Dot Tote | Hawthorne Canvas
About Hawthorne Canvas
A story woven in.
Inspired by the rich character of vintage tapestry, Hawthorne Canvas brings together warm golden tones, faded florals, and a beautifully textured, woven look. The pattern feels collected over time — nostalgic and storied yet made to be carried every day.
With its perfectly vintage feel and autumn palette, Hawthorne is a standout for the season while still feeling timeless enough to carry well beyond it.
Please note: Pattern placement will vary from piece to piece, making each Hawthorne bag uniquely its own.
About The Dot:
The Dot Tote Bag is a petite, yet versatile handbag designed for women who want style, function, and empowerment in one. Perfectly sized for carrying your daily essentials with just a little extra room, this small tote transitions seamlessly from workdays to weekends. The comfortable rolled leather handles and a removable crossbody strap give you multiple ways to carry, while the thoughtful interior and exterior pockets keep everything organized. From workdays to weekends, The Dot balances timeless style with everyday function in a size that’s easy to carry wherever you’re headed.
Product Details:
- Dimensions: 8" H x 12"W x 4.5"D, 11.5" opening width
- Weight: 1.3 lbs.
- Construction: zippered main compartment
- Leather detail: Leather bottom with brass feet, genuine full-grain leather accents
- Wear styles: Shoulder bag, crossbody
- Strap: Adjustable and removable crossbody/shoulder strap
- Handles: Two leather handles, 3" drop
- Exterior pockets: Two open pockets
- Interior pockets: One zipper pocket, two open slip pockets
- Lining: Signature striped poly/cotton
- Hardware: Brass
- Included detail: Yellow Support tag
Inspiration Behind the Name:
The Dot is named for Dorothy Braden who was a high school physics and French teacher until she heard that the Army was looking for college-educated southern teachers. The details of the position were vague, and the strange interview was held in a random hotel room, but according to her she was "up for anything at that point."
In just a few weeks, Dot learned Japanese and became an expert cryptographer. She even knew that the Japanese had surrendered before President Truman did. This job was very hush-hush, so Dot and her coworkers were threatened with espionage punishable by life in prison.
In 2017, after the NSA declassified everything, Dot was eventually convinced to tell her amazing story which can now be enjoyed for generations to come.
More than just a handbag, The Dot is a symbol of strength, solidarity, and empowerment for the modern woman.
How to Clean a Canvas Bag:
When spot cleaning the canvas, we suggest using a brush or sponge with water only to wipe it off soiled area. We do not recommend using anything other than water as it could discolor canvas material.
Maintenance of R.Riveter Leather:
We love using real genuine leather in our handbags because they just get better with age. If you happen to get scratches or water marks, you can usually get the bag looking new again with just a little maintenance. Please click here to read about how to care for your genuine leather.