Meet Lisa Maree: Creating Joy One Bag at a Time!

Meet Lisa Maree, a devoted wife and mother of three wonderful boys living in West Hartford, CT. A self-taught sewing enthusiast since 2012, Lisa's journey began quite serendipitously. On a hot summer day, while searching her attic for hand-me-down clothes for her children, she stumbled upon an unopened sewing machine that her husband, Paul, had gifted her for their one-year anniversary in 2003. Surprised and amused, she reflected on her past annoyance at receiving a sewing machine as a gift. Little did she know then how significant that "gift" would become!

That moment sparked an idea: “I can teach myself to sew!” Initially, Lisa aspired to create quilts, planning to name her quilt business "Nolie Swirls" after her youngest son, Nolan, with “Swirls” inspired by different ice cream flavors. While the details of that vision are not yet ready for the spotlight, there's a possibility it may come to life in the future.

A pivotal moment occurred one day while picking up her oldest son from kindergarten. Lisa noticed another mother carrying a stunning handmade bag and inquired about it. Discovering that the mom had crafted it herself ignited another “light bulb” moment for Lisa. From that point forward, she dedicated herself to making bags.

Reflecting on her early creations, Lisa chuckles at how far she has come. By 2014, this hobby evolved into a legitimate business. Initially named "Bags In Bloom," her brand featured a logo with three flowers representing her three boys. As her journey continued, Lisa Maree Designs emerged, marking a new chapter filled with possibilities.

Thank you for taking the time to learn about Lisa Maree Designs. For those who know Lisa, you understand her tendency to be a bit long-winded—it's all part of her charm!

We are thrilled to have you along for this exciting journey. Thank you for your support!