About Me

Teagarden Satchels is a Made in Canada business which makes satchels, purses, and totes. Started in 2011, I aimed to create functional and efficient satchels that would provide a sense of delight to the owner. With a background in design (BFA '80), I believe that functionality and purpose are the first essentials in any bag or purse. (Form follows function.) From that point, I use beautiful fabrics to create a sense of visual pleasure.

To avoid further environmental damage, I follow the practice of "reduce, reuse, recycle." I set out to rescue fabric, the upholstery industry short ends, miss cuts and samples that were destined for landfills. They're all new, unused and excellent quality.

As a Whole Foods Plant-Based Vegan, I never use fabrics made from animals. Never!  

I make every effort to support local businesses for my materials and hardware where possible.  

I hope you enjoy using my bags as much as I enjoy making them.  

Cheers,
– Jane the Satcheler