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Carry-on / kids Travel Packing Cubes (set of 3) with bonus cotton shoe bag/ dirty laundry bag/dust – Mika creations

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$65.00

Mika Creations Travel Packing Cubes are made from a breathable blend of 65% jute and 35% cotton. Each set contains three nesting cubes and a bonus shoe bag or dirty laundry bag. They provide a natural alternative to synthetic nylon.

Made from excellent, non-toxic materials. Natural jute and cotton blend, 100% cotton, upcycled cotton drawstring, nickel-free and lead-free metal zippers. Plastic free.
Mika Creations bases its ethical framework on material transparency, waste reduction and longevity. The brand uses a Juco blend of 65% jute and 35% cotton, supporting renewable, plant-based fibres over petrochemical-based synthetics. It operates with a zero-waste mindset by crafting shoe bag drawstrings from 100% cotton scraps. Close relationships are maintained with makers in India to ensure fair working conditions and a shared commitment to plastic-free packaging.
Mika Creations prioritises sustainability by using Juco, a blend of jute and cotton, to create 100% plant-based, biodegradable textiles. Jute is a rain-fed crop that matures in 4–6 months, requires minimal pesticides or fertilisers, enriches the soil and absorbs significant amounts of carbon dioxide. Products are plastic-free, using Juco as an alternative to petrochemical synthetics. Manufacturing offcuts are upcycled into block print draw-string cords and products are designed for longevity and biodegradability at end-of-life.
Mika Creations donates $1 from every sale via the i=Change platform, allowing customers to direct funds to projects such as ending violence against women in Papua New Guinea, cleaning oceans and rewilding native Australian animals. The women-led brand prioritises female empowerment through collaborations and by partnering with a mother-and-daughter-founded Indian manufacturer employing women artisans. Products are made by certified manufacturers in India, ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions. The brand also engages with local Melbourne partners committed to sustainable business practices.

Product Reviews by Experts


The Mika Creations Packing Cubes are of fantastic quality and made organising my suitcase so much easier! The three thoughtfully sized cubes kept everything neatly separated on my recent trip to Bali – I used two in my main suitcase and one in my carry-on, which worked perfectly. I absolutely love the neutral, earthy aesthetic and the beautiful texture of the jute and cotton fabric, which makes them both practical and genuinely lovely to use. And the bonus laundry bag is such a thoughtful addition! It kept my dirty clothes contained and saved me from the inevitable holiday game of wondering what’s clean. Mika Creations proves travel accessories can be stylish and sustainable – swapping synthetic fabrics for natural jute. There is just so much to love about this brand – such as their support for artisan makers and donations through i=Change!


As a regular traveller for work and family, I appreciate these stylish natural plastic-free travel cubes from Mika Creations made from juco (jute and cotton). I am impressed by their robustness and the strong zips (essential for kids’ products). These are going to last a long time and are washable too. They are useful for adults too. I took them on my solo-adventure last month and loved how organised they kept me. I find myself working from wherever I am, so having a special bag with all my cables and adapters was fabulous – usually I am fumbling in the bottom of my case for them. I appreciate the bonus shoe bag – as a permaculture designer and educator, I often find myself mucking about in all kinds of gardens and landscapes. I love that Mika Creations is a mother and daughter collaboration, named after, “Mi” for Mia and “Ka” for Kath (mum). Intergenerational collaborations are so great. I also love that this Melbourne-based company acknowledges traditional custodians of the land on which they live and work. They are committed to sustainability and durability. Far too many travel products are synthetic and break easily. I am passionate about sustainable and regenerative farming so it is not surprising that their use of resilient jute impresses me. Jute is one of the most sustainable fibres from a rain-fed crop that requires little or no help to grow. As a founder of an ecological education organisation, I wholeheartedly support their statement that business should be a catalyst for positive global change, and that social and ecological responsibility needs to be embedded into every part of what you do.


The Mika Creations’ eco-conscious and sustainable Travel Packing Cubes are just gorgeous. The blend of high-quality jute and cotton makes for a beautiful, functional experience that instantly makes you feel more mindful and connected to nature. The cubes are the perfect shape and size and I love that they are light-weight for functionality. The design and brand values make you feel more conscious when using them and inspire a desire to be more mindful. What a stunning set of eco-conscious cubes that make life easier and more conscious. The cubes are more than just a functional product, they are a joy to use. Mika Creation’s ethical and sustainability principles are instantly felt in the product. From intentional material selection, sustainable sourcing, through to considering the longevity of the product, I’m impressed by the brand’s commitment to creating a truly eco-conscious product. When you experience Mika Creations, you really feel connected to the brand’s values towards environmental impact throughout the life cycle of the product, from regenerative material selection, plastic free innovation and creating a conscious product lifecycle right through to the product’s end of life. This is a truly sustainable and eco-conscious brand and their integrity really shines through.

