Soon I’ll have a special announcement to make but in the meantime, I’m pleased to announce that I have the honor of participating (once again!) in one of the country’s FINEST fine craft shows this November 3-5:
If you’re anywhere near Philly, please consider attending this special celebration of contemporary art, craft and design!
I’m thrilled to be among nearly 200 talented artists participating in the upcoming PMA Craft Show. If you’re in the Philadelphia please consider attending. I’ll be showing/selling limited edition colors of the Lacrima Structured Teardrop Bag, Miele Clutch, and Lacrina Small Teardrop Bag.
Our premium leather products are handmade in small runs in Rhode Island using sumptuous, full-grain cowhide and unique, high-quality findings. They’re built to last and they only get better with time.
Spring means time for COLOR! Cuscino Lumbar Pillow comes in a variety of rich, vibrant color combinations. Photograph courtesy of Beth Forester Photography.
Portatutto Tote with Sunbrella Lining - $560. More color combinations available.
About Laura Burkett Designs
While living in Italy for three years, I became fascinated by Italian design and particularly the leather industry. I kept thinking, "Why aren't there more options for business people to carry their stuff to work in a way that makes their lives more convenient and shows they have a sense of style?" There were some options out there, but none really addressed the issue of needing to carry a laptop along with the desire to look great. So I took my idea to a cobbler in Perugia and we worked together for nearly a year to arrive at what I now call "Zaino" - Italian for "backpack." I could write a book on all that transpired during that year - the triumphs and setbacks, misunderstandings, laughter, and best of all - a mutual respect for sublime craftsmanship and a passion for well-made leather objects. Sergio was a magician with rough hands and a heart of gold, and as his informal apprentice, I learned enough to know that his trade is one that should never die - and one that can never be automated for mass production. I carried this passion with me back to the U.S., maintained my links to Italy and developed the other designs you see here. My dream was and is to take the inspiration I found in Italy and use it to create new, contemporary designs that address the contemporary professional's daily challenges - and work with craftsmen (and women) right here in the U.S.A. to bring these concepts to life. Here's more on the creation of Zaino.
Italy is more than a place; it's an experience that creates stories one carries for a lifetime. If you've been there and have some stories of your own to share, I'd love to hear them. Drop me a line at burkettdesigns@gmail.com.
Ciao for now,
Laura
Back in the day… when masks were a new thing
