Blog — Leather

Leather has many characteristics making it a very valuable material to a variety of people and their lifestyles. Cowboys and ranchers are a part of that list. They use leather for several different everyday items. Their lifestyle has proven the need for a material that is long lasting, flexible, durable and impressionable. Leather fits all of these needs. Hence why it was used in the past, present and will more than likely be used in the future. In the Past Leather has been used by cowboys, ranchers and westerners alike. The material is durable and can withstand a lot of...

Leather is a perfect material for making long-lasting products, whether it’s an accessory or a piece of furniture. It’s a smooth, clean looking material. However, there is a big difference between faux (or vegan) leather and genuine leather. Both have similar looks and sometimes feel, but the composition of each is different. This makes the quality and durability of the material different as well. Faux vs. Real Faux, or vegan, leather is not made from bovine hides, like traditional leather. Depending on the type of faux leather, it is made from a variety of different materials. Fake leather types include...

‘Tis the season for giving and receiving gifts. We all know how frustrating it can be to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Everyone has different tastes, interests and lifestyles, so no one gift is fitting for all. However, leather can be a gift that you can give just about anyone. Don’t get confused, we aren’t talking about just chunks or slices of leather. We’re talking leather accessories like belts, wallets, notepad covers and so on. For each person on your list, a leather good is a good gift. For the Man of the House Dad, or...

This month, November, gives us a time to reflect on our past and give thanks for things, materials, like leather, people and history that has gotten us to this point. We also get a chance to thank our veterans, both in service, retired and those who have perished.  Reflecting back and remembering the history of both our lives and our nation’s, we see that leather is used in a variety of ways. Leather is even used earlier than we can remember, even before the birth of our nation. Ancient Times Leather craft has been a vital resource for a long...