
Announcement
One-of-a-kind handbags, clutches, purses, accessories, and home decor handmade by Maria Woods.
Want to stand out in the crowd and make a fashion statement? Please step into my shop to see unique, handmade fashion accessories crafted from upcycled designer textiles. Welcome!
Announcement
One-of-a-kind handbags, clutches, purses, accessories, and home decor handmade by Maria Woods.
Want to stand out in the crowd and make a fashion statement? Please step into my shop to see unique, handmade fashion accessories crafted from upcycled designer textiles. Welcome!
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Reviews
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Pamela on Jun 8, 2022
5 out of 5 starsWhat a treasure! I received my kit today. I opened a beautifully packaged gift. Stunning! Gorgeous fabrics. The personalized note was so sweet. It was so evident that you really take time to put together a beautiful palette of color, pattern, and texture. I can’t wait to create something. Communication, shipping, and quick delivery were great. Looking forward to my next purchase. Thank you!
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swbot on Jun 16, 2022
5 out of 5 starsWe love the beautiful pillow cover, it's just what we were looking for. Arrived so quickly. Thank you!
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Karen on Jun 7, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAnother fabulous piece and great customer service and shipping!!!
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Karen on Jun 5, 2022
5 out of 5 starsIncredible piece of art. I love it!!!! Maria is great and shipping quick!
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Karen on Jun 5, 2022
5 out of 5 starsIncredible piece of art. I love it!!!! Maria is great and shipping quick!
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masang1 on Jan 31, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely incredible kit! Packaged with artistic flair, and carefully. High quality fabrics ready to stitch. PDF file of instructions were easy to obtain. Great price, arrived extremely quickly. Appears easy enough for this novice, but interesting enough for experienced stitchers. Very pleased. Highly recommend.
About EtsyMakeArtLife
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Ruby and Mark—my biggest fans!
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Organized chaos—my very productive studio.
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Work in progress.
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The best bit—choosing the fabrics from my ever expanding collection.
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This pin cushion has been with me since I made it when I was 7.
Pattern, color, and texture!
That's how it all started.
A while ago I started collecting samples and roll ends of luxurious, high-end upholstery fabrics, with sky-high price tags. I was so excited by the patterns, colors, and textures of the exquisite woven silks from Italy, wool tweeds from Scotland, and French damasks that I had to do something about it!
I have a background in art and design. I studied graphic design at college, worked as an illustrator in studios in the UK, and have been a freelance artist and photographer for over twenty years.
My whole life seems to revolve around pattern, color, and texture—whether it be restoring and decorating our former homes, creating new gardens, illustrating greeting cards, or just clothes buying, there's usually an eclectic look, often tactile, always with color.
So, I gathered my samples and decided to make some cushions for myself, then a couple of belts, then purses (I have a huge collection of handbags already. A few more only adds more excitement), then I started gifting to my friends. People were noticing and loving my creations. I decided it was time to take the leap and my handbag company was born!
My other Etsy store showcases my artwork, available as handmade, archival, giclée prints.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/MariaWoodsFineArt
make. art. life. encompasses everything about me. My blog follows the stories of things I'm making, the art I create, and the life I live.
Shop members
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Maria Woods
Owner, Designer, Creator
Hello! I'm Maria, a designer and artist from England. My time is divided between being a dog mum and creating beautiful things in my studio—gorgeous artisan handbags, unique jewelry, home decor, and painting designs to add to my ever-expanding folio
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Ruby
Companion, Critic
Ruby here, also known as Rubenstein, Tina Turner, and Hairy Baby. Mark and Maria adopted me in 2013. I'm downright gorgeous, funny, and rambunctious, with an unkempt look. I have a good eye for color and exquisite taste.
Shop policies
Each accessory is handmade by me, Maria Woods, and has its own unique beauty and character. Handcrafted using upcycled luxurious fabrics each piece is individual and a work of wearable art.
Be bold and have fun!
Love Maria x
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Items on sale
Returns and exchange details
Payment
9.25% California sales tax will be added for all in-state sales.