About 277Designs

277Designs was founded by a retired firefighter - my husband- who turned to sewing as a way to cope with career-ending back pain and remain connected to the fire service. What began as making masks for the community during the COVID-19 pandemic quickly grew into a passion for creating meaningful, handcrafted pieces.

Today, we specialize in one-of-a-kind bags and accessories made from authentic decommissioned firefighter gear sourced from real departments. Every item is handmade, hand-cut, and made to order—no two pieces are ever the same. Each bag carries the marks of service and tells its own story.

Have your own retired fire gear? We also create custom pieces using your personal gear, transforming it into a lasting keepsake that honors your service and memories.

Our mission is to honor firefighters and first responders by giving retired gear a second life—creating durable, purposeful pieces built to last.

Thank you for supporting a small, family-run business rooted in service and craftsmanship.