Following the projects for my Dad and Uncle, I wanted to try something even more bold for my third build. I paired Navy Croc-embossed cowhide with a Sunflower Yellow accent to see how a "pop of color" would elevate the luxury aesthetic
ANY TIPS OR FEEDBACKS PLEASE 🙆🏻♂️
Following the projects for my Dad and Uncle, I wanted to try something even more bold for my third build. I paired Navy Croc-embossed cowhide with a Sunflower Yellow accent to see how a "pop of color" would elevate the luxury aesthetic
Following the projects for my Dad and Uncle, I wanted to try something even more bold for my third build. I paired Navy Croc-embossed cowhide with a Sunflower Yellow accent to see how a "pop of color" would elevate the luxury aesthetic.
Following the projects for my Dad and Uncle, I wanted to try something even more bold for my third build. I paired Navy Croc-embossed cowhide with a Sunflower Yellow accent to see how a "pop of color" would elevate the luxury aesthetic.
ANY TIPS OR FEEDBACKS PLEASE 🙆🏻♂️
Following the projects for my Dad and Uncle, I wanted to try something even more bold for my third build. I paired Navy Croc-embossed cowhide with a Sunflower Yellow accent to see how a "pop of color" would elevate the luxury aesthetic.
Following the projects for my Dad and Uncle, I wanted to try something even more bold for my third build. I paired Navy Croc-embossed cowhide with a Sunflower Yellow accent to see how a "pop of color" would elevate the luxury aesthetic.
“IF ANY FEEDBACKS OR TIPS PLEASE”🙆🏻♂️
Following the encouraging response to the wallet I made for my Dad, I wanted to share my second major project: a matched set for my Uncle’s birthday.
This build was a significant step up in complexity. I decided to reverse the color hierarchy from my first piece to see how the navy croc-embossed leather looked as a primary accent against the black pebbled grain.
The Technical Details :
Interior : Added a dedicated snap-flap coin compartment along with the standard card slots.
Stitching: Hand-stitched at 3.0mm spacing using French pricking irons and white thread.
Edges: Hand-painted and burnished to 1000 grit. I’m still working without an electric creaser, so I focused on a clean, flush finish through patient sanding.
Following the encouraging response to the wallet I made for my Dad, I wanted to share my second major project: a matched set for my Uncle’s birthday.
This build was a significant step up in complexity. I decided to reverse the color hierarchy from my first piece to see how the navy croc-embossed leather looked as a primary accent against the black pebbled grain.
The Technical Details :
Interior : Added a dedicated snap-flap coin compartment along with the standard card slots.
Stitching: Hand-stitched at 3.0mm spacing using French pricking irons and white thread.
Edges: Hand-painted and burnished to 1000 grit. I’m still working without an electric creaser, so I focused on a clean, flush finish through patient sanding.
Growing up, I used to watch my grandfather craft leather in Kutch, Gujarat. Seeing him work stayed with me all these years, and I finally decided to start my own journey. I’ve invested in my own set of tools and am teaching myself the craft to carry on the family tradition in my own way.
Leather: Navy Croc-embossed cowhide (exterior) and Black pebbled leather (interior).
Stitching: Hand-stitched with 3.0mm French-style pricking irons (approx. 9 SPI).
Thread: white waxed polyester thread for a high-contrast look.
Edges: Multiple layers of edge paint, sanded between coats for a flush finish. Topped with Tokonole for a smooth final seal.
Dimensions: Standard 6-card slot bifold with a hidden pocket.
Growing up, I used to watch my grandfather craft leather in Kutch, Gujarat. Seeing him work stayed with me all these years, and I finally decided to start my own journey. I’ve invested in my own set of tools and am teaching myself the craft to carry on the family tradition in my own way.
Leather: Navy Croc-embossed cowhide (exterior) and Black pebbled leather (interior).
Stitching: Hand-stitched with 3.0mm French-style pricking irons (approx. 9 SPI).
Thread: white waxed polyester thread for a high-contrast look.
Edges: Multiple layers of edge paint, sanded between coats for a flush finish. Topped with Tokonole for a smooth final seal.
Dimensions: Standard 6-card slot bifold with a hidden pocket.