Doubleby Leathergoods began when my messenger bag fell apart. Rather than spend the money to purchase another bag that would fall apart again in a few years, I decided to buy some leather and tools and make my own. That first project wasn’t great – I used the wrong tools for some things and the right tools for things they shouldn’t be used for, my stitch lines were all over the place, and my dye-job was splotchy at best. But, it was a messenger bag and it was sturdy. Since then, I’ve kept at it. I’ve acquired better tools (and the knowledge of what they’re used for), my stitch lines are precise, and in most cases I’ve found that if I leave the dyeing to the tanneries, I finish with a better product.
While my skills, materials, and tools improved, I am still committed to the hand-made process. To that end, I design, hand-stitch, and finish all my products personally in Columbus, OH.
Another important aspect of Doubleby Leathergoods is your involvement. While I do have some stuff that I’ve made that is ready for purchase, I primarily work on commission. This largely stems from my own experience never being quite satisfied with the various pre-made wallets I received as gifts throughout the years. I want to work directly with you to bring you the design, style, and materials that you are looking for. I consider the creation of a wallet/clutch/belt/purse/etc. to be a collaborative process with you in order to bring your idea to reality.
Doubleby Leathergoods isn’t mass market and it isn’t fast. This is handcrafted quality, custom made to fit your style.