Why a hand-stitched piece costs what it does

Days, not minutes

A hand-stitched bag represents days of careful work. Machine stitching is much faster. The price reflects the time and attention to detail behind every piece.

Cut leather components laid out before assembly

Hand-stitched saddle stitch

Two needles, one thread, worked by hand through every hole. Unlike a machine seam, a saddle-stitched seam is less likely to unravel if a stitch breaks.

Close-up of stitching, leather edges and zipper details on a bag

Leather that ages beautifully

Vegetable-tanned leather develops a rich patina with use, deepening in colour and character over time.

A single artisan

The same pair of hands cuts, marks, stitches, and finishes each piece. No assembly line.