[...] the work of Chris Kelly of Topanga Creek Outpost; they echo the sublime hand-sewn leather goods and home furnishings produced during the golden age of the Arts and Crafts movement.Forbes Magazine, August, 2025
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How We Choose Leather
Leather is a versatile natural material that comes from animal skin, also known as hide, and is processed by a tanner. Depending on the tanning process the skin is treated with, different types of leather is produced for different applications.
We source our hides from top tanneries around the country. We mostly work with top grain and full grain leather which are the highest grades for durability, strengh, and its unique characteristics.
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Leather Crafting Tools That Help Us Make Beautiful Products
Behind every finished piece is a studio equipped for precision. We rely on professional-grade, industry-leading leather tools and machines to control every detail, from clean cuts to perfectly finished edges. This equipment allows us to work efficiently without rushing the process, ensuring consistency, repeatability, and the level of refinement our clients expect, even at larger scales.
About Topanga Creek
From our studio in Topanga Canyon which is known as Los Angeles' creative enclave, we handcraft refined leather goods using environmentally responsible full-grain hides. Our work extends beyond collection of everyday goods such as belts, wallets, and bags. We also partner with designers and architects to create custom leather accents that highlight craftsmanship, authenticity, and natural materials. Read more about us.