handmade with love and laughter

Random Facts About You?

I am also a samba dancer. I love to ski in New England. I could eat Thai curry every day. I have a shoe garden according to my husband.

What got you started crafting?

I have always made things since I was a child. I have been designing and making samba costumes for the past 7 years. Making bags seemed a good idea. Using the skills I have learned making costumes to make a beautiful item that is also practical.

What is your source of inspiration?

Carnival and glamour is my inspiration

What have you made recently?

A bespoke order forba client that wanted a bag to match her outfit colours.
Brown suede, gold lining with Kelly Green Rooster feathers and gold diamonte trim.

Where do you sell your crafts presently?

I sell direct to my clients through wedding fares, prom fares, my website and open studio where I work from.

Why are handmade crafts important to you?

It is important to me that my personality goes into my designs. I only do a few of each style so mass production is not practical. A lot of my orders are for clients that want an original design to match their outfit.

Find Me

Location
Truro, Cornwall, UK

Email Address
Emma Skilton

Personal Website
http://www.limitededitionbags.co.uk

Twitter
@sambacloggy

Facebook
http://facebook.com/limitededitionbags