Our story
A mark you can feel
Signature Mark is the studio of Vanessa Sizya, a Tanzanian textile designer based in Iver, Buckinghamshire, making bags, wall art and gifts from African print fabric. We post across the UK and make pieces for customers in Iver, Slough, Uxbridge, West London and beyond.
Every piece is cut and stitched by hand. Because each length of fabric is different, no two bags or panels ever come out quite the same. That is the point. We want you to own something that feels like yours.
Our name says it all. A signature is personal. It says this is me. Whether it is your initials stitched into canvas, your dog embroidered on a tote, or a print chosen because it reminds you of home, every piece carries a mark of the person it was made for.
Make your mark with Signature Mark.
The story behind Signature Mark
Signature Mark was born from a love of African textiles, storytelling and the beauty of self expression.
"Growing up with roots in Tanzania, I was inspired by the rich heritage of African textiles, where every fabric, pattern and colour carries its own story. I was drawn to the idea that something as simple as a piece of fabric could hold so much meaning, represent an experience or evoke a treasured memory. That inspiration became the foundation of Signature Mark.
The name represents the belief that every piece should leave its own signature mark on someone's life. Whether inspired by a favourite experience, a special person, a cherished memory or simply a love for colour, I wanted to create pieces that feel personal and meaningful to the people who own them.
My love for vibrant colours, bold prints and African inspired patterns is also a reflection of my personality. They have always been a way for me to express myself, embrace creativity and find joy in the things I love.
Through Signature Mark, I hope to share that same joy with others. From home furnishings to everyday accessories and fashion, each creation is an opportunity to celebrate individuality, tell a story and bring a little more colour into someone's world. Because trends may come and go, but the memories we make stay with us." Vanessa
Good memories can never be erased.
What we stand for
Made slowly, made well
Handmade
Cut, stitched and finished by hand, never mass produced.
Heritage
Celebrating the colour and meaning of African textiles.
Personal
Pieces made around your name, your pet and your story.
Considered
Made to order, so nothing is wasted on stock nobody wants.