hand made creations
About us
Here, every item is crafted with patience and intention, embracing a slower, more personalized pace to ensure quality and uniqueness. As a hobby-turned-business, we cherish the artistry behind each creation, offering one-of-a-kind pieces through local independent stores and custom commissions. Our commitment to selling locally allows us to connect with our community, while commissioned work lets us collaborate directly with individuals to bring their unique visions to life.
Whether you’re browsing in a one of the below Chicago shops, or working with us to create something truly special, we’re honored to create with you.
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Leather Bags
Every leather bag is crafted with precision and individuality in mind. Made to order from a single hide, each piece is dyed, cut, and hand-stitched from scratch—ensuring authenticity in every detail. While you may find a select few pre-made bags in local Chicago shops, true customization lies in commissioning your own. From the color of the leather to the stitching color, flap shapes, engravings, and attachments, every element can be tailored to match your style and needs. No two bags are ever the same—each one carries the mark of craftsmanship and personal expression.
Where to buy:
The Alley, Logan Arch
Price:
Starting at $250
Leather Wallets
Each leather wallet is crafted with individuality and function in mind, built from scratch to match your chosen leather color and stitching details. Whether engraved with names or images, fully painted with a custom design, or selected from existing patterns, each wallet carries a distinct touch of craftsmanship. From sleek bi-folds to single-pocket wallets, passport holders, and lanyard-style wallets with multiple compartments, every piece is designed to suit your style and needs.
Where to buy:
The Alley, The Insect Aslyum
Price:
Starting at $50
Leather Wallets
Each leather wallet is crafted with individuality and function in mind, built from scratch to match your chosen leather color and stitching details. Whether engraved with names or images, fully painted with a custom design, or selected from existing patterns, each wallet carries a distinct touch of craftsmanship. From sleek bi-folds to single-pocket wallets, passport holders, and lanyard-style wallets with multiple compartments, every piece is designed to suit your style and needs.
Where to buy:
The Alley, The Insect Aslyum
Price:
Starting at $50
3D Wood Pet Portraits
Every wooden pet portrait is a layered tribute to your companion’s spirit, crafted with care and artistic precision. Using stacked wood and accents of hand-painted acrylic, each piece captures depth and dimension that brings your pet to life. From the expressive brushwork to the carefully placed contours, the portrait mirrors their unique features with soulful accuracy. The eyes—formed from hand-painted acrylic—are the heart of the piece, offering a lifelike gaze that feels as familiar as your pet’s own. No two portraits are ever alike; each one is a personal reflection, immortalizing the bond you share in tangible form.
Where to buy:
See one in person at Barksville!
Price:
Starting at $150
Leather Accessories
Every leather accessory is crafted with individuality and durability at its core, reflecting both purpose and personal style. From rugged belts and travel-ready knife rolls to expressive dog collars and hand-formed hats, each item is built from scratch to your specifications. Whether you’re selecting the perfect stitch color, requesting custom engravings, or opting for a painted design, every detail is an opportunity for customization. Dice trays, key chains, and other small goods are no exception—they’re designed to be just as functional as they are uniquely yours. No matter the piece, it carries the mark of meticulous craftsmanship and personal expression.
Where to buy:
The Alley, The Insect Aslyum
Price:
Starting at $20
Leather Accessories
Every leather accessory is crafted with individuality and durability at its core, reflecting both purpose and personal style. From rugged belts and travel-ready knife rolls to expressive dog collars and hand-formed hats, each item is built from scratch to your specifications. Whether you’re selecting the perfect stitch color, requesting custom engravings, or opting for a painted design, every detail is an opportunity for customization. Dice trays, key chains, and other small goods are no exception—they’re designed to be just as functional as they are uniquely yours. No matter the piece, it carries the mark of meticulous craftsmanship and personal expression.
Where to buy:
The Alley, The Insect Aslyum
Price:
Starting at $20
Wood Crafts
Each piece—from hand-crafted National Park maps to intricately styled Ouija boards—is made with intention, detail, and a flair for storytelling. Whether it’s a layered wooden sign that echoes the spirit of an outdoor escape or a custom dice tray built for game-day, the craftsmanship always centers on visual impact and usability.
Where to buy:
Prism Games
Price:
Starting at $50
Small Gifts
Every leather accessory is crafted with individuality and durability at its core, reflecting both purpose and personal style. From rugged belts and travel-ready knife rolls to expressive dog collars and hand-formed hats, each item is built from scratch to your specifications. Whether you’re selecting the perfect stitch color, requesting custom engravings, or opting for a painted design, every detail is an opportunity for customization. Dice trays, key chains, and other small goods are no exception—they’re designed to be just as functional as they are uniquely yours. No matter the piece, it carries the mark of meticulous craftsmanship and personal expression.
Where to buy:
Prism games, The Insect Aslyum, Other World Theater, Dark Tower comics
Price:
Starting at $15
Small Gifts
from custom magnets to engraved leather patches—is crafted with individuality and visual impact in mind. Whether you’re hanging a holiday ornament, setting down a drink on a personalized coaster, or clipping on a one-of-a-kind keychain, each piece is designed to reflect your style. Coasters made from slate or leather feature custom imagery with crisp detail and lasting texture. Magnets and patches offer creative flexibility—painted, engraved, or layered—to elevate everyday use with a personal touch. Even the smallest items carry craftsmanship that makes them feel special, transforming simple accessories into memorable keepsakes.
Where to buy:
Prism games, The Insect Aslyum, Other World Theater, Dark Tower comics
Price:
Starting at $15
