Sondera 1974 Studio Ethos

Sondera 1974 is a working leather studio in Atlanta, GA, where each handcrafted piece is made slowly and soulfully. With a love for the Southwest and an eye for imperfect beauty, I create these small-batch leather goods that are designed to be worn, weathered, and passed down...functional art with story.

✦ 1. Designed & Made by One Set of Hands
Every piece is conceptualized, patterned, cut, stitched, and finished by me. No mass-produced templates. No outsourcing. Just honest, one-of-a-kind leather goods made with intention.

✦ 2. Ethically Sourced, Soulfully Worked
I use responsibly sourced hides, many with visible scars and markings that tell a story of a life lived. Nothing here is over-sanitized or perfect. It’s real. Just like you.

✦ 3. Small Batch, Never Rushed
There are currently no machines in my studio. Just a slow rhythm... a ritual. Pieces are created in small numbers, allowing each design to evolve...slowly, thoughtfully, and without compromise.

✦ 4. Details That Carry Weight
From raw edges to beautiful grain and texture, every detail matters. It’s not just about function...it’s about feeling. These details are what make each piece quietly powerful and ready to be the perfect companion, truly making each piece one-of-a-kind.

✦ 5. Built with Integrity, Meant to Last
I design leather goods to be lived with, not just looked at. They’re built to patina, age, and endure...just like the stories they’ll go on to hold. Your stories. You get to finish the piece as a collaborator. Cheers to that journey of yours!