
Announcement REINSTATED - Free gift wrap and send direct service for duration of lockdown, just leave me a note when ordering that you would like gift wrap and who to send to etc. Please note, as things stand, I am currently only able to ship to the U.K.
Announcement
REINSTATED - Free gift wrap and send direct service for duration of lockdown, just leave me a note when ordering that you would like gift wrap and who to send to etc. Please note, as things stand, I am currently only able to ship to the U.K.
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katie26589rosser on 23 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThe photos don't do this bag justice. Really beautiful, fantastic quality material and manufacture and altogether stunning! Love that the purse clips in for added security. Arrived really promptly, perfect!!
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Sandi on 19 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful large bag with handy zipped pouch, so well made with eco packaging. I love it 😍
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Clare on 09 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful wee product, lovingly and thoughtfully made - helping me on my ongoing endeavour to use fewer 'throw away' items! Item as described, and arrived quickly, neatly packaged in recyclable materials - bonus points! Thanks again :)
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Barbara on 29 Jan, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful bag, all my favourite fabrics and colours in one lovely new best friend. Very well made, feels strong. A great creative mind put this together. Well packaged and sent speedily. Many thanks.
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Sue on 17 Jan, 2021
5 out of 5 starsAnother beautiful bag from Samm. Expertly made and I love the ethos behind her work. I have bought several bags from her and I’ll be back for more!
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Jill Taylor on 14 Jan, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis is such a beautiful bag, vibrant colour, fabrics and so well made. Came beautifully packaged and was a delight to receive. Will definitely be treating myself again!
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Naomi on 21 Dec, 2020
5 out of 5 starsOutstanding -
Lovely items, lovely lady. Great communication and super fast delivery -
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jcjuliet on 14 Dec, 2020
5 out of 5 starsBeautifully made and packaged. Love how you pay attention to environmentally friendly packaging too Samm. Prompt delivery. Thank you
About SammDesignsShop
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Tools of the trade
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My trusty steed!
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Like it says on the tin!
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Eco friendly gift wrap service. Regular or Fesrive, both with recycled finds decoration. Random colours/designs.
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Passionate about fabric and the excitement of reworking upcycled and recycled materials into things of beauty.
I began using my mother's hand operated sewing machine at the age of three. It was always out on the dining room table and I began using my mother's scraps to make clothes for my toys. I have always been a bit of a magpie with fabric, unable to resist colour and pattern and with a desire to fashion it into something joyful.
A few years ago my husband and I were lucky enough to move to the coastal town of Ventnor on the Isle of Wight. During our house renovations we met an upholsterer. I was horrified to discover that he discarded the off-cuts of fabric from his work. Not any more! Because I never know what I am go to get and because I rarely receive large pieces, I have to let the fabric dictate its use to me and the bag I can make with it. To that end I have reworked/designed a small range of bag patterns that best lend themselves to these random pieces of fabric. The linings are in the main recycled curtains and bedding from local charity shops (all washed of course!). All other trimmings and embellishments are sourced locally wherever possible. My ethos is to repurpose, recycle, save on waste and keep down the carbon footprint. My belief is that there is no reason why things of beauty cannot also be environmentally friendly.
Three years ago I began selling my bags in a small shop locally and also by word of mouth across the island. I am now really excited about the prospect of selling across the UK via my Etsy shop.
Shop members
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Samm
Owner
Owner, designer, packer, chief bottle-washer
Shop policies
Delivery
Payment options
Returns & exchanges
I gladly accept returns
I don't accept exchanges or cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalised orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
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
Sizing details
All listings include full measurements in both metric and imperial
Custom and personalised orders
Because I work with off-cuts and I never know what I am going to get, I am unfortunately unable to undertake custom orders.
Care instructions
For the most part the items should only be cleaned with a damp sponge. Most of the Beachy/Totey bags can be hand washed at 30 degrees. Warm iron only may be used with great care but NEVER iron the Beachy/Totey bags water resistant base panel or place on any hot surfaces. Each listing includes care info.
Gift wrapping and packaging
I offer an inexpensive gift wrapping service. In line with my ethos of recycling, I use recycled tissue and brown paper, recycled fabric ribbon and other recycled embellishments.
Wholesale availability
Because I use recycled off-cuts, I am unable to make repeat items, each bag is unique. This has proved limiting to the wholesale market, but I am open to offers!