Blog — Leather Goods

Hand-carved leather has long been considered a highly valued material. The earliest preserved hand-carved leather items date back 3,000 years and were used to decorate homes and body armor. Leather carving grew even more popular in the 1800s when the practice was picked up by cowboys and ranchers of the Wild West. The elaborate and highly decorative saddles showcased wealth and status among the cowboy and ranching communities. 

The practice of leathercraft has been around for many, many years. Through the process of hand tooling, many beautiful leather products have been created over the centuries. These items have often been passed down, possessing both useful as well as aesthetic purposes. The history of leather hand-tooling in the United States is closely linked to western culture.

Today, leather is a commonly known and used material that can be found almost anywhere. It is valued for its incredible strength, durability, flexibility, and longevity. However, what does the leather making process look like?...

Many people may have no idea what leather patina means or whether it’s good or bad. To really understand it, we should grasp the meaning of patina. Patina is what forms on natural goods like leather, metal, stone and even fabric like denim. It’s a sheen and aged look that forms from being worn and used.  Worn and used? Why would we want that look for our leather goods? Let us explain. What is Leather Patina? As stated before, patina is a sheen or antiquing look that comes from an item being used and worn. Specifically, leather patina forms from...