NOVICA Leather sling bag, 'Intrepid Traveler'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: Peruvian Artisan Patsy Chang crafts this sophisticated leather sling, featuring a rich chocolate hue that pairs with any style. Designed for convenience, it includes a main zipper compartment perfect for a tablet or small laptop with three interior pockets, plus a front zipper and two snap pockets for small items. For added comfort, the bag comes with an adjustable strap. Features a zipper closure|Adjustable strap(s)|Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly|Genuine leather may naturally show subtle marks, scratches or wrinkles|Clean with a soft, dry cloth|Professional leather clean onlyAbout our Artist: I was born in Lima on November 12, 1987, where we lived until I was three. Because of work, my parents went to Japan and left us with my maternal grandmother. At the age of five, I joined my parents in Japan, where I finished primary school and part of high school. I returned to Peru when I was 14, where I finished school, then studied fashion design. My father was a self-taught graphic artist and my mother, a social assistant. I became involved with leather work due to my father's influence, as he liked all things artisanal and crafted by hand. As time went by, I realized this is something I really enjoy. I actually began doing leather art as a . My mother tells me that I loved to draw. As I grew older, I explored all kinds of crafts, trying things I'd never done before. I made a stuffed rabbit, and a scarf. I'd help my father put things together, whether it was a piece of furniture or something around the house that needed fixing, like painting and upholstering a chair. Because he was self-taught, my father was constantly creating, doing all kinds of crazy things and I always

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• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Patsy Chang to craft this item
• Exceptional quality: Crafted with care to be treasured as a keepsake for many years to come
• Product details: Leather