Creating a piece of leather goods is a creative journey in several stages.
It all starts with an idea, often inspired by my daughters, trends, specific needs or simply an artistic vision. This idea takes shape on paper with detailed sketches and lots of discussions with customers.
I don’t know how to draw, so I like to make a prototype in paper, fabric or skai. This gives the end customer a better idea of the project.
Once the design has been finalised, the next step is to choose the materials: the type of leather, colour, texture, and the accessories that will complete the look.
Next, the pattern is made on cardboard, followed by the precise cutting of the leather for each part of the piece. The pieces often need to be slit if the fabric is thick and the edges trimmed to make them thinner.
The sewing can be done by hand or machine, and allows the elements to be assembled with care, guaranteeing solidity and aesthetics.
The finishing is crucial: polishing the edges, adding fasteners, buckles or other details that enhance the object. Finally, the piece is inspected, polished and ready to meet its owner.
