I couldn’t resist the “two-thirds” off sale on the light tan, crossbody bag with a furry monkey (named Marlee) keychain.

Lightweight and roomy enough to accommodate all my paraphernalia, it was the perfect summer and travel bag.

At home, I took a closer look at the logo—Kipling—and wondered if there was any connection to author and poet Rudyard Kipling. Intrigued, I Googled the company and discovered the following backstory.

Continue reading on Vicki Batman’s blog.