Leather Love — wearable art
From One Leather Flower to a Complete DIY Kit: The Story Behind My Autumn Rose Templates
From One Leather Flower to a Complete DIY Kit
The Story Behind My Autumn Rose Leather Flower Making Kit
Sometimes the most meaningful projects begin by taking something apart.
Several years ago, I created a leather flower entirely by hand. Every petal was individually cut, shaped, molded, and carefully assembled until it became one of my favorite leather flower designs. It wasn't created on a computer or from a template. It simply evolved through the creative process that has guided my leather work for more than twenty years.
Wood or Leather? The Story Behind CHUMA SERIES I
Wood… or Leather?
The Story Behind CHUMA SERIES I
At first glance, most people think the buttons are wood.
That reaction has become surprisingly common whenever I share these layered pieces — buttons, pendants, clasps — handcrafted from leather and shaped entirely by hand.
But they are not wood.
They are leather.
And the story behind CHUMA SERIES I begins with remnants.
The Leather
Years ago, I was commissioned to create custom leather mic stand covers for country music...
A S H I R O — The Making of a Custom Leather Necklace
A custom leather necklace inspired by transformation—hand-braided from fine leather and woven around African Turquoise stones. This behind-the-scenes story reveals the challenges, breakthroughs, and artistry behind a one-of-a-kind commission.
Zanta: A Leather Neckpiece Born from Tribal Legacy and Handcrafted Luxury
Zanta: A Leather Neckpiece Born from Tribal Legacy and Handcrafted Luxury
In a world of fast fashion and fleeting trends, Zanta stands as a bold contradiction — a handcrafted leather neckpiece that commands attention, respect, and awe. Inspired by the strength and regality of African tribal warriors, this piece fuses ancestral aesthetics with contemporary craftsmanship to create something rare: wearable art with a powerful story.
A Statement in Every Stitch