Tell us what you have in mind
A photo and a few sentences are usually enough to begin. Let us know what you want made, what you already have, and what styles or materials catch your eye.
Custom Work
A custom piece starts with a conversation.
You may have a knife that needs new handles, a piece of material you have been saving, or only a rough idea. We will talk through what you want and build the project around the material, the intended use, and your budget.
How custom work happens
From an idea to a finished piece
Custom work is a back-and-forth process. We talk first, look closely at the materials, settle on a plan, and keep you informed as the piece takes shape.
Look at the piece and material
If you are providing a knife, buckle, or material, we check its dimensions, condition, pattern, and stability before deciding what will work.
Settle on the plan
Once the direction is clear, we agree on the design, price, timing, and who is supplying each part.
Make and finish the piece
The material is cut, fitted, shaped, sanded, and polished. We photograph the finished work and include the material information that belongs with it.
Getting started
You do not need every detail figured out.
A few photos and approximate measurements are usually enough for the first conversation. If you already own the knife, buckle, or material, include pictures from several angles. If you are starting with an idea, examples of colors, patterns, or past pieces you like can be just as helpful.
We will ask follow-up questions as needed and let you know whether the project is a good fit. Before any work begins, you will know the expected price, general timeline, and what materials will be used.
Custom work and custom-work deposits are nonrefundable because deposits are used to purchase project materials and supplies. We require an acknowledgment of that policy before accepting a deposit or final payment.
Natural materials
No two pieces come out exactly the same.
Color, pattern, fractures, and internal structure change from one area of a material to another. We can work toward a style or overall look, but the individual character of the material will always be part of the result.