JOVEE
104-3 Fan Tan Alley V8W3G9 Victoria, BC, Canada

I like to think I’m really good at managing my emotions. I knew today wasn’t going to be easy, but it has surprised me how real this all is and how deeply sad I am but also how incredibly grateful I am for ever having this space. Today I took down all the window decals and handed my keys in. Today is the true beginning of the next chapter and my heart hurts but I’m also insanely excited!! I feel good in my new studio and can’t wait to show you all the tricks I’ve got up my sl...eeve! I’m going to take a few days off to process everything (with the help of some wine and my partner in crime) because it turns out I haven’t really done that yet. Thank you to my alley cats @purelovinchocolate @local.assembly @studio_549 @kidsistericecream @bylaceyjanette @latana_victoria! Thank you to my downtown neighbours @copperandashcollective @shopstilllife @luckyfortunetattoo @heyhappycoffee @milkandhoneybrowbar @shoplittlegold @citizenclothing @hair_by_jane_c @rookandrose @saintfranks @snpfox and anyone else I forgot! Thank you to everyone who came to the pop ups with @covetandkeep @beesandbones @wildhillbotanicals @sarahleckieceramics and many more! And to everyone who came down to the anniversary parties, bday parties and just cuz parties! THANK YOU EVERYONE! love you all. I hope you’re all are staying safe and healthy!! Oh, and a sorry in advance for any ridiculous stories I post over the next few days.

Summer Jack in sandy nubuck leather and the palest blue zips to compliment! This beaut is a one of a kind, I have just enough of this leather left to make some wallets! @ Victoria, British Columbia

Check my stories for all the deets xo xo stay positive and stay safe!

Hopefully this XL tote in slick black leather with a bunch of custom features will distract you from my ensemble! We did a drop down removable cross body strap, a slick magnetic closure and all the other bells and whistles that come with my totes! Thanks for this one! She was fun! @ Chinatown, Victoria

What’s that you see up there @reneelalondehair?! Is it sun? I think it’s sun! This mega boss lady is working the XL tote in rustic honey natural leather with a black geometric base and a large inside pocket. Available in the shop or by dm. Shop is on studio hours today but reg hours Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 12-4:30 happy weekend! @ Victoria, British Columbia

Couldn’t go to Mexico and not have a mini photo shoot with the duffle I made for a certain someone. Passport wallet for scale in the second photo. @ Playa Los Cerritos

Beach essentials: 1. The biggest hat you can find 2. The Jack Bag Shop is open tomorrow 11-5:30. There’s one more Jack available but more will be coming soon!

With over 20 local vendors all in one place you’re bound to find something to make your heart go pitter patter! Head over to the link in @swell.social’s profile and have a look-see! Xoxo

Hi it’s me sporting my Jack bag! I’ve been using it every day since I made it and on this trip it’s been a game changer!! I’m able to flip it from shoulder to backpack to cross body and make it whatever I need it to be! Just a remainder that Colin is at the shop 10-4:45 every day till I’m back and he has some stunning samples there!! : @unjerry

Jack is back! This convertible bag goes from a backpack to cross body and a shoulder bag at the snap of a finger! This beauty is made from some thicc black grainy leather and at the request of it’s new owner, the green zip for a pop colour! Taking orders via dm or email so pop me a line!

IT’S ALIVE! Studio is functioning and I’m back at the table making! ... #feelinggood #stayhome #studiolife #mysewcalledlife #backinaction #homestudio #leather #leathergoods #leatherbags #handcrafted #womenmade #womenowned #leathersmith #smallbusiness #locallove #shopyyj #ethical #sustainablefashion #oldstock #sendlove #bringtheheat See more

Hair on hide envelope wallets at the shop today 10 till 4:45. @ JOVEE

Yo. It’s me. I’ve been sitting on this for a few weeks and I think it’s time to tell you: For almost 5 and 1/2 years I have held up at 104 Fan Tan Alley. My tiny shop has been a hub for us all. It’s been a way to meet you and a place for you to come and shop, escape the rain or work and hang out. I have loved it more than I thought I could ever love something and relish every minute I’ve spent there. None of which would have been possible without all of YOU! Fan Tan Alley h...as become my second home which is why this decision was so fucking hard. It breaks my heart to let it go but I know this is the right thing to do. A month ago I was informed that a business would be moving down into the courtyard next to my shop. This business goes against my core believes and values. I was then faced with the decision of what I could do to protect Jovee while keep my morals and ethics in tact. After some very deep soul searching (full of sadness and anger but with hope and even excitement), and driving my loved ones bananas, I decided I was going to close the shop and start looking for a new space. Timing is everything though, and in light of our current World crisis I realized the best thing to do right now is to move the studio into my home. That way I can keep working, keep taking orders and keep Jovee alive during these uncertain times. Thank you for being a part of this huge chapter in my life!! If you need anything, holler atta girl, shop my instagram because I’m still doing local deliveries and shipping World-wide. Once I’m all moved in I’ll be working on re-doing my website! I hope you stick with me and I’ll do my best to make it worth your while! Xo

Still hard tripping over this bag. XL tote in black bison leather good good. @ Victoria, British Columbia