Handmade Wallets

A wallet is both a fashion accessory and an indispensable practical thing that most people use every day. This is not only a temporary depository of money, but also a device for carrying other small everyday things: plastic cards, tickets, business cards. And handmade wallets also emphasize the status and good taste of the owner.

Today, custom-made wallets are acquired not only by well-to-do people. Much to taste is not Chinese consumer goods, released by millions of copies on the conveyor, but the handmade work of the master, who with a soul fits into every object made by him. In addition, many note that factory wallets, due to frequent use, are soon able to fray, tear and lose their presentation.

Both owners and craftsmen who manufacture wallets note the following merits:

• The tanner who works on the item will use only natural material of high quality - he is just familiar to him. Therefore, unlike factory-made, such accessories are always guaranteed to be made of genuine leather.
• The whole process, including cutting, flashing, leveling, takes place under the control of the master. He is fully responsible for his work.
• Such products have high artistic value. And custom-made will be the only unique copies.

Of the shortcomings of handmade wallets can be noted only one - their value. But it does not stop buyers - for the virtuoso work of the master and high quality are willing to pay any money.

Men's wallets have several traditional models. Most often, the order choose one of the classic forms. And the difference may be in additional compartments and pockets, decorative trim and logo stripe. Men often try to choose the minimum decor - their purses look strict and brutal.

The classic form of a men's wallet is a square that unfolds like a book. Bills in it are usually bent in half, and the side compartments are used to store cards, business cards and other items. Most often it closes on a metal button. The originality of such products can be supplemented with engraving, embossing, stripe decor of leather, metal or coarse fabrics.

Another model for men is a purse, which has a vertical rectangular shape. It is usually worn in the inner pocket of a jacket or jacket. Most of all, it looks like a passport cover, with only a lot of compartments. Fasteners usually have no such accessory. Thanks to the wizard, you can create many original versions of this type of wallet.

Women's wallets, unlike men's, have a greater variety of shapes and designs. Ladies usually choose a purse of such size that it fit into a handbag without any problems. But there are options when the accessory is used in the form of a clutch bag, then it is carried in the hands.

Most often, women use the classic rectangular model. The proportions of height and length in such products will be approximately 1: 2 or 1: 2.5. It is implied that banknotes in them are placed entirely without bending. This is the main difference from the classic male model. They fasten with a button or a metal fastener located at the bottom of the front of the wallet. But if the product is made to order, then other options are possible: velcro, buttons, zippers.

A special variant of a female purse clutch is a small handbag in the form of an envelope. Usually it does not have a strap or handle. Clutch is worn in the hands or under the arm. This product is especially fond of fashionistas who use it in combination with certain outfits, emphasizing their grace. But as a purse, it also performs everyday practical functions.

In the manufacture of women's wallets masters can show imagination and make, for example, this accessory in the shape of a heart, some pet or a flower. The choice of colors and decor is almost unlimited.

Wallets to order with engraving can perfectly highlight the exquisite taste of the owner. Some people prefer to put their initials or full name on the surface, others order corporate sets with the name of the company, others just want to have some catch phrase or funny saying on their personal subject. It is worth remembering the wallet from the hero of the film "Pulp Fiction" with a very cheerful inscription.

Engraving on the wallet is performed using special tools by burning or using a laser. Genuine leather is a very unpredictable material, to obtain a smooth lettering, it must be very good tanning. Therefore, engraving with perfect uniform edges will indicate excellent skin condition. Another advantage of such models is that they can be presented as a gift by making a greeting inscription on the front.

Handmade embossed wallets are processed mechanically. Many tools are used to make them - an experienced craftsman has dozens of incisors, scrapers, needles and other tools in his set. Therefore, such accessories, made to order, will be of high value, but they look impressive. They are most able to emphasize individuality and originality.

The size of the wallet should, above all, correspond to the practicality and convenience of wearing with outerwear. Women's models should be placed freely in a handbag, and men's wear without problems in a pocket of trousers, a jacket or jacket. This does not apply to clutches that are worn in the hands, but they should not be made too large.

Optimum sizes for classic wallets:

• for women: length 20–25 cm, height 9–12 cm;

• for men: length 12-15 cm, height 9-12 cm;

• in the form of a purse: width 8 - 10 cm, height 13 -15 cm.

In addition, there is a whole system of selection of wallet sizes according to Feng Shui. According to this theory, there are positive and negative segments of length, width and thickness. If you choose the right options, you can achieve success not only in financial affairs, but also in many other areas of life.

If men usually have strict non-bright colors and monotonous design, then for women it is possible to order the brightest palette with cheerful patterns and romantic drawings. The most preferred colors for men's wallets: beige, brown, black, dark green. Women most often choose pink, yellow, white shades and various colored textures.

Feng Shui also implies the dependence of the color of the wallet on the elements peculiar to the owner in accordance with the date of his birth. There are 5 types of elements, each of which includes its own set of shades.

Most often, hand-made wallets are made from different types of leather. This material is durable and durable; it lends itself well to cutting, sewing and embossing. A very good option - products from natural smooth leather, with a representative appearance and gloss. There are other varieties: tanned, boiled, eco-leather. What kind of leather an accessory is made of will affect the durability and wear resistance of the wallet.

Products from suede will also have sufficient strength and long service life.Thanks to the pleasant to the touch rough surface, such wallets have an original appearance.

When choosing a handmade wallet you should pay attention to the flatness of the seams, the uniformity of the material, the absence of cuts and other defects. On high-quality leather, all engraving fragments should be perfectly smooth. Before purchasing, you should try the wallet in your pocket or bag - it should fit comfortably there. In general, handicraft means guaranteed quality, but a preliminary check will never be superfluous.

Women's wallets should be chosen so that they are in harmony in color with the bag in which they are worn. And clutches are also selected in accordance with the used outfit.

Of the brand new hand-made wallets worth noting:

• SEJUE vintage brown men's wallet made from genuine leather with polyester pads;

• elegant purse oblong form QIGER, having a strict business style;

• purse embossed Bicolor delicate coffee color.

The following models are perfect for people who appreciate elegance and style:

• men's wallets and purses from the talented master Gmleather;

• minimalist design clutch for women Skin_and_Skill;

• Brown leather wallet by artisan Drakkar.