Victory Retrograde

08/07/2023

I have been working on my leather craft lately so everything else has kind of gotten pushed until I felt more confident. I’ve been working on this series of bags. I’m super happy with the way they turned out. They are my Garrison Brother’s Bourbon tribute bags. I like the product, the brand, the business so what a better way to show my 💚?

06/09/2022

A little Blue Jean inspiration with copper rivets and hardware and denim blue stitching. I need a name for this new pattern. Small and medium size maybe a large size next. The bee clasp just makes me smile.

05/09/2022

Trying out new types of rivets. You can make do with tools that you have, but the *right* tool for the job makes the experience of creativity more enjoyable. I must invest in the right tools!

05/09/2022

First time leather stamping anything other than my maker’s mark. I promise no real dragons were injured in the making of this project! Dragon scales stamped for a field note cover for a friend’s birthday. I need a real maul. Rockwood Green Bridle from

21/05/2022

Second and third project made on my I’m learning that leather takes 2-3 times as long. Learning to slow down is a challenge. These aren’t perfect but I learned a lot and also got to work on a slight patina leather dye. They are purposefully made to be worn horizontally on the belt. Put this in the “learning new skills” category

10/05/2022

First real project on my sewing machine. by made with soft calfskin hide.

09/05/2022

https://coloradoshoeschool.com/bag-making-class/ I am so excited for this opportunity to teach a class in such a beautiful place!

13/03/2022

Learning new skills Look at these amazing shoes! When in Colorado I am always in The Shining mode. The amazing canvas I used was by and the vinyl was by I love loved the process and highly recommend learning from the BEST instructors Annabel and Dan!

12/03/2022

Colorado Shoe School Who can top Handmade shoes and handmade bags for the ULTIMATE accessories???

, an amazing bag maker, has come to make sneakers this weekend. Who wants her to teach a bag making workshop at our studio? Check out her Instagram then Show your hands below.

06/02/2022

As a WandaVision fan myself, I have to say this glow in the dark embroidered wax canvas bag turned out super cute. I had to add a in as well because the Spider-Man turned out too good to just discard it. And his spidey eyes glow in the dark. Fun projects and the smile of the receiver always makes my day!