Posted by Caroline Bagby
in Custom Inspiration on March 25, 2013
Turquoise, earth tones, hand-crafted goods and bright wovens are common characteristics of Southwest style. With spring officially in full-gear there’s no better time to dust off your silver and break out the blue.
The earthy goodness of Southwest style celebrates the raw beauty of nature by incorporating desert reds and cactus greens. Leathers are layered [...]
Posted by Tess
in Custom Inspiration,
For Customers on February 25, 2013
I was born and raised just outside Milwaukee, WI so I appreciate the Harley/motorcycle culture. Growing up, I had friends with Harley Davidson themed basements adorned with vintage bikes and custom leather goods. I nearly lost my hearing on the freeway during the 95th anniversary celebration as thousands of hogs rolled into town. In fact, [...]
Posted by Caroline Bagby
in Maker Spotlight on February 13, 2013
Linny Kenney describes the quality of her custom leather as, “sincerely the best out there.” She only uses the hide of free range, organically raised cows. Much like human’s skin being a reflection of internal health, a cow’s hide is a reflection of its diet and Linny insists on using the hide of grass-fed, chemical-free [...]
Posted by Pedro
in Custom Inspiration,
For Customers on July 27, 2012
Fall is around the corner. Looking for unique student gift ideas for your returning scholar? Have a CustomMade artisan create a truly one-of-a-kind accessory that will make your child the talk of the playground or the grad seminar (in a positive way). You can find inspiration for all sorts of items in our CustomMade galleries, [...]
Posted by Pedro
in Custom Inspiration,
For Customers on July 24, 2012
A custom saddle by CustomMade artisan Rett Goss of 2nd Chance Custom Leather is a 100% handmade, hard working work of art. Check out these completed custom saddles from Rett’s CustomMade portfolio and start imagining the unique custom saddle this 5th generation Montanan leatherworker can create for you and your horse.
Contact 2nd Chance Custom [...]
Posted by Pedro
in Custom Inspiration,
For Customers on July 17, 2012
What can a pair of custom cowboy boots say about you? CustomMade artisan Michael Mussett of Ghost Rider Boots is ready to help you make a statement.
“There is nothing like a pair of boots custom made exclusively for your feet,” writes the Denver-based custom boot maker. “We are here to help that next step [...]
Posted by Pedro
in Custom Inspiration,
For Customers on June 23, 2012
There’s no better way to get something truly made in America than to have a CustomMade artisan near you take your design idea and turn it into a unique, handmade 100% American product. From Maine to Hawaii, if you’re looking for patriotic gift ideas or want your next custom project to show you’re proud to [...]
Posted by Pedro in on June 21, 2012
Where can you get a one-of-a-kind steampunk costume or an outfit inspired by Celtic mythology? If you like the look and feel of leather in a daring, chic fantasy style, CustomMade artisan Morgan Heisler of Ragged Edge Leatherworks is your one-woman source for custom costume designs for any fantasy genre. Morgan hand sources premium and [...]
Posted by Pedro
in For Customers,
Maker Spotlight on June 14, 2012
You know the ones. Those shoes you just can’t find anywhere. Those wonderful, colorful, whimsical shoes that exist only in your imagination.
Now you can have those shoes custom made.
Mik Wright of Those Shoes can make your custom footwear dreams come true. His custom shoes are hand made from beautiful, soft, full grain leathers [...]
Posted by Pedro
in For Customers,
Maker Spotlight on May 24, 2012
Looking for custom gift ideas for a photography buff, frequent traveler, or a leather aficionado with a flair for fashion? Maybe a Father’s Day gift? CustomMade artisan Rich B. of Sizzlestrapz specializes in creating unique DSLR camera bags, doctor bags, and traveling bags for men and women custom designed to hold your belongings securely and [...]
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