Papoutsi roll-up pencil case "Paris" perforated skin leather black

The Paris roll-up pen case by Papoutsi is a handcrafted writing case made from black perforated leather – a material originally used for restoring vintage car steering wheels and vehicle seats in Italy. The characteristic perforations of the leather give the case a tactilely distinctive surface: gently textured, grippy, with a matte depth that stands apart from smooth calendered leather. Each piece is made by hand in Berlin.

Features

• Perforated leather with history: The perforated leather comes from the vintage car sector – originally developed for steering wheels and seats in Italian restoration workshops. The regular perforation makes the surface grippy and breathable, whilst the material remains robust and holds its shape.
• Capacity for 15–20 writing instruments: The roll-up format accommodates fountain pens, ballpoints, fineliners and pencils alike. The open roll structure without rigid compartments allows flexible arrangement – even thicker pens with larger barrel diameters fit comfortably.
• Compact size, generous capacity: At 19 × 6 × 2 cm (rolled up), the case fits into any bag. Unrolled, it lies flat on your desk and reveals all your pens at a glance.
• Handcrafted in Berlin: Papoutsi produces in its own studio in Berlin-Kreuzberg. No industrial cutting, but individually crafted pieces – with visible handmade details that make each example slightly unique.
• Black, timeless: The black perforated leather works through its matte finish and perforation structure as a distinctive material – neither high-gloss nor rustic, but restrained and precise in tone.

Use & Tips

• Calligraphy and lettering: The case easily holds a selection of stub nib holders, parallel pens or brush pens side by side. If you regularly switch between different nib widths, all your tools are readily accessible when unrolled.
• Daily transport: Fountain pens with delicate nibs travel safely in the soft leather wrap – without hard walls that could damage lacquer or clips. The leather buffers minor impacts.
• Desk organisation: Placed on your desk unrolled and secured with its own leather tie, the case serves as a compact pen holder – all writing instruments visible at once, no searching required.
• Care: Perforated leather is robust and easy to maintain. Occasional treatment with a colourless leather care product keeps the material supple. Avoid direct heat and prolonged damp storage.
• Combination with various writing instruments: Particularly well-suited for standard-size fountain pens, but also for ballpoints, fineliners, pigment liners or drawing pens – the roll-up format is flexible.

For Craft Enthusiasts

Perforated leather was used in European automotive restoration because the perforation provides grip whilst simultaneously reducing weight. Papoutsi draws on this industrial material and brings it into the writing desk context. The studio in Berlin-Kreuzberg operates without a production line: Jörk Wlotzka and his team craft each piece individually, which is visible in minimal variations between examples – a hallmark of genuine handwork, not a flaw.

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