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News! My largest messenger is now 40x31x9cm (16"x12.25"x3.5") - a modest increase in depth to carry laptops like MacBookPro 16".
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My bags are currently in use in almost 40 countries, each bag having been made to order - please feel free simply to order a bag which you like, or enjoy being part of the design process and help me make your bag to include favourite colours and materials.
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Every product has been designed and personally hand-made by me alone (Roy, the Grandad). The designs are smart and stylish, fulfilling a wide variety of needs. Multiple pockets make for versatility while hard-wearing materials together with top-quality zips and fittings ensure a long and useful life. Messenger bags all have a padded section dedicated to a tablet or slim laptop. Dimensions are adjusted to suit existing and emerging hardware and each bag is made either right-handed or left-handed to suit the user.
Please message me if you like a design and need confirmation that it can be made to suit your particular application: I will do my best to meet your needs before your order is confirmed. None of the products are available off-the-shelf so please note the (modest) despatch time to avoid any disappointment.
Bags for convenience, bags for style, bags for function and bags of fun - never be without your essential stuff, never lose your style.
A recent 5-star review from a customer in Austria (I have never received a review of less than 5-stars) ......................
"I bought my first MadeByGrandad bag almost 10 years ago, used it almost daily and loved it. Now that it is showing its first signs of aging, I ordered a new one. Communication with Roy was, as always, friendly, fast and easy. Each of my individual wishes could be implemented. I am looking forward to the next 10 years with a beautiful and incredibly practical bag. Absolute purchase recommendation!"
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Colleen on Apr 12, 2024
5 out of 5 starsI went back to college this year and I needed something that was fun, unique and made me smile. Exactly as expected, fun pop of yellow on the inside and well thought out.
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Caitlin on Apr 1, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThis is the third bag I’ve ordered from the artist, and as usual, it’s perfect! Always a pleasure to work with grandad and he’s amazing with custom orders as well as the absolute astounding quality of his craftsmanship.
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Richard on Mar 12, 2024
5 out of 5 starsRoy was a pleasure to work with on my custom messenger bag. Result is exactly what I wanted - thank you very much, terrific job!
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Caitlin on Mar 1, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThis is my second bag from Granddad, and I love it! It's so beautifully made, sturdy, useful, and comfortable! He's so easy to work with and extremely kind and accommodating. The process was easy, and the bag arrived early! Absolutely recommend :)
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Erik on Feb 22, 2024
5 out of 5 starsWow just wow. Another amazing bag from Grandad. This is the third one I have bought now as I like to mix up the designs depending on what I am using them for. Absolutely love this one. Made to my chosen colours and added an extra pocket for my phone. The craftsmanship on these bags are incredible and far better than the mass produced rubbish you find elsewhere. If you want a hand crafted, well made, well designed bag then I implore you to order from Roy.
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Caroline on Feb 17, 2024
5 out of 5 starsBeautifully made bag, perfect for my husband’s needs. He loves that it’s made for a left handed person.
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Kasper Spragg on Jan 19, 2024
5 out of 5 starsYou can tell that a lot of effort and care goes into the making of these. Roy was very good at designing this specifically for my requirements and was very helpful. The pouches are clearly very high quality and it’s great to have something completely unique. Very happy overall.
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Mattia, on Jan 9, 2024
5 out of 5 starsRoy is an amazing craftsman and seller. I highly recommend these quality bags to anyone who travels. These bags are built to last and every attention to detail is paid. Roy is a talented and genuinely nice guy. Buy his bags!
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Kate on Nov 30, 2023
5 out of 5 starsEllison’s products are ALWAYS top notch. I have ordered more than 5 purchases from him and ALL are always high quality! Will continue to order from MBG. Thanks Ellison!
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pdarnold63 on Nov 22, 2023
5 out of 5 starsThank you for a perfectly beautiful yet useful bag! I can now carry my camera with me as well as all the other necessary things. Don't hesitate to buy from MadeByGrandad, he has beautiful and high quality bags.
About MadeByGrandad
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Mustn't forget the label -
Concentrating here -
Oddly enough the label is one of the first things to fix - not like the painting where the signature comes last -
Precision is everything - it's important to tell the fabric where you want it to go and not the other way round
Doing what I love to do and sharing it with appreciative customers
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Ellison Roy Stephenson
Owner, Designer, Architect, Artist, Photographer, Maker And Doer
A life making things and gaining some skills in the process: woodwork, artwork, photography, music, needlework, even some metalwork. A steady output of artefacts, some of which are found on this site: this is a place to share my passions with you.
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