SISTER EPIC is a conceptual handbag brand designed for functional life + the intentional collector. Designing and bringing art to life through beautifully crafted handbags, our made-to-order pieces are constructed with perfection in Pittsburgh, PA. We believe personal style is a reflection of this inner beauty and our appreciation for it — in all shapes and forms – starts from this foundation. Our existence is dedicated to this poetic, everyday beauty. This inspiration and a balanced influence of geometry, minimalism, and captivating textures are integrated into our limited release capsule collections. Our materials are hand- selected and sourced from the most ethical partners from around the world.http://www.sisterepic.com
Jamie Murphy
Jamie graduated from the University of Pittsburgh, with a BA with a focus on painting. Working in leather allows her to translate her training in 2-dimensional art into 3-dimensional leather art. Being a fabric artist has different freedoms than painting, it’s an addictive process in a very unforgiving medium. She sees designs in leather, as she sees ideas on a blank canvas. The organic edges and qualities of full grain hides inspire her designs which are dynamic and always evolving. Crisscrossing ideas of colors and designs make up the foundation of Luna Jaze. http://www.lunajaze.com
Randall Herold
Randall Herold’s collection features individually hand-crafted bags produced solely by the artist using the highest quality Italian leathers and unique precious/ semi-precious findings. Contemporary and primordial impulse are boldly integrated into each bag, consisting of as many as 150 hand-cut pieces that require multiple forming and stitching processes including French binding. Every cut, every stitch is faithful to balance – whether symmetrical or asymmetrical – and Old World craftsmanship. An attitude to the highest quality materials and tools, and an understanding of the needs the products serve epitomizes the essential craftsman of this work.http://randallheroldbags.com
William Elwood
Successfully juried into the guild in April, 2002.Been set up for nearly every F.I.P. since, with varying success.I am a self-taught leatherworker, with my own approach to what makes “Fine Craft”, and you’ll not find much like it elsewhere.My prices are fair, and my guarantee is iron-clad:” Unless you feed it to the dog, or run over it with the lawnmower, I will endeavor to fix it, or get you your money back.”