RepoLadyWallace Commission

Here are the full view shots of my latest briefcase. The commissioner wanted it to be able to be used as a backpack, like I do with my bag. Also, I was given the opportunity to try lining a bag for the first time, and I'm quite pleased with how it came out. The third thing worth mentioning is that I changed some of the style-lines so that it's not the same simple shape that my other briefcases have been. So the front flap, the side pockets, etc. have been shaped a bit different so as to add interest and a bit of an industrial punk flair.

It has two main compartments on the inside, one 3" deep and the other 5" deep and the smaller one also have 5 pockets for pencils and what not. There are the two side pockets with lids as well as a back document pocket for papers, magazines and the lot. The straps on front can either all be used at the same time for security or the two spare straps can be held out of the way while the only necessary strap is used. I made two shoulder straps for it, so it can be carried either over a shoulder with one strap or more balanced like a backpack with two.

Dimensions are 12"T x 15"W. The outer leather is Tandy's "stoned oil" cowhide (4-4.5 oz) and the liner is pig suede. I'm rather quite pleased with the weight and workability of that black leather, it's the first time I've used that particular leather of theirs and I will definitely use it again.