A Tote Full of Love: Celebrating Mother's Day With The Animal Project
There is something quietly extraordinary about those unique individuals we call our mothers.
They have given us life on this earth, and their influence has transformed our lives. We want to pay a special tribute to them.
They are the first to wake and the last to rest. They carry grocery bags, school bags, work bags, and somewhere in between, the invisible weight of everyone they love. They pack snacks, spare tissues, a little something "just in case", and somehow always have room for one more thing - a forgotten water bottle, a half-eaten biscuit, a small hand reaching for theirs.
This Mother's Day, we wanted to celebrate her in a way that feels just like her: thoughtful, generous, and a little bit magical.
A Bag As Big-Hearted As She Is
Meet the Safari Resort Tote.
Crafted from thick, durable canvas with a beautifully quilted interior and handy inner pockets, this tote is built for everything she carries - physical and otherwise. The soft PU leather shoulder strap makes it a joy to sling on for a weekend brunch, a beach getaway, or a Sunday market run with the family. At 50cm wide and 36cm tall, it has all the room she'll ever need (and then some), and it arrives tucked safely inside its very own dust bag.
But what makes this tote truly special is what's printed on it.
The Artist Behind The Animals
The lively safari illustrations dancing across the canvas - drawn by Jun-Yi, an artist on the autism spectrum, we are so proud to work with at The Animal Project.
Jun-Yi is an artist with special needs, and like all our artists, he draws animals quickly, intuitively, and with a kind of honesty that is hard to put into words. Every line is his. Every creature has its own little personality. And every time someone takes one of his designs home, Jun-Yi receives a royalty - meaning every Safari Resort Tote out there is also a small, steady step towards his financial independence.
It's the kind of detail mums tend to love. Because mums, more than anyone, understand what it means to nurture potential.
A Mother's Day Gift That Gives Twice
This is the whole heart of The Animal Project: gifting that gives twice.
Once, to the person you love - a mum, a grandmother, an auntie, a chosen-family figure, or even yourself (yes, you deserve it too). And again, to an artist whose work is being celebrated, used, and seen out in the world.
When she carries this tote to the wet market, or onto a plane, or through the school gate at pick-up time, she carries Jun-Yi's art with her. And quietly, beautifully, she becomes part of his story too.
50% Off, Just For This Special Season
To make this Mother's Day extra meaningful, we are offering the Safari Resort Tote - at 50% off for a limited time.
That's just $28 SGD (originally $55) for a tote that's stylish, spacious, ethically made, and full of heart - at half the price, but with all the meaning intact.
Whether you are shopping for the woman who raised you, the woman who showed up for you, or the woman you have grown into - we hope this little safari finds its way to her arms.
And Because Mums Deserve A Little Surprise…
Here's something else we've been keeping in our back pocket.
When you spend over $100 in a single order during this Mother's Day season, we'll tuck a little mystery gift into your bundle - on us.
We won't tell you what it is (that would spoil the fun), but we will tell you this: it's hand-picked by our team, and lovely surprise that makes a gift feel even more special when she opens it.
Pair the Safari Resort Tote with a matching pouch, a thermal bottle, a notebook, or a little something for yourself - and let us add the cherry on top.
It's our way of saying thank you for shopping with a heart.
The gift is available until stock lasts.
To All The Mums Out There
To every mum who has packed a bag for someone else before packing one for herself - thank you.
This one's for you.
With love, The Animal Project Team
The Animal Project is a social enterprise that celebrates the abilities of artists with special needs. Every purchase from our store directly supports our artists' income and creates real opportunities for them to thrive. Learn more about our story and our artists.