The Minimalist-ist: DIY Leather Wallet Kit

Craft a Wallet. Learn a Skill. Carry It for Life.

Whether you’re new to leatherworking or just looking for a low-commitment way to get your hands busy, The Minimalist-ist DIY kit makes it easy to create something that’s functional, beautiful, and truly handmade. No experience? No problem. This beginner-friendly project guides you step-by-step through the process of crafting a premium minimalist wallet from real leather—complete with finishing materials and a stitch that looks straight out of a Parisian atelier.

Inside the kit, you’ll find everything you need to make your own wallet that holds 8+ cards and cash at the same time. Over time, the leather forms perfectly to your needs, stretching and shaping with use. Choose your leather color when ordering—Emerald City Green, Tobacco Tan, or Enchanted Espresso—and mix or match with one of three included thread colors: brass, black, or red.

What really sets this kit apart? The pre-cut leather includes our proprietary stitch holes, specially designed to mimic the elegant angles of a French stitching iron. Unlike most kits with cheap round holes, this unique feature helps even first-timers create tight, professional-looking stitches without needing expensive tools or years of experience.

🪡 What’s Inside the Kit:

• 2 pieces of premium leather, pre-cut and prepped with angled stitch holes
• 1 bonus piece of practice leather
• 3 pre-measured waxed polyester thread options: brass, black, and red
• 2 specialty leather stitching needles
• 3 grits of sandpaper for a flawless edge finish
• Edge Kote and applicator tool
• Tokonole burnishing gum + burnishing cloth
• Thread snips
• Access to a step-by-step walkthrough video that shows you exactly how to stitch, finish, and finesse every detail

🛠️ You’ll Also Need (Not Included):

• A lighter to seal your thread ends
• Optional: a stitching pony/clamp (not required, but highly recommended)

📦 Good to Know:

• No prior leather experience required
• Great for teens and adults (recommended 10+ with supervision)
• Project takes about 1–1.5 hours to complete
• Makes a thoughtful gift for crafters, DIYers, or anyone who loves working with their hands

The Minimalist-ist is more than just a wallet—it’s a hands-on introduction to traditional leathercraft with modern design sensibilities. You’ll walk away with a piece that’s not only practical, but proudly made by you.