Nancy Newman

ABOUT THE ARTIST

My life has been about ‘women’s work’ - sewing, designing patterns and textile prints, weaving, designing, and dyeing.  I started this journey in earnest when I ran my own children’s clothing company, selling wholesale, and through my own store in Toronto. 

After many courses in pattern drafting and retail management, I went back to school full-time and graduated from the Textile Studio at Sheridan College of Art and Design in Oakville.  I then set up a weaving studio and wove silk shawls and kimonos for more than a decade.

From my studio in Uxbridge, Ontario, I now create bags from my own original designs.  Conscious of the environment, I use only pure cotton, waxed with food grade paraffin wax, and leather, all of which are bio degradable.

I take great pride in my work, and each unique product is lovingly handmade with attention to detail and style.  Straight seams, even stitching, and sturdy construction create a finished product that not only looks good, but will last.

Watch Nancy Adding Straps to a Purse