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Back-to-school · new year, new bag

New school year, new bag, and this one is actually hers

Sophie Bennett By Sophie Bennett, mom of two
Last updated July 2026

Summary: Every new school year, last year's bag is a size too small or a season too worn. Here's why moms replace it with a handmade one that has her name hand-knitted on it, so she starts the year with something that's actually hers.

The new-year swap

Last year's bag has had a year

A new-year lineup of personalized backpacks in different colors and names
★★★★★6,500 reviews · 55,000+ happy families

By the time the new year comes round, the old one is a size too small, the zip's gone, or it's just done. Replacing it is the moment she notices what she's carrying, so it's the moment to give her one that's actually hers, not another look-alike off the shelf.

★★★★★

"Her face lit up the moment she saw it, and she's been proudly carrying it ever since."

Swagata D. · Verified review
Does it fit this year

Big enough for the folder, the lunchbox and the water bottle

A year older means a bigger day: more to carry, and longer to carry it. Two sizes cover it, from the little ones right up to bigger kids and everything they haul to school.

Small · up to age 411.8 × 10.6 × 5.5 in30 × 27 × 14 cm
Medium · age 4 and up16.1 × 12.2 × 6.3 in41 × 31 × 16 cm
★★★★★

"My kindergartener loves it. She picked out what colors she wanted and it's the perfect size, fits all her folders and lunch box."

Elliana K. · Verified review
Back to school is close. Each bag is made by hand to order in 5 to 10 days, then shipped. Order early so it's ready for the first week.
Does she stand out

This year, she's not one of twenty

A cubby wall of look-alike backpacks, with hers standing out

A cubby wall is a row of look-alike bags. Hers has her name hand-knitted on the front in soft yarn, so it's the one she spots from across the room, and the one no other kid has.

★★★★★

"I love getting her a personalised bag & no one else in the school has the same name or Bag!"

Loretta M. · Verified review
Will it last

Made to last this year, and the next

A clean product shot showing the corduroy and stitching quality

The reason it doesn't end up in next year's swap: handmade corduroy, a sturdy build, and quality is the word that comes up most across 6,500 reviews. And if a zipper ever breaks, it's covered for life.

Lifetime zipper guarantee
★★★★★

"It's so darling, love the sturdy feel. Will order for my other kids."

Ashley B. · Verified review

Getting her ready for the new year? Here's the deal we're running this week.

Order early so it's on her back for the first week.

Back-to-School Sale · 50% off
The personalized handmade backpack

50% off, and free shipping on 2 or more

One for now and one for next year, or one for a friend getting their kid ready too.

€32,95€65,88-50%
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Made to order in 5 to 10 days, so order early to have it ready for the new year.

★★★★★ 6,500 reviews · 55,000+ families • Lifetime zipper guarantee

Questions parents ask

How big is it?
Small · up to age 4
30 × 27 × 14 cm (11.8 × 10.6 × 5.5 in)
Medium · age 4 and up
41 × 31 × 16 cm (16.1 × 12.2 × 6.3 in)
The Medium fits the folder, lunchbox and water bottle.
Is it really corduroy?
Yes. Soft corduroy. It's the question we get most, and the answer's yes.
How long does it take to arrive?
Each bag is made to order, so it isn't sitting in a warehouse. Five to ten days to make, then it ships, and we email you at every step. Order early so it's on her back for the new year.
What if I spell her name wrong?
When you personalize, there's a confirmation step that shows exactly what you've entered, so you can double-check the spelling and your choices before you order. If you do spot something afterwards, message us as soon as you can. We start making each bag quickly and it gets busy this time of year, so the sooner we hear from you, the easier it is to update.
Can I get initials instead of the full name?
Yes. Just enter the initials in the name field instead of the full name, with or without a period (like A.B. or AB). We'll knit exactly what you type.
How do I care for it?
Hand wash to keep it looking its best, the way you'd care for anything you want to keep.

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Back-to-School Sale · 50% off
Personalized handmade backpack

50% off + free shipping on 2

€32,95€65,88
Shop the colors →

Back-to-School Sale ends in

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★★★★★ 6,500 reviews