Bottega Conticelli “Isabelle” Felt & Leather Backpack—Handmade in Umbria, Italy

Bottega Conticelli is a tiny Umbrian workshop celebrated for its patch-work rocking horses and ultra-limited accessories. Each piece is cut, stitched, and edge-painted by hand in the atelier, then released in runs small enough to count on one hand. A sister tote in the same merino felt regularly retails for €380-430 ($450-500) and sells on the secondary market even when heavily loved. I highly recommend checking out their website and Instagram, where you can oogle finely-made leather goods like a €48k leather-wrapped Vespa! Why This One Stands Out: - Merino felt that feels like cashmere. Dense, pill-free and remarkably light. - Veg-tanned Tuscan leather trim along the zip panel, grab handle and back-strap yoke. - Adjustable cotton-web straps with saddle-stitched leather keeper; matte nickel hardware. - Signature stripes in contrasting pale grey felt—quietly reflective in low light. - Front flap pocket keeps phone or passport close at hand. - “Isabelle” rocking-horse label proves atelier origin; every bag carries a different name. Condition: immaculate. No pilling, stains or distortion; feels like a vacation purchase that sat in a closet. Care: Felt responds well to a quick lint-brush or a blast of compressed air; avoid heavy abrasion to keep the surface cloud-soft. Leather panel can be conditioned with a neutral cream once a year. Ships from a smoke-free, pet-friendly studio. Questions? Just ask—I’m quick to reply and love talking craftsmanship.