find cross-stitching very therapeutic and have stitched for many years, always taking a project with me wherever I go. I tired of keeping my work in plastic pockets and carrier bags as the dust they attract kept making my projects dirty. After unsuccessfully looking for something to meet my needs I decided to design my own.

Sew Necessary totes come in various shapes and sizes and, while they were designed to answer the needs of a cross-stitcher, they are now used across the world for various crafts and projects from embroidery to beading to card making and even as a letter writing kit!

Every item you find here is hand made by myself - these products are definitely "Made in England".

Whatever your interest I am sure you will find something here to meet your needs or entertain idle hands.

Mel Bradley.