Our Story

I founded Stitch Ups in 2001 as an outlet to share my original designs in hand-crafted textile and fiber products.

My creations range from purses, tote bags, and backpacks, to market bags, socks, and finger-less mittens. All purses and bags are my own design and are made from custom quilted fabrics. My fiber products are knitted from custom hand-dyed yarns.

Where It All Began

My love of sewing and knitting started when I was a young girl in Japan. My grandmother was a seamstress specializing in hand-sewed Japanese kimonos. Because of her, I learned how to create my own fabric designs, and gained a love for seeing the finished product brought into reality.

After moving to New York, I've also had the opportunity to attend a number of fabric and fiber symposiums in Salem, Massachusetts and Williamsburg, Virginia, where I learned from specialists in my field. All of these experiences culminated into the foundation of Stitch Ups that you see today.

The Craft

Every bag starts with selecting the perfect fabric. I source custom quilted fabrics made to my specifications — each pattern is chosen for how it will look when shaped into a finished piece. The quilting gives each bag structure and durability while keeping it lightweight.

My hand-dyed yarns come from Fleece Artists, and I use them to knit market bags, cup cozies, socks, and fingerless mittens. Each skein produces unique colorways that make every finished piece one of a kind.

See Us in Person

I attend craft fairs and fiber festivals throughout the Northeast from May through November. It's my favorite way to connect with customers and share my work. Check our event schedule to find a show near you.

Thank you for supporting handmade — whether you shop online or visit us at a show, you're part of our story.