Hey, I'm Juliette!
I founded Juliette Rose Designs after finding a box of old leatherworking tools and leather hides in my father-in-law's barn. Serendipidous? Maybe. What followed was a serious trial and error period, teaching myself how to design and sew. . . in so many fits and starts! But ultimately I kept going until I was able to make something I was proud of.
Inspired by the raw natural beauty of minimally processed vegetable tanned leather, I design timeless, minimalist bags and accessories that will only get better with time. I strive to use only the most premium materials, to handcraft bags that will last you a lifetime, and be easy on the planet, too.
Each piece is handcrafted by me in my home studio in Vermont.
Believe it or not, this was my first sewing machine! I pulled this machine out of storage in my in-law's barn, had it rehabbed, and set to work! After spending more time fixing it than sewing, I decided it was finally time to upgrade :)
I have since upgraded to my beloved Juki machine, as well as many other modern-day machines that assist with efficient production to give you the best possible forever-bag.