My name is Fran Pennypacker, and in 2020, I created the first Penny Crate. For years, I had a milk crate zip-tied to my bike — functional, though lacking in style — until the zip ties gave out!

I began selling Penny Crates because they're not your typical bike storage solution. Each starts as a pale pine wooden wine box adorned with beautiful, intricate designs and letters. Through meticulous craftsmanship across various stages, I transform these crates into something entirely new in both appearance and function. The result? A perfect blend of functionality and style.

Every Penny Crate originates from reclaimed wooden wine crates, often sourced from prestigious wineries in France, Italy, Spain, or Napa Valley. Originally crafted to protect and transport 6 or 12 bottles of fine wine, these crates now serve a new purpose: carrying your essentials wherever you go!