Hand-tooled • Hand-stitched • Made with character
Hand-tooled • Hand-stitched • Made with character
The story of Velarisse
Velarisse is a small leather studio making hand-tooled bags, wallets and custom pieces, one at a time, since 2023.
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Meet Skye, the creative mind behind Velarisse Leather. I’ve been working leather since launching in 2023, after being mentored by an exceptional teacher, Ken Trout, and I’m still learning something with every piece I make.
Each piece starts as a hand-drawn pattern. It’s carved and tooled by hand, then saddle-stitched with waxed thread, so the natural beauty of the leather and the maker’s touch both come through. The result is more than an accessory. It’s something with its own presence, ready to become part of your story.
The craft
Patterns are drawn by hand, then carved and stamped into the leather to give each piece its own character.
Saddle-stitched by hand with two needles and waxed thread. If a thread is ever cut, the seam stays locked instead of unravelling.
Edges are refined and the leather is conditioned to bring out its colour and depth, so it ages beautifully.
Our mission
Our pieces are made to be durable, beautiful and to leave a lasting impression. Every one is handmade with close attention to detail and can be bold or subtle, depending on what you like.
The right leather is chosen for every project, based on what’s being made and how it will be used. Durability, appearance, colour and stiffness are all weighed for each hide. Follow along to see what’s on the bench.
Have a piece in mind? A wallet with your own design, a belt, a bag in your colours. Let’s start a conversation.
