I share occasional updates from my studio, upcoming California art shows, and the stories behind my one-of-a-kind jewelry and leather designs — written personally by me.
The black Italian square-shape leather strap bag is ideal for someone on the go. The video below features handbag designer Lisa Ramos showcasing this bag and other styles from the MONOLISA crossbody collection.
This crossbody bag is designed with black Italian lightweight leather and the highest quality metal zipper with fully polished elements — YKK’s EXCELLA®. The leather mimics soft, luxurious calfskin.
To add a subtle touch of sparkle, the bag features three shimmering gray and clear crystals mounted in silver hardware on the front. It comes with a matching adjustable, detachable leather strap featuring a crystal accent on the strap loop and polished silver hardware.
The bag includes a dust bag and is Bay Area made in beautiful Northern California.
Lisa Ramos sharing this crossbody style and related designs from the collection.
Fit, scale, and details shown while worn.
Each design begins with a custom handbag pattern, followed by hand cutting the leather and meticulously sewing each piece to create a high-quality bag designed to be worn and loved for years. Every bag is handcrafted personally by Bay Area handbag designer Lisa Ramos in her Clayton, California studio.
MONOLISA bags are not mass produced or sold in retail stores. They are available exclusively on this website or at a MONOLISA show. MONOLISA handbags have been featured at the San Francisco American Craft Show and other fine art juried shows.
Lisa Ramos is a California-based artist and designer creating handcrafted leather handbags and jewelry. Her work reflects a personal creative journey shaped by years of hands-on leather and jewelry education, material exploration, and craftsmanship.
Read Lisa’s articles on jewelry design, leatherwork, and the creative process: monolisadesigns.com/blog
Lisa began creating artisan leather bags and jewelry in 2013, focusing on meticulous craftsmanship, timeless design, and elegant style.
Welcome to the MONOLISA Behind-the-Scenes Video Library, where you’ll step into the creative world of California artist Lisa Ramos.
Explore behind the scenes and watch how the MONOLISA Studio has transformed over the years—each update reflecting Lisa’s creative journey and dedication to craftsmanship.