Handcrafted Leather Goods

2 Handcrafted Leather Goods Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 8th, 2024

Handcrafted leather goods offer a straightforward yet rewarding business opportunity.

Imagine the appeal of beautifully crafted wallets, belts, bags, and other leather essentials. This business involves sourcing high-quality leather, mastering the techniques of leathercraft, and creating unique products that resonate with consumers. The tactile nature of leather and the durability of well-made pieces can set your creations apart in a crowded market.

Getting started requires some modest investment in tools and materials, alongside a willingness to learn and perfect the craft. Yet, the satisfaction of producing tangible, long-lasting goods can make it all worthwhile. Those interested need to be prepared for meticulous and patient work, but the end products have a timeless appeal that can foster a loyal customer base.

If you cherish creativity and have a penchant for detail, handcrafted leather goods can be both a fulfilling and lucrative endeavor.

In this list, you'll find real-world handcrafted leather goods success stories and very profitable examples of starting a handcrafted leather goods that makes money.

1. RedlineGoods ($1.2M/year)

Mike, the founder of RedlineGoods, came up with the idea for his specialty automotive interior accessories business when his girlfriend complained about the drab interior of his Nissan 300ZX. After posting pictures of a new shift boot he had made on a car forum, he received 49 replies from people asking where they could get one. Realizing the potential for a side income, he started the business, which has now grown to over $1 million in annual revenue and offers over 2500 unique products.

How much money it makes: $1.2M/year
How much did it cost to start: $1K
How many people on the team: 4

We Grew Our Leather Car Accessories Family Business To $1.2M/year

RedlineGoods, a specialty automotive interior accessories site, went from a small family business of three people to a $1M+ operation with over 2,500 unique products sold to more than 100,000 customers over the past 20 years; their success stems from being obsessed with quality and utilizing digital marketing strategies.

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2. American Bench Craft ($1.2M/year)

Jason and his brother Chris came up with the idea for American Bench Craft after Jason's wallet fell apart and he envisioned a seamless leather wallet using rivets instead of stitching. They launched a Kickstarter campaign in 2014, sold $20K worth of products in 30 days, and have since grown the business into a seven-figure company with over 100 products. They plan to double their revenue in the next year and build a custom workshop with fun amenities for their employees.

How much money it makes: $1.2M/year
How many people on the team: 8

We Started A Leather Manufacturing Business From Our Parents Garage [$1.2M/Year]

American Bench Craft, a Veteran-owned leather goods manufacturer, shares their success story, with an annual revenue of over $1 million, due to their unique designs, sustainable sourcing, and reliable American craftsmanship, as well as their use of Klaviyo and local PR for marketing, and their focus on direct-to-consumer sales and corporate gifts.

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