FAQ’s
Do you do any custom work?
No, we do not offer any custom work or variations on our products.
Do you offer wholesale or consignment on items?
We do offer wholesale on some of our items for large purchases or to sell Kinshop items in store. If you are interested in an order like this, reach out to us via our “contact” form to specify what it is you’re looking for.
Where can I find your items in-person?
Kinshop items can be bought in-person at the following locations:
- Oddfellows Bakery | Salmon, ID
- Beaverhead Gear Exchange | Salmon, ID
- The Village at North Fork | North Fork, ID
- NRS | Moscow, ID
You can also find us at various maker markets throughout the year. Additionally, we now offer a couple of in-person leather workshops and Kinshop open-studio days where you can see our products and process up close and personal. Subscribe to our newsletter and follow along with us on Instagram to stay up to date with the in-person events.
Can I get my order sooner?
If you need your item more quickly, please specify so in the “comments” section during checkout. While we can not guarantee faster shipping, we will do our absolute best to meet your request.
This item is not what I expected. What can you do for me?
Check out our "returns/exchanges" page here. Please note that we do NOT accept returns or exchanges on sale items, custom work, or belts. If you’re still unsure, reach out to us via our “contact” form.
I think you may have accidentally sent me the wrong item…?
That’s embarrassing. Please reach out via the “contact” form and we’ll get back to you shortly to help fix the problem.
How do you make your products?
All of our products are made in our small studio in Salmon, Idaho. We use a combination of traditional craftsman techniques, such as hand-stitching, beveling, and edge burnishing, as well modern technology, such as a laser cutter and an industrial sewing machine, to create our items. They are made in small batches by your-truly. Follow along with us on Instagram and sign up for our frequently infrequent newsletter to get a glimpse into our production.
From where do you source your materials?
Our U.S. cowhides come from Weaver Leather, a leather supplier located in Mt. Hope, OH that specializes in high quality leather from some of the world’s top tanneries. We also source the majority of our leather working tools from Weaver.
Our wood is sourced from Ocooch Hardwoods, a small family-owned lumber company in Viola, WI.
Our hardware is all solid brass and sourced from Buckleguy, located in Newportbury, MA.
How do I care for my leather goods?
You can expect your new leather good to feel somewhat stiff at first but you should see it begin to patina within the first couple of weeks. This patina process acts as a sort of natural softener and conditioner. However, if you’d like to give your item a little extra loving, I’d recommend this leather conditioner. If you need to spot clean your leather, you can use a bit of warm water and gentle soap. Just allow it time to dry in a flat spot so that it doesn’t develop any warping.
