Personalized Branding & Maker’s Marks

[Alan]

Having your own maker’s stamp or logo on every piece has become almost a badge of honor. We're seeing more and more designers use this.

Having one builds identity and pride in your work.
But for beginners, custom stamps and branding tools cost money and you’ll cringe if you mis-stamp a finished piece. Placing it in the wrong place, misaligned or just doesn't look good on the leather you used.

But overall, I think this is the way to go for anyone seriously thinking doing leathercraft.

 

[fluffyman]

When I had my maker's stamp, I said to myself, this is it, I am really on to something. I feel proud every time I finish a work and I see my name on the stamped leather.

 

[piggy8ank]

I love it, but I think less is more. the best branding is often hidden, like on the inside of a back pocket or the underside of a strap. a giant logo can sometimes take away from the beauty of the leather itself