There is such an overwhelming range of school bags available on the market, that it’s almost impossible at first glance to tell which would be the most suitable for the rough and tumble of school (or college) life.  But help is at hand, for here we explain why a leather backpack more than fits the purpose intended!

• Make no mistake; a humble backpack is usually the best choice for a school bag, no matter what, due to the way it’s carried.  Backpacks allow even weight distribution across both shoulders, making a heavier bag easier on the shoulders and back – ideal for growing bones and joints!
• By its nature, leather is a very durable material, so it can more easily bear the wear and tear, thrills and spills of school life.  It is water resistant, easily wipeable and without ‘threads’ which can be susceptible to rips due to catching and snagging (a lot of fabric backpacks are prone to this).  Additional sprays can be purchased to treat the leather with, to help it maintain its durable qualities and looks for longer.
• Because it’s a hard material to sew, attachments such as straps and buckles demand a high level of ‘industrial’ sewing to firmly attach them.  As a result, they tend to be very well sewn in and are less likely to spontaneously detach than those of their fabric counterparts.
• The more it is used, the more supple leather can grow over time, so once the child has got used to wearing a leather backpack over a period of time, it can become incredibly comfortable, as it will not have a rigid shape that will dig into the child!
• Despite the rise in vegetarianism, leather remains a popular material for clothing, shoes and accessories and these items are now freely available in mainstream, as well as specialist stores, so the cost of genuine leather items is now also far more reasonable than you might expect.  A fashionable leather backpack can be just as readily bought and for a similar cost to a run of the mill school bag or sports logo backpack.
• The color choice of leather backpacks is far more varied now than ever before!  Kids love to have choice and with a girls leather backpack now being available in colors such as red, yellow and purple, so you should have no problem fitting in with any school color requirements or fashion demands from the kids – it is actually possible to find a pink leather backpack!
• As well as standard pocket backpacks, popular leather ranges also include laptop backpacks.  As above, with the resilient nature of the material, plus the sturdy nature of seams and straps, a leather laptop backpack offers many advantages for the safe-keeping and transportation of a laptop – a real bonus not just for college kids, but if you commute to work and want a stylish, back-friendly but reliable means of carrying your laptop with you.

Plenty of reasons, then, why a leather backpack could be the ideal choice as an alternative and  fashionable school bag for your kids – and because it’s so hardwearing, it’s also one which could save you money in the long run!

The leather backpack is a fairly new innovation in outdoor wear and backpacks. It has grown out of the continued growth of the fashion sector, and the need for diverse and modern products to suit consumer demand. Accessories have, in recent years, become as important as the clothes and wear that they accompany, and are required to incorporate style, convenience and durability all within a compact and lightweight package.

The leather backpack is one of the best products of this type. These backpacks contain all the multifarious properties of leather in neat, contemporary designs, and possess the durability required for outside use. Supple and lightweight, they are convenient to carry as they are not single strapped bags that place unnecessary strain on the shoulders or back, and of course they come with the aesthetic appeal  unique to leather products.

Leather Backpacks For Laptops and Computer Accessories

The advent of laptops have meant that more and more people are able to work from home or on the move. The leather laptop backpack enables the laptop to be transported easily from one place to another, but with a certain level of style. There are designs to suit both professional and casual use, and can accessorize many different styles of clothing and appearance. The leather material allows heat to escape from the bearers back and reduce perspiration and discomfort, and its straps are generally padded to protect the shoulders from pain or skin irritation. Many designs are also equipped with a great deal of space and capacity built into a compact, lightweight space.

A leather computer backpack consists of many of the same design traits, but generally offer a little more space for computer and hard-drive accessories. The computer backpacks will traditionally incorporate a laptop compartment, and also include the addition of a top carry handle to enable it to be held in a similar manner to a briefcase or luggage. Again, they are produced in many different styles and colors, from black and dark brown to specialist full grain LeDonne leather. Leather laptop and computer backpacks are available for both male and female consumers, and also with different surface finishes. These vary from polished, smooth exteriors to more weather-beaten and distressed external surfaces. Considering the durability and long-lasting nature of leather, these models are also reasonably priced amongst suppliers and often marketed as bags for life.

Designer Leather Backpacks And Function

For the more discerning and fashion conscious of people, the designer leather backpack makes a statement in both functionality and style. These products are not only more luxurious in design and their look, but even more durable and longer lasting than the standard leather backpack range. In order to justify their inflated cost to the consumer (upwards of $400 in some instances), they offer the best combination of style, convenience and strength available on the market. The design of these backpacks are generally a little more diverse and trend driven, which makes them more suitable to accompany designer clothes and outfits.

Leather is a tough fabric that can take a lot of punishment. That does not mean it is invulnerable, however, and it will tear under the right circumstances. The easiest way to repair leather is to sew it. There are no super-special techniques to sewing leather, but there is a certain skill to it and you have to treat the leather with respect. It was once part of a living creature, after all, and therefore it is different from most fabrics. Also, there is no need to sew it by hand – you can use a sewing machine, which makes it a lot easier.

You will need to use a leather needle instead of a regular needle. Due to leather being so durable, it will snap a regular needle in two. Using a leather needle will prevent this problem. For the thread, use polyester in the dye of your choice. Cotton is too weak to hold leather together. You will also need two-sided leather tape, a rotary cutter, and a leather presser foot; again, for reasons of strength, ordinary materials just will not do.

Remember, you cannot rip out sections you didn’t sew well. This can make it hard to repair leather. It might be better to practice on a cotton sample of the area you want to repair. This way you will get a better idea of the manuevers to use when you repair the actual leather. When you sew up torn leather, take the cotton practice sample and lay it over the leather so you can get an even clearer idea of how to sew it. It is important to make it as clear as possible to yourself because you probably will not be able to undo any mistakes. You can even mark the pattern on the leather with chalk if you feel comfortable doing that.

When sewing, use a long stitch. Using a short stitch will create a perforating effect that will actually render the leather more vulnerable to tearing. If your machine skips a stitch, go back later and do the missing stitch by hand using your leather needle.