Our Story

Every item in our shop is handcrafted with care by real people who pour their hearts into every stitch. Our main artisan is Julie, whose talent and dedication bring each piece to life. We are also supported by a generous circle of friends who donate their own handmade creations for Julie to sell — making Nini's Purse truly a labor of love from an entire community.

Why We Started

Nini's Purse was founded with one simple, powerful purpose: to build a future for Julie. As a young woman on the autism spectrum, Julie has an extraordinary gift for crochet — and this shop is her platform to share that gift with the world while building independence and opportunity for herself.

Every purchase you make directly supports Julie's future. When you bring one of our handmade pieces into your home, you're not just buying something beautiful — you're investing in a dream.

Handmade in the USA

All of our items are made by hand in the United States using quality materials. Because each piece is crocheted individually, no two are exactly alike — making every item a one-of-a-kind treasure.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for supporting handmade. And thank you for being part of Julie's story. 💛

— Kathy (Nini)