I was a girl scout. "Always be prepared" was my childhood motto and I continue to live it out in my daily life. I leave the house with tissues, many pens, water bottles, snacks...an endless list. Hauling these necessities presented a challenge. Constantly switching bags and arriving at a destination without my first aid kit was becoming a daily occurrence. Feeling frustrated, I began making large carry-all totes and crossbody bags to corral my essentials while using sustainably sourced leather.