Moxie & Oliver

Have you ever made a purchase that you were so happy with at the time, only to have the item fall apart on you just months after? Or, have you ever gone looking for a belt, guitar strap, or purse and thought they needed some color or pattern? If you have, then you understand exactly why I started Moxie & Oliver.

In 2004, after buying countless belts and purses that broke after just a few months of use, I decided the best way to find a belt and a purse that would withstand the test of time,e and that would reflect my personal style was to make one myself.  I have a background in art (a degree in, among other things, Interdisciplinary Visual Arts and a long history of taking art classes from local studios, even running an art camp as a kid), but no training in leather.  Young, optimistic, and adventurous, I bought some supplies and taught myself.

I am so proud to say that over a decade later, I’ve reached expert status.  In 201,5 my book, Leathercrafted, was published by Fons & Porter. I also teach leathercraft classes out of my Seattle studio, hoping to inspire a new generation of leatherworkers.  Last, and certainly not least, I’ve created a line of leather goods that you can collect – they break in, not down.  Each piece softens as it ages and develops a wonderful patina, and our attention to detail and time-tested construction methods ensure that the piece you purchase is heirloom-quality.