In 2007, after a ten-year career in accounting that left my longing for the creative expression I loved as a child, I sought my freedom from corporate America and began designing custom leather handbags. It all started when I, a busy working mom of two small children, grew frustrated with the constant act of having to rummage through my purse in search of her wallet, keys, cell phone, etc., all while juggling one child on my hip and another at my side. After an unsuccessful search for an off the rack solution, I decided to create my own hassle-free bag that would suit her multitasking lifestyle, but still exude my fashionable flair.

With my design concept mapped out, I went to my local fabric store for supplies and immediately went home to create my ideal handbag. I quickly discovered, however, that cotton and synthetic fabrics just wouldn’t cut it with their flimsy shape and disheveled structure, and so turned to what is now my source of creative inspiration: leather.

I checked out every book I could find at the library on leatherwork and contacted other self-taught leather handbag designers for advice. Armed with everything a novice designer needs: a design, materials, instructional literature, and, of course, the passion and drive to make it work; I created my first leather handbag that was both functional and fashionable. I then used the leftover leather to create market totes to give to family and friends for the holidays, and needless to say, they were a hit!

What began as an effort to simplify her busy life soon turned into a hobby and is now a successful and fulfilling career. Combining my initial concept of functional quality with style and design, I now creates custom handbags for my clients, showcasing the beauty of natural leathers and hides. Whether your style is chic and sophisticated or earthy and bohemian, I can design the ideal handbag to suit your unique style.