About Nancy Stroop

Welcome!

I’m Nancy, a lifelong maker, designer, and creator based in sunny Queensland, Australia, where I live with my husband and youngest son.

My creative journey spans over 50 years. It all began with a passion for sewing my own clothes, which naturally expanded when I eventually had my first of six children and began stitching for them, too.

While sewing holds a special place in my heart—especially my venture into designing and crafting custom bags and purses since 2016—my creativity doesn’t stop there. I’m a self-taught maker who loves exploring a wide range of fiber arts and crafts, including:

 Crochet & Knitting: Designing and creating cozy garments, stylish tops, and accessories (complete with easy-to-follow PDF patterns available right here on the site!).

 Garment & Bag Design: Finding inspiration in everyday needs—whether it’s solving a practical problem for myself or crafting something special for someone else.

Finding the time to juggle it all can sometimes be a challenge, but that’s all part of the joy of a creative life!

I take immense pride in the pieces I create, and I’m always dreaming up something new. My online store is constantly growing, featuring everything from handmade handbags and purses to beautiful crochet and knitted items, plus digital PDF patterns so you can make your own versions at home.

Be sure to check back often to see what’s freshly added to the shop!

Cheers,

Nancy