About
My name is Qi, and I’m the designer and maker behind Coast Craft.
Coast Craft began at my kitchen table while I was living in Franz Josef on the West Coast.
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I’ve always been drawn to the patina of aged leather – that soft sheen that develops with use and exposure, giving the material a unique character and personality. Every piece tells its own story.
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I started crafting leather wallets because I could never find one that I truly loved. So, I bought some tools, a piece of leather, and dove right in. When I finished my first wallet, I felt a deep sense of satisfaction. It amazed me how a simple piece of leather could become something so functional and beautiful.
From there, leather crafting became my greatest passion. What started as one wallet for myself quickly grew into multiple wallets. I also studied different leather crafting techniques to continuously improve my work.
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I believe it takes time to make a great wallet, and a lifetime to truly test it.
All of my products are designed to be accessible, essential pieces that age gracefully, becoming more unique with each passing year. Each item is hand-cut, hand-polished, hand-stitched, and hand-burnished.
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Enjoy!
Qi
