ESKOLA School bag | olive wood

The ESKOLA is our school bag, made for the weight and rhythm of a full school day. Everything inside has its own designated place: heavy books sit close to the back, lunch box and water bottle have their own compartment, and there is an extra pocket in the front for little treasures. Weighing around 850 grams, the ESKOLA is pleasantly light, so that the walk to school remains comfortable even for small shoulders.

Aside from magnetic closures, thread, and straps, the ESKOLA is made from renewable raw materials: water-repellent organic cotton on the outside, wool felt on the inside, and vegetable-tanned leather on the edges and bottom, exactly where a school bag has to withstand the most during everyday school life. Our goal is to bring this proportion to 100%. Every ESKOLA is sewn in our studio in Berlin and is built to last throughout primary school and then be passed on to younger siblings in good condition. Nora originally designed it for her own daughter; today, it is our most well-known piece.

Dimensions: 30 × 17 × 36 cm
Weight: approx. 850 g
Volume: 17 liters

Interior

The interior is divided into three compartments. The rear compartment sits directly against the back, so the weight of books and notebooks is carried close to the body. This compartment is also made of water-repellent organic cotton and provides extra protection for notebooks and books. The main compartment has space for a pencil case, lunch box, and water bottle. In the front, there is a separate pocket for smaller items so that they are protected and easily retrieved. Inside the flap, there is a zippered pocket for personal items. A key hangs from the carabiner, and a webbing loop keeps the water bottle upright so that nothing tips over or spills.

Comfort and Visibility
The back panel and shoulder straps are padded, and the straps are adjustable in length. This ensures the ESKOLA sits comfortably throughout the entire school day. Reflective piping on the edges and on the leather trim at the front ensures that your child is clearly visible on dark winter mornings and afternoons.

Closure
The magnetic FIDLOCK closures open with a simple downward pull and snap shut almost by themselves when closing. Even small hands can manage this without any help. Chest strap The ESKOLA sits so well on the back that most children do not need a chest strap. If you would still like one, you can simply order it, and we will sew it directly onto the bag.

Organic Cotton
The organic cotton is a triple-twisted Panama weave, woven and dyed in Germany and Italy. Originally, this fabric was developed for workwear. It is correspondingly robust and abrasion-resistant, yet feels pleasantly soft. It is impregnated with a PFC-free C0 finish that makes rain bead off and requires no harmful chemicals. It is made for everything that a school day brings with it. Care: It is best to brush off loose dirt dry first. You can also simply shake out dust, just like a pillow. Small stains can usually be removed with a slightly damp microfiber cloth, ideally without any soap. For a more thorough cleaning, work a little mild soapy water (a mild shampoo or wool detergent works well) into the fabric with a soft brush and then wipe with clean water. This ensures no soap residue remains in the fabric, which could otherwise leave marks. Dab the bag dry with a towel and let it air dry, away from heaters and direct heat.

Wool Felt
The inner lining is wool felt from Italy, made of 75% recycled wool from New Zealand and 25% polyester. It gives the bag its shape, cushions the back, and is breathable. Wool balances heat and cold, so it stays comfortable on the back. Care: The felt is protected inside and requires no special care. If something does spill, dab the area with a damp cloth and let the bag air dry while left open.

Vegetable-Tanned Leather
The edges and bottom of the ESKOLA are reinforced with vegetable-tanned leather from Italy. It protects the areas that take the most wear in everyday school life and becomes more beautiful with each passing year: through touch, light, and use, it develops a patina that grows deeper over time. Every mark it collects tells a piece of your child's school life. Care: Wipe the leather with a slightly damp cloth to remove surface dirt. You can even out water stains or dry spots by rubbing the area and the surrounding surface with a damp cloth. About once a year, the leather appreciates a natural, colorless leather wax or oil to nourish and protect it. Ensure that none of this gets onto the fabric, as it can leave stains there.

Hardware
The magnetic closures are by FIDLOCK; the sliders and carabiners are made of aluminum. They require no special care. Natural materials change over time. Colors may darken slightly or soften, and that is precisely where you can see what your bag is made of.

If your bag is in stock, we will ship it within 5 working days. If it is being made to order for you, please allow 4 to 6 weeks. We ship worldwide with DHL. You can find all shipping costs and details on our shipping page.

Do you need it by a specific date? Email us at hello@haenska.com; we are happy to see what we can do.