Tillybugs

15/04/2025

I will be here again at the end of the month.

14/09/2024

Looks like the sun will be joining us at the pop up shop today. Will you?

31/08/2024

Tillybugs will be here tomorrow if you’re in the area. Maybe combine it with a walk on Teversal trail, Silverhill or Pleasley pit and a visit to the craft fair and cafe.

Our next Craft Fair is sunday 1st September .
Come and support local crafters 10-2

Still some availability for sellers
To book click
https://buytickets.at/teversalvisitorscentre

17/08/2024

The photos aren’t great but I couldn’t wait to share the latest bag I’ve made. The outside is made from 3 different upholstery fabrics and has a double slip pocket on the front. There’s a recessed zipper and a flap with a magnetic snap to secure the main bag and another double slip pocket inside. Getting ready for Baslow next weekend.

07/08/2024

Working on some sling bags. Monday was choosing the fabric combos and getting them and all the hardware needed prepared. Yesterday was all about cutting them out and getting organised. Today I get to start sewing them. Everything is lined up in sections and I’ve sewn the first pieces together to help me remember which waterproof canvas I’ve matched with which print. Time for a coffee before I dive back in. I’m hoping to get half of them finished by the weekend.

06/08/2024

A coordinated set of water bottle bag, cross body sling and lip balm holder.

29/07/2024

Many new dates upcoming be sure to come along and join in

Foxgloves and lilies 💐

29/07/2024

Evolution of a bag.
In this case it started with a style and a colour palette. The outside was being made using upholstery samples and a denim pocket like a previous bag would be nice. Things changed along the journey as they tend to. To begin with I used a zigzag stitch on the joins but I wasn’t happy with the finished look so out came the seam ripper and a lot of coffee. I’m glad I did go for a top stitch instead though. I went in a few local charity shops and managed to find a pair of green jeans so that was the denim pocket sorted. I also used one of the legs to add a band across the top and an inner facing and a belt loop turned into a strap for the internal keyring holder. All in, I’m happy with how it turned out and I hope the recipient will be happy as well.

22/07/2024

Recycled can be unique. This structured tote was made using sample swatches kindly donated by Soft Options Interiors at Dronfield and parts of jeans from a charity shop. Finished with matching handles, a full size zippered pocket in the lining and a clip to secure your keys its both stylish and practical.

06/07/2024

The sun's out at the Barley Mow Wingerworth