Satchels are the new 'it' bag

Featured on Woman's Hour recently, the traditional satchel has made a huge comeback. But now with the modern twist of being available in funky colours. If I had a pound for every time someone came into the shop and said 'I used to have one of those at school'......

So popular are they becoming that the suppliers are having trouble keeping up. Luckily, I have an order on its way and a few choice examples in the shop (Bolsita, 68 Micklegate, York, YO1 6LF).

We have the earthy alternative in the goat leather satchels, which have a fantastic look and are more relaxed than the stiff and formal traditional satchels. You can look at these at http://www.bolsitabags.co.uk/

Lithuanian bags now arrived!

After a great deal of google-translated emails and tumble weed conversations (as I don't speak Lithuanian and Martynas doesn't speak English) we have secured a fantastic line in handmade Lithuanian satchels and briefcases.

When they arrived (via a van driven all the way from Lithuania - I think the driver was a bit fed up as he didn't raise a smile at my attempts at 'Labas' - Hi) I couldn't believe the quality of them. The fittings are heavy and solid looking, the leather is thick but incredibly soft and pliable and inside they have every conceivable nook and cranny for pens, phones, mp3 players, diaries, cards etc. etc. I love them so much I may have 'borrowed' one to try out!

I've attached a picture here and there are a couple on the website, http://www.bolsitabags.co.uk/, so have a look - you'll see what I mean!