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HANDMADE BAGS BLOG

Here we talk about all things handmade – we love sewing handmade bags, purses, clutches, coin purses, makeup bags, wristlets and baby bibs. We're always finding new fabrics and playing with new designs. Make sure to stay tuned here to learn more about what we do, where we're from (New York!) and find out about our latest favorite handmade accessories.

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    • Apr 18, 2019

Handmade Bags, Baby Bibs and Accessories - Meet 144 Collection


Handmade Bags, Baby Bibs and Accessories - multi dot greenlee bag

Last month, I decided to take the meet the makers challenge given by Joanne Hawker on Instagram. I honestly did not think I would be able to stick through the month-long challenge. As I posted every day, it gave me a chance to talk about my successes, failures and how I started this handmade life. It has been far from easy but definitely worth every stress filled moment. I thought it would great to share those stories here and bit more about who we are.

Handmade Bags, Baby Bibs and Accessories - Meet 144 Collection - Lesia Griffin

Handmade Bags, Baby Bibs and Accessories - Meet 144 Collection - Sewing Work Space

My Sewing Work Space

Hello, I am Lesia (pronounced Lisa) Griffin I design, sew, create, photograph, blog, etc. for 144 Collection. I was born, raised and live in New York City (Queens to be exact). I started sewing years ago to help me de-stress from my day job. I had no idea that I would love it as much I did. I was drawn in by the fact that I could make unique one-of-a-kind pieces that no one else had. I could also make bags the exact way that I wanted to with things like extra pockets or certain fabrics. The possibilities are endless when you’re sewing. The name 144 Collection came from my address where I first started sewing (as did our logo). The original collection started in 2006 with five handbags and 2 wristlets (see below). It has grown from handbags and wristlets to leather makeup bags, crossbody bags, baby accessories and even quilts.

Handmade Bags, Baby Bibs and Accessories - Meet 144 Collection - Black Damask Shoulder Bag

The GreenLee Bag

Handmade Bags, Baby Bibs and Accessories - Meet 144 Collection - Pink and Brown Floral Tote Bag

The Jessica Bag

Handmade Bags, Baby Bibs and Accessories - Meet 144 Collection - urban chic valerie hobo bag

The Valerie Hobo Bag

Handmade Bags, Baby Bibs and Accessories - Meet 144 Collection - fashion girls ali bag

The Ali Bag

Handmade Bags, Baby Bibs and Accessories - Meet 144 Collection - mod faces tracy tote bag

The Tracy Tote Bag