WATERSHIP DOWN CRAFTS

Handmade products that are both beautiful and eco-friendly. From Makeup Bags, Tote Bags, to Embroidered Cushions and Book Covers, each item is hand crafted with care and a commitment to sustainability.

Designer Tote Bags for Women

An exquisite range of individually designed Tote and shoulder bags, where fashion meets sustainability

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Let customers speak for us

from 16 reviews
Gorgeous bag

I've been receiving a lot of compliments for my bag! It's beautifully made, very professional and personal. Thanks!

Danielle F.
Sunflower Embroidered Handmade Crossbody Bag

Fantastic product
Really pleased

Sandra
Dog Breed Cushions - Decorative Cotton Throw Pillows with Appliquéd Dog Designs
Exquisitely sewn crafts

Debbie is such a lovely creative person making exquisitely sewn crafts ethically sourced I'm blown away by my 6 bags for me and special gifts 2 more on order !

Mary
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Top Quality Items

Debbie made a bespoke dog coat and lead sleeve for my dog who works in schools. She was amazing, using some very vague measurements from me to make top quality items. Thank you Debbie.

Ian
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Beautifully sewn

I highly recommend Debbie’s handmade items. They are beautifully sewn and look so neat and professional. I purchased some gifts for family members who were really pleased with them and loved them.

Charlotte
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Amazing Small Business

Amazing small business. Great quality and communication. Will definitely be purchasing more in the near future !

Chance
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Georgeous!

I bought several beautiful bags from Watership Down Crafts. The quality of the material was lovely and they were so well sewn and embroidered. I can't wait for spring to use my new sunflower handbag! Gorgeous!

Danielle
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All lovingly handmade

Debbie has a great selection of items, all lovingly handmade! I have a gorgeous notebook cover, really great quality!

Sophie
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Top Quality Items.

A lovely small business with beautifully hand crafted, top quality items.

Charlotte
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Very helpful business owner

Very helpful business owner. Designed a bag to meet my specific requirements. Beautifully made and eco conscious to boot! Has some wonderful items for sale. Thoroughly recommend

Karen
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Highly Recommend

Have had many personalised items made for me and they have all been so lovely. Excellent quality and detail and all so reasonably priced. Would highly recommend.

Karen
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Top quality embroidered cushions

Debbie embroidered me some top quality handmade Border Collie cushions that now have pride of place in my caravan. Thank You.

Mike
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Excellent Quality

I love the set of hand made embroidered cushions I had commissioned, they are excellent quality and very durable

Linda
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I will definitely buy more

Debbie made me some wonderful handmade cushions covers for my wife and she loves them. Will definitely buy more from her. Thank you.

Dan
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Beautiful and exceptionally made items.

Beautiful and exceptionally made items. Every item I’ve had from Watership down crafts has been made to the highest standards and stood the test of time. Debbie pays so much attention to every detail of her creations, I highly recommend her pieces.

Kate
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Cushions and Cushion Covers

Add warmth and character to your home with our collection of cushions and fabric covers. Made in small batches using rescued or repurposed materials, each piece is thoughtfully crafted to combine comfort, quality, and a more mindful approach to design. No two are exactly alike – once a fabric is gone, it won’t be repeated.

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Notebook Covers

Our embroidered A5 notebook covers are designed to fit diaries, sketchbooks, and photo albums, adding a unique and reusable touch to your stationery. Made in the UK from repurposed upholstery fabrics and rescued swatch samples, each cover blends quality with character. Some designs can be personalised with a name or initials, making them a thoughtful gift or keepsake. Made in small batches with a focus on reducing waste, these covers combine creativity and care in every stitch.

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Handmade Gifts

handmade Embroidered Notebook Cover - Rabbit & Poppies

Tote Bags & Tenacity – The Book by Debbie Palmer

What actually happens when you start a handmade business at 60 with... 

Tote Bags & Tenacity – The Book by Debbie Palmer

Customers Favorite Collections

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Crafting Chatter From the Blog!

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  • Aztec-style geometric tote bag with tan handles and base, placed on a weathered wooden bench in a colourful flower garden, with bees hovering nearby.

    Bags Like Longchamp: Stylish Alternatives Worth...

    Debbie Palmer

    Want a stylish, practical alternative to the Longchamp Le Pliage? Discover unique, handmade tote bags with zip closures, rescued fabrics, and British craftsmanship—all with timeless appeal and everyday functionality.

    Bags Like Longchamp: Stylish Alternatives Worth...

    Debbie Palmer

    Want a stylish, practical alternative to the Longchamp Le Pliage? Discover unique, handmade tote bags with zip closures, rescued fabrics, and British craftsmanship—all with timeless appeal and everyday functionality.

  • Floral tote bag by Watership Down Crafts with everyday essentials like phone, wallet, and keys visible in the open pocket — showcasing practical UK-made design.

    Watership Down Crafts vs LL Bean Tote Bag: The ...

    Debbie Palmer

    Looking for a UK-made alternative to the LL Bean tote bag? Watership Down Crafts offers one-of-a-kind, sustainable totes with zip tops and pockets — no import fees or delays.

    Watership Down Crafts vs LL Bean Tote Bag: The ...

    Debbie Palmer

    Looking for a UK-made alternative to the LL Bean tote bag? Watership Down Crafts offers one-of-a-kind, sustainable totes with zip tops and pockets — no import fees or delays.

  • What Writing a Book Taught Me About Handmade Business (and Myself)

    What Writing a Book Taught Me About Handmade Bu...

    Debbie Palmer

    Writing Tote Bags & Tenacity made me reflect on the messy, meaningful parts of building a handmade business—what I’ve learned, what I’ve unlearned, and what’s somehow still unfolding.

    What Writing a Book Taught Me About Handmade Bu...

    Debbie Palmer

    Writing Tote Bags & Tenacity made me reflect on the messy, meaningful parts of building a handmade business—what I’ve learned, what I’ve unlearned, and what’s somehow still unfolding.

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