Too Good To Lose: Why Leather Always Stays In Style   Leather really is a beautiful material. That’s probably not a surprising thing to hear from a leatherworking blog, but we feel it bears repeating. Leather is warm, stylish, and incredibly long-lasting. Furthermore, no matter how the winds of fashion are blowing, it never seems to go out of style. In other words: it’s timeless. But what makes leather such a beloved material to work with? And why are we still using it for so many purposes today?   An Ancient Skill For as long as humans have been around we’ve sought to use leather f ..read more

New Year, New Hobby? Here’s Why Leatherworking Could Be The Craft For You Taking up a new hobby isn’t always as simple as it sounds. Maybe you’ve got the motivation, maybe you’ve even got the time, but finding a skill that will inspire you to keep going, that will set your creativity free, and - perhaps most importantly - that will result in work you’re truly proud of, can be a lot harder than you might think. Now, we can’t promise you that leatherworking will give you all those things. After all, everyone’s different and while we love the simple pleasure of seeing a leathercraft project throu ..read more

Need A New Coat This Winter? Here Are Three Reasons Why You Should Choose Real Leather Christmas is swiftly on its way and, for many of us, the cold weather and icy winds are already here. As the days get darker, it can be tempting to stay inside and keep warm, but it’s also important to see some daylight once in a while, which means wrapping up tight. Here at Leather Treasure, we know that a winter coat needs to be three things: cozy, warm, and stylish. On top of that, it always helps if it can stand up to a little wear and tear. We believe that a good leather coat can meet all of these goal ..read more

A Handcrafted Christmas: Five Gorgeous Gifts You Can Make From Leather When it comes to presents, the old adage almost always rings true - it’s the thought that counts. Presents are a chance for us to show how much we know and care about the people we love and what better way to do that than with a handmade gift? If you’ve got someone in your life who loves authentic craftsmanship and beautiful, stylish accessories, then this year is the perfect opportunity to show off your leatherworking skills with some gorgeous handmade gifts.   Today, we’ve put together a list of five easy gifts for b ..read more

Classy Leather Decoration Ideas For Christmas Are you hosting a Christmas gathering this year? If so, you’re probably wondering how to create an inviting, festive feel to your home decor.   This is the perfect moment to incorporate your love of leather into your home decorating scheme. The Table Your table will be the scene of cherished holiday memories. Make it extra memorable with unique leather containers spilling over with pinecones, evergreen branches, and delightful red holly berries. Go the extra mile by crafting adorable miniature snowmen out of leather, and placing them as a swee ..read more

Seasonal decorations are a great way to keep your home feeling fresh all year round. They offer a regular chance for change and a way for our homes to reflect the landscape outside. That being said, many people find it challenging to find seasonal decorations that don’t feel ‘tacky’ or mass-produced.  Here at Leather Treasure, we believe that leather decor is a classy and stylish way to bring Autumnal colors into your home. That’s why we’ve put together this list of five ways you can incorporate leather into your Thanksgiving decor.   1. Placemats and Coasters For many, Thanksgiving ..read more

Do you have that dress in your wardrobe that has been sitting there for several years, but you're not mentally ready to let go of it? Don't worry, we're not about to guilt trip you into giving it away – it might just be the inspiration you need to get your creative juices running. This is exactly what set our featured artisan, Mary Daniels on the path of discovery that birthed some of the most innovative, timeless and amazing leather designs you've come across. Mary has always been a fan of recycling and is an unabashed fashionista that loves to rock her own pieces. There's no doubt that this ..read more

Have you always wanted to design your own leather fashion accessories but felt like taking on a project that complex might be a little too ambitious? That’s what our featured artisan, Sabrina Lee, thought before she decided to take her leathercraft skills to the next level. After years of refining her craft, she finally developed the confidence she needed to create a fashionable work of art. Sabrina always wanted a Celine Handbag but wasn’t willing to pay the high price of high-end fashion accessories. She took matters into her own hands (literally) and designed her very own Celine Look-a-like ..read more

Authentic leather material is nearly impossible to replicate. Faux leather made a valiant effort as an eco-friendly alternative, but it must undergo a chemical process to make it as flexible as leather.  According to Popular Science, “most mainstream vegan leathers are made mainly from polyurethane leather (PU leather) which is not sustainable or even biodegradable." If you’re looking for a socially responsible material for DIY crafting or leatherworking, it’s best to stick with genuine leather. Besides leather, you could use other premium materials to create a variety of accessories ..read more

  Impress family and friends with your leather crafting skills and create meaningful handmade gifts for the holidays.  A hand-crafted gift shows a different level of commitment to the gift-giving process. The effort, creativity and craftsmanship of your handmade gift will stand out in today’s world of gift cards and electronics. To promote a naturalistic approach to gift-giving, we’ve compiled a list of simple gift ideas you can make from our Spanish leather hides. 1. CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS: Simple. Economical. Child-friendly. Crafting Christmas tree ornaments for the holid ..read more