This summer, the Goodstart Jones team hit the road and took our handcrafted bags to We Out Here Festival — a celebration of music, art, and community unlike any other. Set in the lush countryside of Dorset, the festival brought together a mix of artists, makers, and free thinkers, all connected by a love for creativity and good energy.
Bringing Craft to the Field
As a small, independent brand, we’ve always believed in showing up where creativity lives — and We Out Here felt like the perfect space for that. We arrived as traders, setting up our stand filled with our signature handmade bags — including the Woodsack Collection, the Mini Merchant, and the Good Day Tote.
Each piece on display represented what we stand for: quality, function, and handmade craftsmanship. Every stitch told a story — a reminder that our bags are built to last, made right here in the UK, and designed with intention for artists, dreamers, and everyday explorers.
Connecting with Our Community
The heart of the festival wasn’t just in the music — it was in the conversations. We met incredible creatives, musicians, and fellow independent brands who share our values. Many visitors stopped by our stand to feel the materials, ask questions about our process, and hear the story behind each bag.
There was something special about seeing people connect with our work in person — recognising the detail, appreciating the design, and understanding that handmade means something real.
A Festival That Felt Like Home
We Out Here wasn’t just a marketplace — it was a creative ecosystem. The air was filled with live jazz, spoken word, and laughter, reminding us why we started Goodstart Jones in the first place: to create things that inspire and bring people together.
From morning coffee chats with neighbouring traders to the buzz of festival-goers discovering our products for the first time, every moment reaffirmed the importance of independent craft in today’s fast world.
Looking Ahead
We left We Out Here Festival inspired, grateful, and proud of what we do. For us, showing up as a brand isn’t just about selling bags — it’s about sharing a mindset: that slowing down, making with care, and choosing sustainable design is a lifestyle worth celebrating.
Thank you to everyone who visited our stall, shared kind words, or took home a Goodstart Jones piece. We can’t wait to see you at the next one.
Explore our full range of handmade bags at goodstartjones.com
— handmade in the UK, built to last.
