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