Review (4/5): I really want this bag to work!
I purchased this bag to keep my art journaling supplies together and handy (pens, markers, scissors, washi tape, journals, watercolors, etc.) when we travel. It is the perfect size and interior layout for this purpose, and it is a very nice looking bag, too. It is described as being made of ‘PU leather’ and did not investigate any further. But when I opened the package, I was surprised by the shiny soft and slick surface, and it has me a bit concerned. Normal cowhide leather will naturally scuff over time, especially with travel and frequent use, but I am not sure yet whether this material will scratch or perhaps even tear after a while, or worse: start to get that sticky feel to it as the material’s composition breaks down. It feels more like soft plastic than leather, and it does not smell bad. Overall I am pleased with the design and features of this bag and plan to keep it. I will update my review again after a few months of use.