Leather Love
A Cindy Herron (En Vogue) Inspired Design, Then and Now
It's important to once in a while, look back to see where you have been and how far you have come. I did that recently. I pulled out some of my fashion illustrations and designs from the earlier years, and I reflected on my past achievements. This post is all about a fashion show at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Boston and my entry into the Air France Fashion Design Competition.
The inspiration for this particular competition was to design...
Leather Rings, Hand-Braided with Love for Love
My Kama Braided Leather Rings are made in 4 different widths and in many colors and color combinations. They are made to order in your ring size. I have even made them for children! Check out some of the colors and the different widths I offer in this short video clip.
The design for my Kama Rings was inspired by love. I had fallen deeply in love with a man who lived a distance a way. I wanted to gift my...
Custom Leather Design — The Commission Process
Commissioning a custom leather piece is a collaborative design experience built around craftsmanship, fit, and intention. Each project is created one at a time using traditional leatherworking techniques and couture-level construction methods.
Because every design is made specifically for the individual client, I accept a limited number of commissions at a time.
Step 1 — Consultation
The process begins with understanding your vision, style, and functional needs.
Consultations are held:
• In person (New Hampshire area)
• By email
• Via Zoom for long-distance clients
How I Converted My Dad's Vintage Bench Grinder Into A Leather Sander & Burnisher!
Recently, the piece of equipment I had been using to burnish my leather straps and cuffs, stopped working. I knew the time would eventually come so I had already done a little bit of research and knew which machine I would purchase as my replacement. Wouldn't you know it, when I now needed it, it was out of stock! What's leatherworking gal to do??
I did what most people would have probably done. I opened up a tab on my computer and began to search Google for a replacement to the would-be replacement. After reading countless reviews on...
When a Customer Requests a Replica of a Cliff Booth (Brad Pitt) Leather Bracelet ~ "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood"
I've been at it again! But this time it was a different customer who had a special "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" request. He asked me to make him a replica of the leather bracelet that Brad Pitt wore in the 2019 film about a faded television actor and his stunt double as they strive to achieve fame and success in the final years of Hollywood's Golden Age in 1969 Los Angeles.
