Find Your New Favourite Handcrafted Leather Bag.
Express yourself with unique, colourful, and multi-functional bags handmade by Anita on Gabriola Island, Canada.
Ready for Every Adventure
The bags and purses our customers love most.
WELCOME TO ANITA JACKEL LEATHER DESIGN
“Buy less, choose well, make it last.”
~ Vivienne Westwood
Hi, I'm Anita - adventurer, nature lover, traveller, and free spirit.
As a curious little girl, I snuck into the grounds of the tannery in my hometown of Hailer, Germany. I loved the smell and feel of the soft leather and would collect small scraps from the dump site. It was not safe for kids to go through that waste, though, and one day I was caught by the factory owner.
I knew I had done something I wasn't supposed to. The factory owner knew my parents and was influential in my small town. Calling me into the office, she asked what I was looking for. I answered her honestly: "I just like to use the leather scraps to make small change purses."
Impressed with my answer, she gave me a valuable piece of good-quality leather under one condition: "Do not go back into the dump site, but show me what you've done with it."
I never found the courage to return to the tannery, but I was grateful for the chance to continue playing with something that brought me so much joy. I have spent my life cutting, sewing, and transforming pieces of leather just like that one into purses big and small.
As the founder of Anita Jackel Leather Design, I create unique leather bags and purses to take you on your life's adventures.
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Why I Think You’ll Love It
Buttery-Soft Leather
Crafted from top grain leather that feels incredibly soft from day one and develops a beautiful patina as it ages.
Handcrafted In My Studio
Each bag is made from scratch inside my Gabriola Island studio, bringing decades of leather craftsmanship to every piece.
Designed for Everyday Life
Your bag should fit your active lifestyle. All bags are durable, certain styles are multi-functional and multi look bags that make them versatile and a joy to use.
The Love Is In The Details
Customize your bag’s leather colours to fit your own personal style, and connect to nature with my signature rock closure.
Make Your Bag One-Of-A-Kind.
- You've got your own style.
- You like to express yourself.
- You want your bag to outlast and outshine any short lived trend.
Stand out in the crowd with unique, handcrafted leather bags, purses, and wallets. I am passionate about creating multipurpose, personal, and comfortable soft leather bags and purses for you - with love.
Find the perfect purse for your lifestyle and body type. My unusual and versatile designs are custom made in your favourite colours.
Protect The Leather
Natural Conditioner for Protecting and Waterproofing Leather
This complete leather care product smells amazing as it works wonders to protect and waterproof all leathers.
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Handmade in Canada
Every bag is individually handcrafted in my studio on Gabriola Island, British Columbia. No factories, no mass production, just thoughtful craftsmanship from start to finish.
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Premium Leather
I work with high-quality genuine leather chosen for its softness, strength, and natural character. Over time, the leather develops a rich patina that makes your bag uniquely yours.
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Designed to Last
These bags are made for real life. Durable stitching, strong hardware, and timeless design ensure your bag will stay with you for years.
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Got a Question?
Need help with your order or have a question about one of our products? Please get in touch with our support team:
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All bags are designed and handcrafted by Anita in her studio on Gabriola Island, British Columbia, Canada.
Yes. Many bags can be customized with different leather colours. Simply include your colour preferences in the Notes section at checkout.
Each bag is handmade, so processing times may vary. Once your order ships, you will receive tracking information.
Yes, we ship worldwide. Shipping options and delivery times are shown at checkout. Please email
anitajackelleatherdesign@gmail.com for shipping arrangements and cost.
Condition your bag occasionally with a Super VII Leather Balm to keep the leather soft and protected.
Genuine leather may show natural markings that reflect the life of the animal. These variations are normal and make every bag unique.
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Super VII leather balm made my purse look new again!
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