KaiaLeatherArt
Kaia Leather and Art from West Virginia
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Greetings! I am so glad that you have stopped in my shop. Everything that you see here and that I sell retail from home or in galleries has been made by me, the only artisan. I designed and updated the designs of every purse, hat, belt, pouch, or product. By hand-crafted, I mean I only use hand tools, except for my beloved industrial sewing machine. You can see how much I love nature in my designs, often modeled off artifacts that I pick up in the woods surrounding my house. In fact, my studio is more often one of my porches than inside. I use a variety of leather; I enjoy combining colors and textures for purses and pouches, and even the brims of the hats. Please contact me if you would like to purchase something, so that I can make sure you get the item that is perfect for your needs.
History: I had just moved to West Virginia and needed to make some money in 1982. So a few friends who had been doing leather work in California before moving here taught me the basics. From then until now, I have used my artistic design skills to create my own patterns, functional and decorative. I started with belts, but soon moved into wallets and purses. Hair barrettes, key fobs, small leather pouches, leather balls, and other small goods remain my most popular items. In the 1990s, I added art to my stock in trade, creating colored pencil drawings and printing art cards. I also collect antiquarian books.
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bjacobson976 on Oct 11, 2016
5 out of 5 starsbeautiful Hair Barrette ! detailed workmanship. I just love it. fast shipping.
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Elizabeth on Sep 13, 2016
1 out of 5 starsSame old thing every leather crafts man is selling thin belt leather barrettes. They are all way too thin to my liking. I want a thicker leather not this paper thin stuff. This one along with another one same thinness are tossed in a drawer. I won't be wearing either one too soon. The craftsman was fair in price and friendly. That helps but I don't like paper thin leather.
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Lesa on Sep 9, 2015
4 out of 5 starsNice but one of the holes was too close to the edge and has a small tear. Think I can repair.
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Laurie on Mar 10, 2015
5 out of 5 starsThis barrette is so nice and works great. It is much nicer than I expected. Love it! :)
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Terri on Jan 6, 2015
5 out of 5 starsI had these when I was growing up and haven't found another until now! I love it!!! I get a lot of compliments on it and it is so fun to wear.... thank you Kaia!
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Christina on Sep 29, 2014
5 out of 5 starsKaia made this change purse exactly to my specifications. The center zippered pocket holds coins and bills The slot on one side holds drivers license and 2 credit cards The side zippered pocket holds 2 small pill boxes. I'm all set! The leather is soft and the handcrafting is superb.
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littleismuch6 on May 13, 2014
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely Beautiful! Arrived well packaged and quick delivery!
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dlfoster1952 on Mar 4, 2014
5 out of 5 starsIt is exactly what I wanted. High quality leather and craftsmanship and it looks great!
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lady19582 on Jan 27, 2014
5 out of 5 starsI've been looking for so long to find someone who makes these stick barrettes and Kaia does a wonderful job! Now I'm anxious for the custom order to get here. Fast delivery too. Thank you for your professionalism & for sharing your craft.
About KaiaLeatherArt
Kaia makes leather goods and art and sells antique prints and engravings.
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Ms. Kaia
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I've been working with leather since 1982, creating all my own designs and patterns, both functional and decorative. I started drawing with colored pencils in the 1990s, and also collecting antique art, which I mat and frame for sale.
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