The idea began when planning a family trip to our beloved Cornwall. When packing for a family of four and the uncertainty of the British weather, you literally need to pack everything but the kitchen sink! So I stitched together a few really large bags with no closings, perfect for stacking clothes, piling high shoes and stashing toys and games.

Back in London, back to the school run. That dreary Monday I collected four children and dropped them to ballet – that’s four backpacks, four ballet kits and four lunchboxes all thrown at me whilst the kids scooted. It was a nightmare. The following week, I brought my big bag, problem solved.

At the School gates parents asked where I was getting these magical bags, so I quickly started making and selling them to local families. The demand soon got too much for me to handle alone, so I looked for some help from professionals.