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    Leather, Loyalty, and the Lives We Share with Dogs

    By[email protected] October 9, 2025October 9, 2025

    Leather, Loyalty, and the Lives We Share with DogsBy HideSmiths | Heritage Craftsmanship with a Modern Edge There’s a certain poetry to leather and dogs. Both start strong, take on the marks of a good life, and only get better with time. Around here, the two are inseparable — every collar, leash, and lead that…

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    A Story in Leather: Why Commissioned Pieces Matter

    By[email protected] September 9, 2025September 9, 2025

    A Story in Leather: Why Commissioned Pieces Matter Not long ago, I was asked to make a collar for a dog named Ludo. His owner reached out with a simple request: something strong, something handsome, and—most importantly—something that felt like it belonged to him. Now, I could have pulled a premade strap from a shelf,…

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    Upcycling with purpose

    By[email protected] August 4, 2025

    Upcycling with Purpose: Turning Stories into Leatherwork At HideSmiths, every piece we make has a story. Sometimes, that story starts not with a new hide, but with something meaningful sent in by a customer—a belt that’s been worn in just right, a strap from a well-traveled bag, or even a fragment of something once considered…

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    Why We Celebrate the 4th of July — And Why It Matters More Than Ever

    By[email protected] July 3, 2025July 3, 2025

    At HideSmiths, we make our goods the hard way—by hand, in small batches, with American-sourced leather and time-tested tools. We believe there’s value in things that take time. And this week, as we celebrate the 4th of July, we’re reminded that freedom is one of those things too. On July 4, 1776, a group of…

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    Ethical by Design: Why We Use American Vegetable-Tanned Leather

    By[email protected] May 14, 2025May 14, 2025

    At HideSmiths, every piece we create begins with a question: Is it worthy of lasting?In a world of shortcuts, disposability, and fast fashion our answer is rooted in a different kind of ethic—one shaped by careful sourcing, skilled hands, and a reverence for natural materials. That’s why we choose vegetable-tanned leather from American tanneries—not just…

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    A Brief history of leathercraft

    By[email protected] April 25, 2025April 25, 2025

    At HideSmiths, every leather piece we craft connects deeply to a story—one rooted in thousands of years of tradition, skill, and artistry. Leathercraft isn’t merely a trade; it’s an enduring legacy passed down through generations, evolving yet always respecting its storied past. Dating back to ancient civilizations, leathercraft began as a practical solution to everyday…

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    Herrmann Oak LEATHER Co.: Crafting Heritage Leather for Generations

    By[email protected] March 28, 2025

    Nestled in the heart of St. Louis, Missouri, Herrmann Oak Leather Co. has been a beacon of traditional American craftsmanship since 1881. At HideSmiths, our commitment to heritage craftsmanship with a modern edge means selecting materials that reflect authenticity, durability, and storied excellence—and Herrmann Oak leather perfectly embodies these values. The Legacy of Herrmann Oak…

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    The Art of Leather: Wickett & Craig’s Time-Honored Tanning Process

    By[email protected] March 5, 2025March 11, 2025

    The Art of Leather: Wickett & Craig’s Time-Honored Tanning Process At HideSmiths, we believe that the quality of leather starts with the tanning process, and few do it better than Wickett & Craig. Founded in 1867, Wickett & Craig has perfected the traditional vegetable tanning method, producing some of the finest bridle and harness leathers…

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    Forged in leather

    By[email protected] February 13, 2025March 11, 2025

    Forged in Leather: A Journey of Craft and Renewal In 2024, I found myself at an unexpected crossroads. Life had shifted in a way I hadn’t anticipated, presenting me with a rare and powerful opportunity—the chance to pause, reflect, and reevaluate what truly mattered. Amid the uncertainty, one truth emerged with undeniable clarity—I yearned to…

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