3 essential steps to create your own bespoke wallet
Commissioning a custom leather item is a thrilling journey into personalization. It's an opportunity to express your individual style through the luxurious textures of premium leather and exotic skins. Each piece is a reflection of your unique taste, crafted to bring your vision into existence. Whether it's a wallet, belt, or other small leather good, the process of creating something bespoke is an intimate and rewarding experience.
Although Williams Handcrafted Co is in the early stages of establishing a swift method for designing custom leather goods, the company is eager to offer the chance to design and craft a personal item with you. This process may involve several steps, including communication through emails and phone calls, to ensure all necessary details are provided.
Step 1: Choosing Wallet style & functionality
Bi-Fold wallets
The classic “everyday carry” style
The bi-fold wallet is our timeless design, offering ample space to organize multiple cards and store your cash. The wallet's folded dimensions are 3.50" x 4.50", making it a comfortable size to fit in your back pocket or small handbag. Whether opting for fine premium leather as its cover or setting it apart with exotic skin, the wallet's functionality makes it an excellent choice for everyday use.
Trucker wallets
The Mission to carry everything
The Trucker Wallet is a style designed for those who do not want to crease their bills and prefer a full wallet. This wallet is designed with optimal space for customization, measuring 3.75” x 7.25” when folded. It features 8 card pockets and two cash sleeves for ample storage. If the Trucker wallet is too large for your preference but you appreciate the style, consider requesting a Mini Trucker wallet. This compact version features six card pockets and two sleeves for folded cash.
Minimalist wallets
Simplicity is key
Minimalist wallets come in various sizes, styles, and functions. They are designed to fit comfortably in your front pocket or small storage spaces, catering to your optimal preference. Minimalist wallets typically feature 2-4 card pockets, regardless of whether you choose to fold cash or not. Adding accessories like chains and belt loops can enhance both the security and style of your small leather goods.
Step 2: Choosing materials for your wallet
When selecting the appropriate leather or exotic skin for your custom leather goods, it is crucial to consider how you treat your possessions. Reflect on whether you tend to be rough with your belongings or if you take special care of items that are made to order.
Williams Handcrafted Co. is committed to providing you with the finest options tailored to your needs in design and functionality for leather goods. Our premium sourced leather and exotic skins represent not just a price, but a promise. The quality of materials used in your leather items is the key to their durability.
Premium Leather
Options of leather for you to seek
Premium leather refers to the outermost layer of the hide, also known as full-grain leather. This layer is the most premium part of the hide and offers exceptional quality. It comes in options ranging from firm to soft leather, including various textures and designs, guaranteeing durable products with a luxurious feel.
Genuine Exotic skins
Choosing a unique quality to amplify your wallet
Exotic skins each possess unique properties that contribute to their individual durability and patina effect. To discover more about each skin and determine which is the right fit for you, refer to my blog post: 10 Best exotic skin choices for small leather goods.
The availability of leather colors and exotic skins may be limited or out of stock, it's Encouraging to consider multiple color options for customization.
Step 3: Personalizing your wallet
Now that you have chosen a wallet style and materials, the personalization step allows you to add your unique touch with colors and designs, making your leather goods distinctively yours.
Sewing Thread
Colors to express your uniqueness
Constructed from polyester and wax, this leather sewing thread measures 0.8mm in thickness. Thread is available in a variety of colors to create a thematic design for your leather wallet.
Standard Hardware
Wallet chains & accessories
Hardware such as wallet chains, fasteners and money clips can truly revitalize your leather items. With a variety of standard options available, you can customize your wallet or other minimalist leather goods to your liking. Whether you're looking for a classic look or something more modern, the right hardware makes all the difference.
Leather Edge Paint Color
Create a theme to your wallet
Selecting the right edge paint color enhances the overall theme of your wallet. It's not just about aesthetics; it's about making a statement with your accessory. Whether you're aiming for a bold contrast or a subtle complement to the main color, the choice of edge paint can transform the look and feel of your wallet. Edge paint serves a purpose beyond aesthetics; it involves a special adhesive that seals and protects the leather edges from wear and tear.
Heat Foil stamping on Leather
Foil stamping
The ability to add names to leather goods may be restricted by the texture of the leather or the type of exotic skin used. Options include foil or non-foil stamping.
You can add your own custom stamp for heat foil pressing if desired. Our brand collaborates with a custom brass stamp maker in the USA to machine most designs. Adding this feature to your leather good involves a stamp fee, which covers the cost of creating your custom stamp and includes receiving the stamp with your order. Attach the desired image to your email.
The difference between overlay & Inlay designs
Overlay Designs
A design Over the cover
Overlay designs can infuse creativity and professionalism into your leather goods. An overlay could be an image or a texture of leather applied to boost the visual appeal of a project. It's placed on the exterior, offering both durability and style.
Inlay designs
A design in the cover
Inlay design in leather wallets is a craft that involves embedding a contrasting material or pattern into the wallet's surface. This technique adds texture and creates a unique look. Exotic leathers are frequently used for this purpose, especially as an accent on the wallet's cover. The range of inlay designs is vast, offering everything from understated details to striking, eye-catching motifs.
Functionality, Materials & Personalization
Crafting a Bespoke wallet involves three essential steps. First, select the style and functionality that best suits your needs, whether it's a bi-fold, trucker, or minimalist wallet. Next, choose the materials, from premium leather to genuine exotic skins, ensuring durability and aesthetics. Finally, personalize your wallet with unique touches, from thread color to hardware options, and consider special add-ons like personal brass stamps or intricate inlay and overlay designs to make it truly your own. Feel free to inquire about various customization options that may not be displayed when you're making a custom order.
