The body and tassels are made from a durable, yet exceptionally soft sage-colored suede cowhide. The tie is dark brown Horween Chromexcel. Saddle stitched with waxed linen thread. Simple, functional, beautiful . . .
Monday, February 28, 2011
Travel Pouch
Where does one store one's jewels whilst traveling? In this stylish and practical jewelry pouch, one might answer . . .
The body and tassels are made from a durable, yet exceptionally soft sage-colored suede cowhide. The tie is dark brown Horween Chromexcel. Saddle stitched with waxed linen thread. Simple, functional, beautiful . . .
The body and tassels are made from a durable, yet exceptionally soft sage-colored suede cowhide. The tie is dark brown Horween Chromexcel. Saddle stitched with waxed linen thread. Simple, functional, beautiful . . .
Friday, February 25, 2011
Harvey's Bag
Fresh off my workbench: A manly bag for a manly man, my brother-from-a-different-mother, Harvey. Just the right size to carry his papers, iPhone, pens, shades, weapons and other essential accessories. He's a busy guy with an important position, so he doesn't need to carry around much. But what he does carry needs to go in style! Enjoy, my friend . . .
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Thursday, February 24, 2011
Bracelets
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Bracelets - top to bottom, left to right
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Belts
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Belts - from left to right
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Bag Lady Rachelle in Lockhart, TX says:
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Hi David,
I was sitting down to write you a proper thank you note, but couldn't delay telling you what an insanely smokin' hot bag this is! I absolutely adore it. I love its straightforward, stunning beauty and the delicious leather smell. I had no idea you were hiding this incredible talent and I cannot thank you enough for including me as part of the elite DBS Handmade clientele.
All the best,
Rachelle
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Bag Dad Jerry (sorry, couldn't resist) from Durango, CO:
Hi David,
I've been using your belt pouch all the time. My camera and iPhone fit inside perfectly. The leather is soft and comfortable, but manages to hold it's shape so it's easy to open. The antler toggle and bead are nice touches. Together with the Bison and Kangaroo, I feel like a real mountain man!
We enjoyed your visit. I've attached a photo of you and Steven [his son, my brother] at the ski area. Still plenty of snow if you think you'll come out again soon.
Love, Dad
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| Left to right: Steven & David in Purgatory It's not so bad, really . . . |
Bag Lady Carole in Durango, CO says:
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Dear David:
A mother couldn't possibly ask for a better son than you. Well, even if I could, I doubt it would do me any good.
I simply love my bag, and so does everyone else! It's the perfect size and the style suits me to a "T". The "M" brand under the flap is always a nice surprise when I open it up. Makes me think of Michael [my son, one of her grandchildren], which I guess was the idea. OK, OK, already . . . I promise to babysit more often.
I haven't used the two pockets on the back yet, but they're really neat and will come in handy when we travel. Your dad and I think the strap's really neat too.
You can see from the photos that I've already messed up the stitching on the flap. But like you said, it doesn't make any difference. I will let you trim the threads when you come visit us again. And how soon can we expect you?
The most thoughtful birthday gift ever. Did Monica put you up to it?
Love,
Mom
Friday, February 11, 2011
The "Monique"
I decided a few things while making this bag for Monica, my beloved wife:
1. It would be called the Monique;
2. It should have a tassel; and
3. Monica knows a thing or two about bags . . .
Made mostly from chocolate "shrunken" Bison, the higher stress areas of the strap and the top edges near the brass zipper are Horween Chromexcel leather. The tassel--one of the few design elements requested that I actually agreed to construct--is soft Horween horsehide. Prominent, contrasting herringbone stitch details secure inside horsehide pockets designed to hold iPhone, pens, flashlight and a myriad of other small items. Other stitching techniques include my signature contrasting combination saddle/cross stitch. I also couldn't resist doing the matching color heart stitching to attached the handles to the body . . .
The result is a highly durable bag that's incredibly rich in color and texture, soft to the touch and a pleasure to carry everyday (at least so she says). Stylish, sexy and smart. Hence: The Monique.
1. It would be called the Monique;
2. It should have a tassel; and
3. Monica knows a thing or two about bags . . .
Made mostly from chocolate "shrunken" Bison, the higher stress areas of the strap and the top edges near the brass zipper are Horween Chromexcel leather. The tassel--one of the few design elements requested that I actually agreed to construct--is soft Horween horsehide. Prominent, contrasting herringbone stitch details secure inside horsehide pockets designed to hold iPhone, pens, flashlight and a myriad of other small items. Other stitching techniques include my signature contrasting combination saddle/cross stitch. I also couldn't resist doing the matching color heart stitching to attached the handles to the body . . .
The result is a highly durable bag that's incredibly rich in color and texture, soft to the touch and a pleasure to carry everyday (at least so she says). Stylish, sexy and smart. Hence: The Monique.
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It's My Bag
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What kind of bag does a guy who makes leather bags carry? Well, here it is . . .
Made from "tan" 5-7 oz. Horween horsehide (really a deep redish brown), with beavertail closure accent. Green 2-3 oz. Horween horsehide interior pen holders and pocket with deer antler button. Horse Shoe Brand stainless steel hardware by Jeremiah Watt.
Five sections of hide are joined together with baseball and running stitches to form the body of the bag. The leather is firm enough to keep it's shape, while remaining supple in its "pull-up" quality to patina nicely. Stitching is made from tan-colored waxed braided cord and brown waxed 3-ply linen thread. Straps are secured by #9 hand-hammered copper rivets and burrs. The adjustable shoulder strap is made up of multiple sections and layers. This not only increases strength and limits stretch, but also contributes to comfort.
Big enough to carry an inch-thick wad of 8 1/2 x 11 papers, plus plenty of business cards, a couple of pens and other miscellaneous items. Keys can be secured by the inside nickel-plated solid brass snap.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Bag Lady Cecily, in Austin says:
Hey David,
I love it.
The Italian and other leathers are of the highest quality and have the most beautiful rich leather smell that scents my whole bedroom. The different leathers are a big feature in the design.
The handbag itself is beautiful ~ with a very simple and organic style. Reminds me of a 16th C horse mounted postmaster’s bag.
It is also very functional, with just the right amount of pockets. I love the long one against the back ~ great for forms, papers, notes etc ~ keeps them from wrinkling. It is very firm and therefore easy to find everything inside it. The contents don’t all fall in a heap at the bottom. I can even put my camera inside, content that it is safe and protected.
The strap is firm and very strong and the hardware is solid, pretty and very interesting.
A lot of attention to detail has gone into the making of this bag, resulting in quite a unique piece.
I feel honored to have one. Truly I do.
Thanks for thinking of me when you made it.
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Bag Lady Wendy in the ATX says:
I'm out with my new bag and I just love it. I can't thank you enough for something that suits me so perfectly.
Wendy
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