Luxury Reimagined

Iconic totes, redefined with craftsmanship, exclusivity, and modern edge.

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One-of-a-Kind.

 Each North & Knox bag begins with an authentic pieces, carefully reworked into a statement piece. Every design is unique, crafted with premium hardware and refined finishes. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Always Limited.

Uniquely Yours

Uniquely Yours

Collector Commissions

Reinventing your tote or creating a custom design
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L.L. Bean boat and tote bag with a white canvas body, black vertical stripes, a black bottom, and a metal clasp with two gold balls. Upcycled Up cycled L.L. Bean boat and tote to large kiss lock kisslock hardware like Coach large Kisslock bag
A Boatkin inspired bag up-cycled from an L.L. Bean vintage 1970's Boat and Tote. Abeige handbag with red straps and a gold clasp, placed on a white background.

The Kisslock Tote

Authentic L.L.Bean canvas, deconstructed and rebuilt with antique brass hardware and a secure vintage-style closure. Each piece takes 11 hours of hands-on work. No two are identical.

The Birk & Tote

The original North & Knox design. Vintage L.L.Bean canvas transformed with premium gold hardware and refined detailing. A modern interpretation of heritage craftsmanship.

A beige drawstring bag with black trim and the text 'North & Knox' printed on it, set against a white background.
A large kiss lock beige and black tote bag with a gold frame and clasp, featuring the Trader Joe's logo in red on the front and a North & Knox label in the bottom right corner.

Collector Commissions

Your personal piece. Rebuilt from the inside out . Your canvas already carries something new fabric never could. The softness, the lived-in feel, the history. We honor that. Subtle variations in canvas, stitching, or wear are part of its heritage. Not something to hide.

The Collector’s Edit

The Collector's Edit showcases one-of-a-kind bags made from heritage and collectible canvas. Each design transforms iconic materials into luxury pieces that honor their origins. Available while materials last

Reviews

  • The Kisslock Tote - Cream and Black

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - "I’m absolutely in love!! This tote is so amazing!! Perfection 💜"

    - Lori F., The Kisslock Tote - Cream and Black

  • The Birk & Tote – Classic Red 1970's Collectors Edition

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - "I am obsessed! I worked with the designer to get the exact design I wanted and they keep the true details of this 1970's tote. This came out better than I imagined."

    - Shelby D., The Birk & Tote – Classic Red 1970's Collectors Edition

  • White tote bag with blue straps and accents, gold hardware, and a small monogram "KEK" in the bottom left corner. Upcycled Up cycled L.L. Bean boat and tote to large boatkin inspired bag the birk and tote

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - "I've been eyeing this bag for months and finally pulled the trigger. The hardware detail is unlike anything I've seen at this price point. It feels like something you'd find in a boutique in Paris. I can't belive this is hand-made"

    - Kathleen K., The Birk & Tote - Classic Navy Edition

  • A handbag with a gray body, blue handles, and a green strap with a zipper and lock. Upcycled Up cycled L.L. Bean boat and tote to large boatkin inspired bag the birk and tote

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - "I am so happy! I saw the original Boatkins but no way $1800! I worked with Nichole and got my own special design, at a better cost, and I love everything about it! This is now my everyday bag."

    - Amanda T., The Birk & Tote - Blue Jay and Mint Collectors Edition

  • Torn and damaged white tote bag with blue straps, and hardware details. Upcycled Up cycled L.L. Bean boat and tote to large boatkin inspired bag the birk and tote

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - "The quality exceeded my expectations. The canvas is soft but structured, and the gold hardware is substantial, not cheap. I've already gotten so many compliments. Worth every penny."

    - Jenna R., The Birk & Tote - Blue Jay Collectors Edition

A canvas bag with blue straps and gold hardware on the deck of a boat during sunset, with mountains and water in the background. Boatkin inspired upcycled L.L. Bean Boat and Tote
A white and blue tote bag, a pair of sunglasses, a notebook with a pen, and a glass of rosé wine on a stone ledge outside a yellow villa. Boatkin inspired upcycled L.L.Bean Boat and Tote