Carry-on / kids Travel Packing Cubes (set of 3) with bonus cotton shoe bag/ dirty laundry bag/dust – Mika creations
$65.00
Review The Mika Creations Packing Cubes are of fantastic quality and made organising my suitcase so much easier! The three thoughtfully sized cubes kept everything neatly separated on my recent trip to Bali – I used two in my main suitcase and one in my carry-on, which worked perfectly. I absolutely love the neutral, earthy aesthetic and the beautiful texture of the jute and cotton fabric, which makes them both practical and genuinely lovely to use. And the bonus laundry bag is such a thoughtful addition! It kept my dirty clothes contained and saved me from the inevitable holiday game of wondering what’s clean. Mika Creations proves travel accessories can be stylish and sustainable – swapping synthetic fabrics for natural jute. There is just so much to love about this brand – such as their support for artisan makers and donations through i=Change!

–Dom Scott

Review As a regular traveller for work and family, I appreciate these stylish natural plastic-free travel cubes from Mika Creations made from juco (jute and cotton). I am impressed by their robustness and the strong zips (essential for kids’ products). These are going to last a long time and are washable too. They are useful for adults too. I took them on my solo-adventure last month and loved how organised they kept me. I find myself working from wherever I am, so having a special bag with all my cables and adapters was fabulous – usually I am fumbling in the bottom of my case for them. I appreciate the bonus shoe bag – as a permaculture designer and educator, I often find myself mucking about in all kinds of gardens and landscapes. I love that Mika Creations is a mother and daughter collaboration, named after, “Mi” for Mia and “Ka” for Kath (mum). Intergenerational collaborations are so great. I also love that this Melbourne-based company acknowledges traditional custodians of the land on which they live and work. They are committed to sustainability and durability. Far too many travel products are synthetic and break easily. I am passionate about sustainable and regenerative farming so it is not surprising that their use of resilient jute impresses me. Jute is one of the most sustainable fibres from a rain-fed crop that requires little or no help to grow. As a founder of an ecological education organisation, I wholeheartedly support their statement that business should be a catalyst for positive global change, and that social and ecological responsibility needs to be embedded into every part of what you do.

–Morag Gamble

Review The Mika Creations’ eco-conscious and sustainable Travel Packing Cubes are just gorgeous. The blend of high-quality jute and cotton makes for a beautiful, functional experience that instantly makes you feel more mindful and connected to nature. The cubes are the perfect shape and size and I love that they are light-weight for functionality. The design and brand values make you feel more conscious when using them and inspire a desire to be more mindful. What a stunning set of eco-conscious cubes that make life easier and more conscious. The cubes are more than just a functional product, they are a joy to use. Mika Creation’s ethical and sustainability principles are instantly felt in the product. From intentional material selection, sustainable sourcing, through to considering the longevity of the product, I’m impressed by the brand’s commitment to creating a truly eco-conscious product. When you experience Mika Creations, you really feel connected to the brand’s values towards environmental impact throughout the life cycle of the product, from regenerative material selection, plastic free innovation and creating a conscious product lifecycle right through to the product’s end of life. This is a truly sustainable and eco-conscious brand and their integrity really shines through.

–Casey-Lee Lyons

Mika Creations Travel Packing Cubes are made from a breathable blend of 65% jute and 35% cotton. Each set contains three nesting cubes and a bonus shoe bag or dirty laundry bag. They provide a natural alternative to synthetic nylon.
$65.00
Review The Mika Creations Packing Cubes are of fantastic quality and made organising my suitcase so much easier! The three thoughtfully sized cubes kept everything neatly separated on my recent trip to Bali – I used two in my main suitcase and one in my carry-on, which worked perfectly. I absolutely love the neutral, earthy aesthetic and the beautiful texture of the jute and cotton fabric, which makes them both practical and genuinely lovely to use. And the bonus laundry bag is such a thoughtful addition! It kept my dirty clothes contained and saved me from the inevitable holiday game of wondering what’s clean. Mika Creations proves travel accessories can be stylish and sustainable – swapping synthetic fabrics for natural jute. There is just so much to love about this brand – such as their support for artisan makers and donations through i=Change!

