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Unique handmade fabric handbags carefully made the old fashioned way on a family heirloom treadle sewing machine! Bespoke orders a speciality. www.tootstotes.com
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Announcement
Unique handmade fabric handbags carefully made the old fashioned way on a family heirloom treadle sewing machine! Bespoke orders a speciality. www.tootstotes.com
Did you know that if you opt in to receive emails from Etsy you can take advantage of a money off code when you favourite an item?
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Clare on Apr 30, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely beautiful bag. I’ve had so many compliments on it already. X
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Kuma on Sep 7, 2021
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely beautiful purse. Arrived quicker than I thought! Way more vibrant in person than I could have imagined. So thoughtfully made and was packaged so carefully, cannot recommended Ruth’s works enough!! Thank you so much!!
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Patricia on Nov 30, 2020
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful bag that I look forward to using. It is very well made. Great service from Ruth.
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Roy on Nov 20, 2020
5 out of 5 starsA truly wonderful item, just grand. Delivery was fast, and the condition was exactly as detailed.
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ozdreaming90 on Jul 13, 2020
5 out of 5 starsThis bag is fabulous! I absolutely love it.thank you for your very prompt service too.
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Jackelien on Sep 16, 2019
5 out of 5 starsI purchased this wonderful bag as a birthday gift for my mother and the service of Ruth is really great!! And the bag is stunning!! ❤
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Jackelien on Aug 22, 2018
5 out of 5 starsThank you very much Ruth for the nice wrapped pouch! It is beautiful made and I love it.
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jinxthecat23 on Oct 26, 2017
5 out of 5 starsOutstanding craftsmanship!! Adorable bag, love everything about it. Thanks for the "extra"- matching coin purse/makeup bag. Wonderful shop ++++++++++++
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jinxthecat23 on Sep 25, 2017
5 out of 5 starsSimply a gorgeous bag, so well made and I love this fabric. Fabulous!!!
About TootsTotes
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The Sewing Room-where it all happens! www.tootstotes.com
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Lots of lovely fabrics to choose from. www.tootstotes.com
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Haberdashery stored in here to complete the look! www.tootstotes.com
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My assistant Lulu, who models bags to perfection! www.tootstotes.com
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Bespoke makes-your choice of fabric and design. www.tootstotes.com
Unique fabric handbags made the old fashioned way...
Hello, I'm Ruth Overton. My nickname as a child was 'Ruthie Toots' which is how the name 'TootsTotes' originated.
I come from a family of artists and artisans and there's nothing I like more, than to sit at my old treadle machine, handed down to me, through the family having been bought by my Grandad for Grandma in the 1930's.
More recently I have turned my attention to designing and creating bags and 'Toots Totes' began.
It's all about the creative process...
Figuring out designs and sourcing the textiles, the embellishments and
the fastenings is half the fun!
The other half is being able to use Grandma's old 1930's treadle sewing machine to put it all together-most therapeutic with its rhythmic treadling to and fro action...
Have a little look around and see if there’s anything you like or contact me to make something special - just for you!
Express the uniqueness of who you are with something a little different!
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Ruth Overton
Owner, Designer, Creator
Hi there! Welcome to Toots Totes!
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I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
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Frequently asked questions
Are your bags durable?
My customers tell me that my bags stand up to frequent use. I ensure that I finish them to the highest standards with the best fabrics and threads.
Care instructions
Sponge clean only. Although made of fabric I wouldn’t recommend the bag to be washed. You can do so at your own risk, but be sure to use a mild detergent and cool water.
Custom and personalised orders
If you see something you like, but you’re not sure of the colour or want different length handles, or anything else, please don’t hesitate to ask. I can usually make a bag within a week if you need it for a special occasion. This doesn’t include shipping times of course, which depend on where you live.