“I have been working with leather for about nine years, and finding my own way to create things my whole life. It usually starts with the question ‘How can I do that myself?’ And down the rabbit hole I go!  

“I use full grain and top grain leathers, most of which are vegetable-tanned. These types of leathers make for the most durable, long-lasting products, if cared for properly. 

“I’d like to think I'm doing my part to fight back against fast-fashion—creating pieces that last, made from food-industry material that would otherwise end up in a landfill.”