High end handbags may now be manufactured in overseas factories but my Restore service is all done here in Bristol. Send me a couple of images of the bag you love but in need of attention: from minor cleaning to full restoration (like the beautiful Mulberry in the picture) and I'll suggest an affordable way forward
Book a full day craft leather skills 'taster'' session, all in a relaxed creative studio environment and fully hosted by me. Gain some leather artisan skills and take home a leather item: a tote bag, a belt or some jewellery. £95 per person - some dates still available to the end of May 2025
I launched nap2 as a business in 2023 but I've been designing, making and repairing bags for a long time.
I'm dedicated to creating design led, hand crafted elegant bags intended to appeal to people who want top end design quality and be proud to invest in my bags knowing each one contributes to reducing surplus materials going to landfill.
I use durable leather and UV safe vinyls and fabrics on the outside of my bags and natural linen, cotton and wool as bag linings. I source as much as I can from UK manufacturers and suppliers.
I often upcycle high quality surplus materials, blending colour and texture to create beautiful designs.
I design and make my own unique designs in my Bristol studio - nothing is imported or outsourced
Each nap2 handbag, whether a simple cotton tote or a veg tanned handbag is hand crafted with great care and attention to detail.
My bags are stylish, functional and durable: ensuring that my customers will enjoy their bags for years to come.
I combine beautiful colour, texture and decorative patterning to create unique handbags and accessories.
I use my skills as a creative designer, leather artisan and colourist to create high quality, beautiful items all hand made here in Bristol, England.
I design from scratch and cut, sew, and finish in my studio workshop.
I source materials from trusted suppliers and supplement with best quality and certified sustainable real leather, luxury faux leather, high quality vinyls and natural fibre fabrics for my collection.
I strive to create pieces that my customers are Proud to own and each item will give continuous Pleasure tby become long lasting and treasured possessions.
All of my designs have Purpose so that they elegantly address todays modern trend demanding functional and style features.
Backbag is an elegant alternative to a backpack. Created in leather and fabric, this fully lined bag is practical and elegant
The Bagpack is fully lined with a secure pocket and key hook accessed by a long zip. Extra soft padding add comfort to wearing the bag
Bucket Shoppers, tartan and leather shell, linen lined, leather trimmings, contrast wool lined pocket and key finder
Soft Tote in vinyl, leather trims with high coloured lining, zipped pocket and key finder
Bucket Trug, vinyl body waterproof lining - gardening, picnicing or fireside storage
Jolly Totes, vinyl body with high coloured cotton/wool lining
Work Totes, black ground fabric with velvet contrast spots, zipped tablet pocket, removable shoulder strap
Micro Bags just big enough for essentials, secure pocket removable cross body strap
Bottle Bucket, straps safely attached to bicycle
Bottle Bucket, fabric and leather outer shell, cotton lining and adjustable collar - size for one wine bottle or 2 cans
Minimise damage to handbags caused by 'sitting' on its bottom by storing it on one of my 'handbag hangers': lovingly hand crafted in wood, wrapped in luxurious English cotton velvet or Yorkshire wool. Paired with my cotton 'dust bags', your handbag will be safe & snuggly stored in comfort
Lovingly hand made by me using super soft, bright coloured leather with contrasting coloured silk ties to create these delightful tasselled key fobs
When not out and about, slip your handbag inside these soft, all cotton dust bags. Use the drawstrings to snuggly envelop your handbag around a 'handbag hanger' and in just a few seconds your bag will be safe in a dust and UV free environment
I’ve brought together the best of my teaching experience in workshops that balance having fun with learning new skills
I host them in my bright and sunny workshop/studio
I can comfortably accommodate 2 people each making an unlined tote bag using one of my templates
There is free on-site parking
A 2 person workshop duration is 6 hours at
I’ve brought together the best of my teaching experience in workshops that balance having fun with learning new skills
I host them in my bright and sunny workshop/studio
I can comfortably accommodate 2 people each making an unlined tote bag using one of my templates
There is free on-site parking
A 2 person workshop duration is 6 hours at £95 per person. All leather/fabric is charged by the kilo weight
All tools, polishes, sealants and cutting templates needed during any workshop
are available for your use.
I have heavy duty and industrial sewing machines available to use under supervision, or bring along your own sewing machine if you prefer
I provide aprons, eye protectors and gloves if needed
A pack of details for the day will be provided on booking
In response to demand I'm hosting either 1 to 1 or 1 to 2 person weekend teaching sessions this spring
1 to 1 sessions are £ 170 starting at 10am to 4pm plus all leather/fabric is charged by the kilo weight
Also
If like Clair, here modelling her new bag you have a bag that you'd like to design and make, send me an image and I'll estimate ho
In response to demand I'm hosting either 1 to 1 or 1 to 2 person weekend teaching sessions this spring
1 to 1 sessions are £ 170 starting at 10am to 4pm plus all leather/fabric is charged by the kilo weight
Also
If like Clair, here modelling her new bag you have a bag that you'd like to design and make, send me an image and I'll estimate how many sessions you might need to book.
Contact me for details and to book email hello@nap2.co.uk