.5” tall, 11” wide, 3.25” deep with a 10.5” zipper opening
Universal straps are 1” wide and adjustable from 19.5” to 40.5” long
olive cowhide leather, black bison leather, black nylon thread, and nickel hardware
A classic, multifunctional, solid, genuine leather 4-in-1 accordion bag. You can wear it as a crossbody, chest bag, shoulder bag, or a hip bag!
This 3 pocket design with card slots is timeless and we promise you’ll wear it all the time. Carry your phone, wallet, and other must haves for any occasion - casual or dressed up.
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
Measurements & Materials:
Bag: 8” wide, 5” tall, 2 1/2 ” deep
Adjustable Strap: 25” - 54 1/2” long
Chestnut Bridle Leather, black nylon thread, brass hardware.
This is a medium sized, every day crossbody or shoulder bag with a zipper closure.
Be prepared for a lot of compliments and playful fringe twists you can pair with every outfit.
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
Materials & measurements:
black bison, black nylon thread, antique brass hardware
Bag: 12 3/4” wide, 8 1/2” tall, 4” deep
Interior slip pocket at 8” wide x 6” tall
Universal straps are 1” wide and adjustable from 19.5” to 40.5” long
This is a medium sized, every day crossbody or shoulder bag with a zipper closure.
Be prepared for a lot of compliments and playful fringe twists you can pair with every outfit.
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
Materials & measurements:
tobacco and black bison, black nylon thread, antique brass hardware
Bag: 12 3/4” wide, 8 1/2” tall, 4” deep
Interior slip pocket at 8” wide x 6” tall
Universal straps are 1” wide and adjustable from 19.5” to 40.5” long
Hand stamped and one of a kind. Perfect gift to adorn a set of keys! Watch the vegetable tanned cowhide leather age as it’s used and exposed to the sun.
Perfect key fob and key ring product to keep your important keys on your jean’s belt loops or your bag’s hardware.
Materials: Solid brass and stainless steel snap hardware with an easy-open performance.
Measurements: 5 1/2” x 1”
This is a medium sized, daily use backpack and crossbody bag.
It’s one of our most popular styles… functionality and design in one!
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
Materials & measurements:
Tobacco bison leather, antique marble + black suede cowhide leather, black nylon thread, nickel hardware
Bag: 11 1/4” wide x 9 1/4” tall x 4 1/4” deep
One interior slip pocket 8” wide x 6” tall
Universal straps are 1” wide and adjustable from 19.5” to 40.5” long
A convenient sized fringe wristlet to quickly grab when you’re headed out the door. Your choice of adding hand lacing or stitching to the center strip is available, or keep it as is!
Materials: 5/6oz mocha and black bison leather, 3/4oz antique marble cowhide leather with a black suede back, solid metal nickel plated YKK zipper, 5/6oz black bridle leather.
Measurements: 8 1/4” wide, 4 1/2” tall, 1” deep, 7” long fringe
Handle: 14” long, 1/2” wide
Zipper opening: 7 1/4” long
The Half Moon Crossbody Bag is a smaller sized, slouchy, daily fringe bag. It can fit your all of your necessities and a little extra if you carry lightly. The zipper closure is convenient and the reversed fringe with the shape of the bag is eye-catching.
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
Measurements and Materials:
Bag: 11” wide x 10 1/2” tall x 2 1/2” deep bag with 8.5” long fringe
Universal straps are 1” wide and adjustable from 19.5” to 40.5” long
black bison leather, olive cowhide leather, black nylon thread, & nickel hardware.
One of a kind leather bird bag charm to clip onto your bag. Handmade from our scraps (some out of stock, some in stock, some swatches), keeping each one unique.
This is a medium sized, every day crossbody or shoulder bag with a zipper closure.
Be prepared for a lot of compliments and playful fringe twists you can pair with every outfit.
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
Materials & measurements:
Desert cowhide, antique marble & black suede cowhide, black nylon thread, antique brass hardware
Bag: 12 3/4” wide, 8 1/2” tall, 4” deep
Interior slip pocket at 8” wide x 6” tall
Universal straps are 1” wide and adjustable from 19.5” to 40.5” long
This small daily fringe bag is one of our top sellers due to the classic shape and that it’s the perfect size for those who don’t carry a lot. Ideal for leisure and special occasion. Wear it as a crossbody, shoulder bag, or as a clutch.
Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a lifetime warranty on broken thread and hardware.
Measurements & Materials:
Bag: 10 1/4” wide, 5 1/2” tall, 2 1/2” deep, 8” wide x 4” tall interior pocket
Universal straps are 1” wide and adjustable from 19.5” to 40.5” long
black bison leather, chestnut shimmer leather, black nylon thread, and antique brass hardware.
A front flap clutch wallet for a minimalistic style, designed to be a daily carry. It contains 3 card slip pockets, 1 cash or receipt slip pockets, 1 zippered coin pocket, and 1 slip pocket for your phone (or cash / receipts). Handmade in the USA with Blac Bridle leather, solid brass hardware, and a YKK zipper. This premium leather will gracefully age and gain a patina with use.
Measurements closed: 7 3/4” wide, 4 1/2” tall
Measurements open: 7 3/4” long, 12” tall
Phone to fit: iPhone Pro 15 Max
A hands-free style spacious sling bag, perfect every day style to be worn across your chest, on your shoulder, or across your hips. You’ll love the functionality! You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional straps, pockets, and hand detailing are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
bag: 7.5” tall, 11” wide, 3.25” deep.
zipper opening: 10.5”
fringe length: 6.5”
This is a medium sized daily use bag that can be worn as a backpack or crossbody bag if you choose that functionality. It’s one of our most popular styles! You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional d ring placements for functionality, straps, handles, pockets, hand detailing, and closure options are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
Bag: 11 1/4” wide x 9 1/4” tall x 4 1/4” deep
one interior slip pocket 8” wide x 6” tall
A perfectly sized crossbody YKK zipper top purse that includes a rear zipper and a spacious interior. You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional straps, handles, pockets, and hand detailing are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
bag: 9.5” tall, 7.5” wide at the top, 12” wide at the base
depth: 2.5” deep at the zipper opening, 3” deep at the base
rear zipper pocket: 8.5” wide, 7 3/4” tall
zipper opening: 9.25”
This is a smaller sized, slouchy, daily fringe bag. The zipper closure is convenient and the reversed fringe is eye-catching. You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional straps, handles, pockets, and hand detailing are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
Bag: 11” wide x 10 1/2” tall x 2 1/2” deep
Interior pocket: 7.5” wide x 6” tall
8.5” length fringe
This is a medium sized every day bag with a zipper closure. Be prepared for a lot of compliments and playful fringe twists you can pair with every outfit. You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional straps, handles, pockets, and hand detailing are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
Bag: 12 3/4” wide, 8 1/2” tall, 4” deep
Interior slip pocket at 8” wide x 6” tall
You design it and we’ll handcraft it for you from scratch! This listing is for the SCORPION design. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware. View our current leather offerings and add on options.
The Mini Brittany Crossbody Bag is one of our top selling daily styles. We’re collaborating with leather tooler, Kindra of Sandwitch Leather, in Indianapolis to create rad leather bags that are functional artistry. You’ll receive a painted tooled flap that looks like the one pictured, but you get to choose your leather and add ons for the rest of the bag.
This is a medium sized, zipper and buckle closure, convertible crossbody and backpack bag. Choose your function and optional straps, 1 for crossbody or 2 for backpack wear. Don’t mistaken it to be small because it is truly a spacious bag… and a show-stopper! It has so many functional qualities like having a front exterior YKK zipper closure pocket for your iPhone or credit card and a dynamic double layer of fringe.
