The art of leatherworking is not always the result of a family tradition. There are those who have managed to find their place in the world through tenacity and passion alone. This is the case of Michela Francesconi and her workshop in Lucca. She learned from scratch, bought the necessary machinery, and created a line that resembled her, without diversifying or chasing a specific slice of the market. Her accessories are fun, practical and well-made bags.