Welcome to Nomara - Your Destination for Durable Travel Gear
Curated Collection of Timeless Travel Essentials Made for Modern Explorers
Our renowned Upcycled Motorbike Tyre Belts are a bold mix of durability, functionality and sustainability.
Handcrafted from reclaimed rubber, each belt features a unique tread pattern, ensuring no two are alike.
Easy to maintain and built for daily wear, it reflects our commitment to a circular economy.
Available in sizes S to XL, with custom sizing on request.
Built to last for daily commutes and short trips.
Tough upcycled canvas and reclaimed inner-tube trim shrug off rain and scuffs.
Roll-top expands capacity and organised pockets keep cables and essentials tidy.
Comfortable padded straps and a chest buckle for stable carry. Compact, practical sustainable travel gear that performs.
Quick specs:
-Available in olive (pictured) or all black colour
-Materials: upcycled military canvas and reclaimed tyre inner tube.
-Capacity: ~15–20 L (expandable).
-Padded sleeve fits most 13″ laptops.
-Size: roughly H50 × W28 × D16 cm.
-Care: wipe clean.
Made for commuting and travelling. The Colonel backpack combines upcycled military canvas and tyre inner tube trim for real durability and water defence.
Its roll-top closure with clips and Velcro keeps your gear secure.
Quick Specs:
-Available in olive (pictured) or all black colour
-An internal padded sleeve handles up to a 15″ laptop.
-Multiple zipped organisers, side water-bottle pockets and a quick-reach front zip compartment keep essentials tidy.
-Softly padded back and straps, and a top grab handle make it easy to carry all day.
-Size: Medium ≈15 L, 42 × 29 × 12 cm, weight 1 kg.
Rely on it every day.
This roll-top rucksack blends tough recycled military canvas and inner-tube trim. It resists rain and scuffs while ageing with character.
-Flexible capacity: Roll-top closure and compression straps adjust volume from 25 L to 30 L.
-Tech-ready: Padded sleeve fits up to a 15-inch laptop.
-Quick access: External zip pocket for maps, keys or tickets.
-Comfort: Cushioned shoulder straps, padded back, and a side handle make it easy to lift on and off.
-Wipe-clean materials: simplify maintenance.
-Capacity: 25L – 30L
-Size: H50cm x W40cm x D16cm
-Materials: 70% recycled army tent, 20% recycled inner tube, 10% new materials.
Meet Paguro. They rescue retired army tents and turn them into bold backpacks. Each piece starts life as reclaimed material - military canvas & inner tubes - then becomes a clever, hard-wearing bag. It’s perfect for city hops, work trips and weekend adventures.
Upcycled inner tubes & recycled canvas | Water-resistant finishes | Laptop compartments and organised pockets for daily use | Unique textures and patterns - no two bags are identical | Ethical, small-batch production.
We keep things simple with small-batch collections.
If the item you want isn’t listed, please email us with your request.
We are happy to help.
Thank you.
hello @ nomara.eco
Vegan Upcycled Crafts is now becoming Nomara.
This change reflects our focus on sustainable travel gear and the nomadic spirit.
We remain committed to showcasing upcycled goods & partner with fair supply chains that create cruelty-free products.
You’ll still find the same makers and the same care - only a new name and a wider home for stories and guides about slow, ethical travel.
Sustainable | Eco-friendly | Upcycled | Cruelty-free
Email: hello @ nomara.eco
Location - Visit Nomara
Consciously curated sustainable travel gear.
Come see our handmade, eco-conscious collections in person.
Ask about ethics, materials, or care.
Where to find us:
Nomara (formerly Vegan Upcycled Crafts)
Inside The Tea Rooms (next to the café ☕), 146 Brick Lane, E1 6QL - part of the Truman Brewery Marketplace
Easy navigation with What3Words app: wallet.rents.pink - pins our exact spot.
Opening:
We are open at weekends: Check our homepage or social for exact times and pop-ups.
Accessibility & help:
Our shop is wheelchair accessible. We aim to make the space welcoming. If you need assistance or clearer directions, please contact us before your visit.
Can’t make it in person?
Explore the full collection and our journal at nomara.eco.
The Tea Rooms, Brick Lane, Brick Lane, London E1 6QL, UK
Thank you for being part of this journey.