–Dom Scott

Review As a regular traveller for work and family, I appreciate these stylish natural plastic-free travel cubes from Mika Creations made from juco (jute and cotton). I am impressed by their robustness and the strong zips (essential for kids’ products). These are going to last a long time and are washable too. They are useful for adults too. I took them on my solo-adventure last month and loved how organised they kept me. I find myself working from wherever I am, so having a special bag with all my cables and adapters was fabulous – usually I am fumbling in the bottom of my case for them. I appreciate the bonus shoe bag – as a permaculture designer and educator, I often find myself mucking about in all kinds of gardens and landscapes. I love that Mika Creations is a mother and daughter collaboration, named after, “Mi” for Mia and “Ka” for Kath (mum). Intergenerational collaborations are so great. I also love that this Melbourne-based company acknowledges traditional custodians of the land on which they live and work. They are committed to sustainability and durability. Far too many travel products are synthetic and break easily. I am passionate about sustainable and regenerative farming so it is not surprising that their use of resilient jute impresses me. Jute is one of the most sustainable fibres from a rain-fed crop that requires little or no help to grow. As a founder of an ecological education organisation, I wholeheartedly support their statement that business should be a catalyst for positive global change, and that social and ecological responsibility needs to be embedded into every part of what you do.

–Morag Gamble

Review The Mika Creations’ eco-conscious and sustainable Travel Packing Cubes are just gorgeous. The blend of high-quality jute and cotton makes for a beautiful, functional experience that instantly makes you feel more mindful and connected to nature. The cubes are the perfect shape and size and I love that they are light-weight for functionality. The design and brand values make you feel more conscious when using them and inspire a desire to be more mindful. What a stunning set of eco-conscious cubes that make life easier and more conscious. The cubes are more than just a functional product, they are a joy to use. Mika Creation’s ethical and sustainability principles are instantly felt in the product. From intentional material selection, sustainable sourcing, through to considering the longevity of the product, I’m impressed by the brand’s commitment to creating a truly eco-conscious product. When you experience Mika Creations, you really feel connected to the brand’s values towards environmental impact throughout the life cycle of the product, from regenerative material selection, plastic free innovation and creating a conscious product lifecycle right through to the product’s end of life. This is a truly sustainable and eco-conscious brand and their integrity really shines through.

–Casey-Lee Lyons

Mika Creations Travel Packing Cubes are made from a breathable blend of 65% jute and 35% cotton. Each set contains three nesting cubes and a bonus shoe bag or dirty laundry bag. They provide a natural alternative to synthetic nylon.
Review The Mika Creations Packing Cubes are of fantastic quality and made organising my suitcase so much easier! The three thoughtfully sized cubes kept everything neatly separated on my recent trip to Bali – I used two in my main suitcase and one in my carry-on, which worked perfectly. I absolutely love the neutral, earthy aesthetic and the beautiful texture of the jute and cotton fabric, which makes them both practical and genuinely lovely to use. And the bonus laundry bag is such a thoughtful addition! It kept my dirty clothes contained and saved me from the inevitable holiday game of wondering what’s clean. Mika Creations proves travel accessories can be stylish and sustainable – swapping synthetic fabrics for natural jute. There is just so much to love about this brand – such as their support for artisan makers and donations through i=Change!

–Dom Scott

Review As a regular traveller for work and family, I appreciate these stylish natural plastic-free travel cubes from Mika Creations made from juco (jute and cotton). I am impressed by their robustness and the strong zips (essential for kids’ products). These are going to last a long time and are washable too. They are useful for adults too. I took them on my solo-adventure last month and loved how organised they kept me. I find myself working from wherever I am, so having a special bag with all my cables and adapters was fabulous – usually I am fumbling in the bottom of my case for them. I appreciate the bonus shoe bag – as a permaculture designer and educator, I often find myself mucking about in all kinds of gardens and landscapes. I love that Mika Creations is a mother and daughter collaboration, named after, “Mi” for Mia and “Ka” for Kath (mum). Intergenerational collaborations are so great. I also love that this Melbourne-based company acknowledges traditional custodians of the land on which they live and work. They are committed to sustainability and durability. Far too many travel products are synthetic and break easily. I am passionate about sustainable and regenerative farming so it is not surprising that their use of resilient jute impresses me. Jute is one of the most sustainable fibres from a rain-fed crop that requires little or no help to grow. As a founder of an ecological education organisation, I wholeheartedly support their statement that business should be a catalyst for positive global change, and that social and ecological responsibility needs to be embedded into every part of what you do.

