Leatherwork

I first learned the basics of leather tooling from my uncle when I was young. One summer I helped him press in designs for leather patches, and I remember being deeply drawn to the process—the smell, the texture, and the quiet focus of working with the material. At the time, I didn’t think I would return to it.

Over the years, I continued to appreciate leather for its character and longevity, but I also wrestled with its cost and ethical considerations. As I began shifting toward more intentional consumption, I found myself looking more closely at how materials are sourced and used.

That search led me to remnant leather.

Remnant leather is exactly what it sounds like: offcuts and leftover material from larger production runs. These pieces may have minor imperfections or simply be too small for industrial use, but they are still high-quality leather with life left in them.

Working with remnants allows me to engage with leather in a more responsible way—transforming what might otherwise be discarded into something purposeful again.

You can learn more about remnant leather and my material philosophy on the About page.