Project description
I have been putting off replacing my old wallet for months because every mass-produced option in stores feels generic and cheap. What I want instead is a genuinely handmade piece that reflects some thought and craftsmanship, something I can carry for years and eventually pass on. I am not in a rush and I would rather wait for the right person than get a rushed job from someone who churns out identical items on a schedule.
The idea is a compact bifold wallet in full-grain leather, ideally vegetable-tanned so it develops a nice patina over time. I am open to suggestions on the exact leather color, but I am leaning toward a deep chestnut brown or a rich cognac tone rather than plain black. I would like my initials embossed or hand-stitched discreetly on the inside flap or the corner, not something loud or oversized. Please share photos of similar previous work, the tools and stitching technique you use, and a rough timeline before we agree on anything.
I care about the details: the thread color, the edge finishing, the type of hardware if any is used, and how the wallet will hold up with daily use. I would also like at least one round of revisions on the placement and size of the monogram before the final stitching is done, since that part cannot be undone easily.
Requirements:
— Full-grain or vegetable-tanned leather in a brown or cognac shade (final color to be confirmed together)
— Compact bifold design with card slots and a bill compartment
— Hand-stitched or embossed initials placed discreetly
— Photos of the process at key stages before final assembly
— Clean edge finishing and durable stitching for daily carry
— Delivery with basic care instructions for the leather
The idea is a compact bifold wallet in full-grain leather, ideally vegetable-tanned so it develops a nice patina over time. I am open to suggestions on the exact leather color, but I am leaning toward a deep chestnut brown or a rich cognac tone rather than plain black. I would like my initials embossed or hand-stitched discreetly on the inside flap or the corner, not something loud or oversized. Please share photos of similar previous work, the tools and stitching technique you use, and a rough timeline before we agree on anything.
I care about the details: the thread color, the edge finishing, the type of hardware if any is used, and how the wallet will hold up with daily use. I would also like at least one round of revisions on the placement and size of the monogram before the final stitching is done, since that part cannot be undone easily.
Requirements:
— Full-grain or vegetable-tanned leather in a brown or cognac shade (final color to be confirmed together)
— Compact bifold design with card slots and a bill compartment
— Hand-stitched or embossed initials placed discreetly
— Photos of the process at key stages before final assembly
— Clean edge finishing and durable stitching for daily carry
— Delivery with basic care instructions for the leather
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