–Morag Gamble

Review The Mika Creations’ eco-conscious and sustainable Travel Packing Cubes are just gorgeous. The blend of high-quality jute and cotton makes for a beautiful, functional experience that instantly makes you feel more mindful and connected to nature. The cubes are the perfect shape and size and I love that they are light-weight for functionality. The design and brand values make you feel more conscious when using them and inspire a desire to be more mindful. What a stunning set of eco-conscious cubes that make life easier and more conscious. The cubes are more than just a functional product, they are a joy to use. Mika Creation’s ethical and sustainability principles are instantly felt in the product. From intentional material selection, sustainable sourcing, through to considering the longevity of the product, I’m impressed by the brand’s commitment to creating a truly eco-conscious product. When you experience Mika Creations, you really feel connected to the brand’s values towards environmental impact throughout the life cycle of the product, from regenerative material selection, plastic free innovation and creating a conscious product lifecycle right through to the product’s end of life. This is a truly sustainable and eco-conscious brand and their integrity really shines through.

–Casey-Lee Lyons

Carry-on / kids Travel Packing Cubes (set of 3) with bonus cotton shoe bag/ dirty laundry bag/dust – Mika creations
Mika Creations Travel Packing Cubes are made from a breathable blend of 65% jute and 35% cotton. Each set contains three nesting cubes and a bonus shoe bag or dirty laundry bag. They provide a natural alternative to synthetic nylon.
Review The Mika Creations Packing Cubes are of fantastic quality and made organising my suitcase so much easier! The three thoughtfully sized cubes kept everything neatly separated on my recent trip to Bali – I used two in my main suitcase and one in my carry-on, which worked perfectly. I absolutely love the neutral, earthy aesthetic and the beautiful texture of the jute and cotton fabric, which makes them both practical and genuinely lovely to use. And the bonus laundry bag is such a thoughtful addition! It kept my dirty clothes contained and saved me from the inevitable holiday game of wondering what’s clean. Mika Creations proves travel accessories can be stylish and sustainable – swapping synthetic fabrics for natural jute. There is just so much to love about this brand – such as their support for artisan makers and donations through i=Change!

–Dom Scott

Review As a regular traveller for work and family, I appreciate these stylish natural plastic-free travel cubes from Mika Creations made from juco (jute and cotton). I am impressed by their robustness and the strong zips (essential for kids’ products). These are going to last a long time and are washable too. They are useful for adults too. I took them on my solo-adventure last month and loved how organised they kept me. I find myself working from wherever I am, so having a special bag with all my cables and adapters was fabulous – usually I am fumbling in the bottom of my case for them. I appreciate the bonus shoe bag – as a permaculture designer and educator, I often find myself mucking about in all kinds of gardens and landscapes. I love that Mika Creations is a mother and daughter collaboration, named after, “Mi” for Mia and “Ka” for Kath (mum). Intergenerational collaborations are so great. I also love that this Melbourne-based company acknowledges traditional custodians of the land on which they live and work. They are committed to sustainability and durability. Far too many travel products are synthetic and break easily. I am passionate about sustainable and regenerative farming so it is not surprising that their use of resilient jute impresses me. Jute is one of the most sustainable fibres from a rain-fed crop that requires little or no help to grow. As a founder of an ecological education organisation, I wholeheartedly support their statement that business should be a catalyst for positive global change, and that social and ecological responsibility needs to be embedded into every part of what you do.

–Morag Gamble

Review The Mika Creations’ eco-conscious and sustainable Travel Packing Cubes are just gorgeous. The blend of high-quality jute and cotton makes for a beautiful, functional experience that instantly makes you feel more mindful and connected to nature. The cubes are the perfect shape and size and I love that they are light-weight for functionality. The design and brand values make you feel more conscious when using them and inspire a desire to be more mindful. What a stunning set of eco-conscious cubes that make life easier and more conscious. The cubes are more than just a functional product, they are a joy to use. Mika Creation’s ethical and sustainability principles are instantly felt in the product. From intentional material selection, sustainable sourcing, through to considering the longevity of the product, I’m impressed by the brand’s commitment to creating a truly eco-conscious product. When you experience Mika Creations, you really feel connected to the brand’s values towards environmental impact throughout the life cycle of the product, from regenerative material selection, plastic free innovation and creating a conscious product lifecycle right through to the product’s end of life. This is a truly sustainable and eco-conscious brand and their integrity really shines through.

–Casey-Lee Lyons

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