Measurements:
10” wide x 10 1/4” tall x 3” deep
one interior slip pocket at 8” wide x 5” tall
one exterior front zipper pocket at 8” wide x 4 1/2” tall
This is a hands free, small sized hip bag made to be a great daily wear or festival wear, fitting most festival size rules. You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional hardware placements for functionality, straps, and hand detailing. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
6 3/4” wide, 1 3/4” deep, 5 3/4” tall
This is a large, super slouchy, daily or weekend fringe bag that makes a statement. You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional d ring placements for functionality, straps, handles, pockets, hand detailing, and closure options are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
Bag: 14” wide x 10 1/2” tall x 5.5” deep
Interior slip pocket: 7.5” wide x 6” tall
8.5” length fringe
This is a hands free, medium sized belt bag, hip bag, and high or low crossbody bag in one. You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional hardware placements for functionality, straps, and hand detailing are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
9 1/4” wide x 2” deep x 5 1/2” tall
Exterior front snap pocket: 4” tall x 9 1/4” wide
You design it and we’ll handcraft it for you from scratch! This listing is for the EYE OF SWORDS design. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware. View our current leather offerings and add on options.
The Mini Brittany Crossbody Bag is one of our top selling daily styles. We’re collaborating with leather tooler, Kindra of Sandwitch Leather, in Indianapolis to create rad leather bags that are functional artistry. You’ll receive a painted tooled flap that looks like the one pictured, but you get to choose your leather and add ons for the rest of the bag.
This is a medium sized, zipper and buckle closure, convertible crossbody and backpack bag. Choose your function and optional straps, 1 for crossbody or 2 for backpack wear. Don’t mistaken it to be small because it is truly a spacious bag… and a show-stopper! It has so many functional qualities like having a front exterior YKK zipper closure pocket for your iPhone or credit card and a dynamic double layer of fringe.
Measurements: 10” wide x 10 1/4” tall x 3” deep, one interior slip pocket at 8” wide x 5” tall, one exterior front zipper pocket at 8” wide x 4 1/2” tall
This is a large fringe drawstring bucket bag that is ready for packed days and weekend trips! Three layers of fringe will start conversations anywhere. The drawstring is soft with snap ends to switch out your fringe ends.
You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional d ring placements for functionality, straps, handles, pockets, hand detailing, and closure options are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
bag: 13.5” tall, 14 1/4” wide, 7” deep
3 rows of fringe: 9” long
interior slip pocket: 8” wide, 6” tall
Own the coolest bag in the room! This is a large bag ready for all your lifestyle adventures such as the gym, work and school, and travel. You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional d ring placements for functionality, straps, handles, pockets, hand detailing, and closure options are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
bag: 14” wide x 15” tall x 5” deep
one interior slip pocket at 8” wide x 6” tall
one exterior front zipper pocket at 9 1/2” wide x 6 1/2” tall
This is a larger sized bag made to be a great daily, work, and travel bag. It looks awesome full to the trim but also stylish and very bohemian while it’s fairly empty. You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional d ring placements for functionality, straps, handles, pockets, and and hand detailing are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
Bag measuring at 13" 1/2” tall, from 14 2/4” wide to 18” wide, 3 1/2” deep
One permanent 14” simple 8/9oz black leather handle included
One interior slip pocket at 8” wide x 6” tall
This is a smaller sized daily fringe bag to be worn as a crossbody or clutch. It’s the perfect every day bag if you’re carrying a small wallet, phone, and minimal items. The zipper closure is simple and the fringe is playful. You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional straps, handles, pockets, and hand detailing are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
Bag: 10 1/4” wide, 5 1/2” tall, 2 1/2” deep
Interior pocket: 8” wide x 4” tall
This is a large wide sized bag made to be a great daily, work, adventure, and weekend travel bag. This bag can replace all of your bags. You design it and I’ll handcraft it for you from scratch. Rest assure your heirloom is protected with a warranty on broken thread and hardware.
View our current leather offerings and add on options.
Optional d ring placements for functionality, straps, handles, pockets, and hand detailing are chosen in the pop up. You’ll receive a separate invoice for them separately.
Measurements:
Bag measurements: 15” wide, 6” deep, 11” tall
One interior slip pocket at 8” wide x 6” tall
The cutest clip-on, clip-off rolled hard handle. With one of these, you can carry your convertible bag as a handbag. It features criss-cross hand-stitching or hand lacing in your choice of color thread / leather lace. Stuffed with thick leather rope. Mix and match your rolled handles with your Bird Trouble bags.
Leave your choice of color thread / lacing in the check out notes.
Choose from 16”, 18”, or 20” long
Genuine leather
Solid quality metal hardware