i started making bags because i love them...i loved coach (the old coach) before monogrammed canvas and trendy looks outweighed classic leather...simple designs and brass hardware.
e found my first coach bag my mother bought me (when i turned 18)...a simple, small, black backpack purse...it's nicely worn...the edges are tattered...its soft...and it still smells like coach leather...
eventually i grew tired of the trends, seeing countless girls in the mall with my same bag...and i wanted something original...something classic, something simple...real leather...inspirational...
so i decided to make my own....
its been 3 years since i started my apprenticeship of leather working...and i've finally feel like i've turned the corner...and can now draft almost any bag that i could think of (within reason).
i've learned that i *love* working with thick, premium hides...
a flat hide that i can then take, manipulate and create wonderful designs...that'll last a lifetime...that'll be original..unique...simple and timeless...
coming soon:
wallets, belts, keychains, mommy & me/sister & me collections, briefcases, laptop bags, boxes & jewelry
for now...here's a sneak peak at whats coming later this week:
the wallets and belts...are awaiting...
i've worked two 10+ hour days this weekend...saturday & sunday...and stayed up all night last night stitching bags together...the wallets are painted...and awaiting...the belts...really waiting...
there is nothing like working till your feet hurt...till your hands are calloused...till your brain is tired...but your still full of hunger...passion and heart...
i'm ready for the holidays...ready for the new year...ready to create!
peace...ki
