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Maxi Box Tote — The Joinery
The Joinery · Maxi Box Tote

The bag that goes everywhere.

Seven colourways. One iconic silhouette. Made from 100% recycled FutureFelt® with signature striped cotton webbing handles.

R 1,900

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7 Colourways

100% Recycled FutureFelt®

Handmade in Cape Town

Striped Cotton Webbing

Self-Standing Structure

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Seven colours.
One perfect tote.

Built for adventures big and small — city streets to wild plains. Structured, spacious, made to be seen. R 1,900 each.

Maxi Box Tote Charcoal
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Charcoal

FutureFelt®

The one that works with everything. Deep graphite FutureFelt® with signature cream cotton webbing handles. Effortlessly versatile — boardroom to beach.

R 1,900

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Charcoal · FutureFelt®
Maxi Box Tote Burgundy
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Burgundy

Eco Felt

Rich, deep, and entirely commanding. The bag that makes the room take notice — bold enough to stand alone, refined enough for any occasion.

R 1,900

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Burgundy · Eco Felt
Maxi Box Tote Terracotta
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Terracotta

Eco Felt

Warm, earthy, unmistakably bold. Terracotta turns heads from the market to the game reserve. The bag people always ask about.

R 1,900

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Terracotta · Eco Felt
Maxi Box Tote Ocean Blue
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Ocean Blue

Eco Felt

Deep, saturated, nautically inspired. Ocean Blue brings coastal energy to any setting — structured for travel, relaxed enough for the weekend.

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Ocean Blue · Eco Felt
Maxi Box Tote Forest Green
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Forest Green

Eco Felt

Lush, saturated, unmistakably alive. Made for those who take the scenic route — the Drakensberg, the Karoo, the Cape Point reserve.

R 1,900

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Forest Green · Eco Felt
Maxi Box Tote Camel
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Camel

Eco Felt

Warm, quiet, understated luxury. Camel pairs with everything from linen to leather. The tote for those who let quality speak for itself.

R 1,900

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Camel · Eco Felt
Maxi Box Tote Grey
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Grey

FutureFelt®

Cool, considered, endlessly wearable. The neutral that goes everywhere without trying — slots into any wardrobe, any lifestyle.

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Grey · FutureFelt®
Made from recycled plastic — The Joinery
FutureFelt® Origin Story

The bag that started as a plastic bottle.

PET bottles transformed into dense, structured felt that gives the Maxi Box Tote its iconic form.

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Why it works

Built for the life
you actually live.

Box Structure

Self-supporting base and structured walls — holds its shape full or empty. No slumping. Clean form always.

Maxi Capacity

Weekend clothes, laptop, market haul. The Maxi fits it all without losing its clean silhouette.

Signature Handles

Cotton webbing with distinctive black stripe — comfortable on the shoulder, instantly recognisable.

Recycled Material

FutureFelt® from 100% recycled PET plastic bottles — premium, water-resistant, serious structure.

Handmade in Cape Town

Cut, assembled, and finished by hand by people who take genuine pride in every piece.

Seven Colour Stories

Charcoal. Burgundy. Terracotta. Ocean Blue. Forest Green. Camel. Grey. Which one is yours?

FutureFelt from plastic bottles
The Material

I was a plastic bottle.
Now I carry yours.

FutureFelt® is The Joinery's proprietary innovation — recycled PET plastic bottles transformed into high-density, textured felt. Water-resistant. Lightweight. Built to last for years.

Every Maxi Box Tote diverts plastic from landfill and turns it into something you'll carry proudly for seasons.

100%
Recycled plastic
7
Colourways
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Made locally
Zero
Waste philosophy
Maxi Box Tote — road trip
Made For

Adventures big and small.

  • Road trips with everything you need
  • Safari weekends and game reserve getaways
  • The farmers market Saturday morning ritual
  • Corporate gifting that people actually want
  • Beach days where you never have to choose
FutureFelt® — I was a plastic bottle
Circular by design

Style that gives back.

Every Maxi Box Tote begins as plastic waste — bottles collected and diverted from South African landfills, processed into FutureFelt® through The Joinery's proprietary system.

Skilled Cape Town hands. Recycled materials. A bag built to last.

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Find your Maxi Box Tote.

Seven colourways. All handmade in Cape Town. R 1,900 each.

What people are saying

Carried and loved.

★★★★★

"I have three — charcoal for every day, green for the weekend, burgundy because I couldn't help myself. Best bags I've ever owned."

— Thandi K., Cape Town
★★★★★

"Took the ocean blue on safari. It survived the dust, the game drives, every early morning. Absolutely built to last."

— Mark S., Johannesburg
★★★★★

"Gave the camel as a gift. My friend called the next day to say it was the most beautiful bag she'd ever seen. I ordered one for myself immediately."

— Liesl P., Stellenbosch
Questions

Everything you need to know.

What is the Maxi Box Tote made from?
FutureFelt® or Eco Felt depending on the colourway — both made from recycled PET plastic bottles. Cotton webbing handles with a signature black stripe, finished with a leather Joinery label patch.
Which colours are available?
Charcoal (FutureFelt®), Grey (FutureFelt®), Burgundy, Terracotta, Ocean Blue, Forest Green, and Camel. All share the same signature striped webbing handles and leather label.
FutureFelt® vs Eco Felt — what's the difference?
FutureFelt® is The Joinery's premium recycled material — 100% post-consumer recycled PET, water-resistant and highly durable. Eco Felt is also a sustainable recycled felt with a slightly different texture. Both are built to last.
How big is the Maxi Box Tote?
The Maxi is The Joinery's largest tote — carries everything from a laptop to a weekend's worth of essentials. Structured base stands flat, boxy silhouette maximises interior volume without bulk.
Can it be used as a corporate gift?
Absolutely — one of The Joinery's most popular corporate gifting options. For bulk orders contact hello@thejoinery.co.za.
How do I care for it?
Spot-clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Both FutureFelt® and Eco Felt are water-resistant and easy to maintain. Store flat or stuffed to preserve the box structure.
Seven colours. One decision.

The tote you'll reach
for every day.

Handmade in Cape Town from recycled plastic. Seven bold colourways. R 1,900 each.