Handmade Scottish Bags & Scarves Designed & Made in Scotland by Julia Cunningham
Welcome to Julia Cunningham - where you'll find handmade bags, scarves and accessories, designed and made by me in my Garden Studio in the Scottish Borders. These are for women who love a little colour and individuality they will show off your creative side and make life just a little bit more fun.
Unique bags to make you smile everyday
I give beautiful vintage tweeds and tartans a new lease of life, creating unique bags from fabrics that might otherwise have gone to waste. Each piece has its own story - and once it’s gone, that fabric may never come around again. Inspired by the Scottish landscape and textile Heritage. Practical bags that are colourful, fun and a joy to use.
Shop your bag style
Backpacks and Rucksack Handbags days out, shopping, walks by the river, hands free
Purses and storage pouches keep everything organised and safe with little bags of Colour
Handbags and Clutch bags special events, evenings out, lunch with friends, statement bags
Woolly Scarves keep warm, add colour to an outfit with texture and style
Shoulder and Cross body bags work, everyday, shopping, practical and hands free styles
Scottish Gifts and accessories Frumpy Fairies, Cannie men, corsages, brooches, keyrings, wreaths and kits
Fresh from Julia's Studio
I have had some fun recently working with some different fabrics I could not resist, including this Snorkeling fish printed cotton. In fact I also re-introduced this style of bag known as the wee Fantoosh. I hadn’t made it for quite some time and it really is very cute.
Find out what else is new and happening in the studio here
Or catch up on one of my blog posts in my Studio Journal
Diary Dates and Events
St Boswells Christmas shopping evening - 12th Nov 2026 6-8 pm you will find me in the Lynn Rodgie Gallery
Art and design Fair- Springwood Park in Kelso 21st-22nd November 26
Christmas Fair, St Boswells Village hall 28th November 2026 10-3
If you cant make the events and would like a private viewing of any of my bags you can contact me here
“Who is the woman holding the bag?” pt.2
Meet Lynn Rodgie- artist
What makes Julia Cunningham Bags Different?
Designed and handmade by me in my studio in St Boswells. Everything!
Beautiful British textiles, including Scottish and English tweeds and tartans and other found fabrics I couldn’t resist
Individual designs with practical details, made to be used, loved and enjoyed.
Find our more about me and my story and 20 years of making
Not sure what bag is right for you?
Choosing a bag involves more than finding a fabric you love. Think about size, strap length, comfort, occasion and how you plan to use it. We all need a bit of advice sometimes.
Pop over and have a read at my Buying Guides for some simple practical advice
Lovely Bags, Lovely Customers
“Julia thanks so so much I absolutely love my new bag and scarf to match”
Have a read at your pictures and reviews to see what others think
And remember to leave your reviews too they mean a lot to a small independent maker.
You can leave them on my website, Google reviews and Trustpilot.
My Gorgeous Bag has arrived safe and well its absolutely perfect, beautiful and I LOVE IT x What a talented lady you are. I admire the hard work and professionalism so much that you put into your stunning bags. Think I have a new addiction. Beautifully packed and the lovely card inside just made everything so special. THANK YOU SO MUCH
Its me Julia Cunningham
I'm Julia, a designer and maker based in the Scottish Borders. I've been designing and making bags since 2006 thats 20 years of experience combining my love of textiles, colour and practical design. It has been quite a journey and I know there is a lot more to come.
Every bag starts with fabric I love and an idea I'd like to bring to life.
Join me in my studio as I transform scrap fabric into a handmade designer bag
Join me in my studio as I transform scrap fabric into unique handmade designer bags.
A wee Note
I hope you can find what you are looking for, if you can’t or are looking for a bespoke bag or commission then just message me.
I also do wholesale so again please get in touch for a price list and to discuss what your looking for.