Leather Insights: Navigating Patina, Styles, and Traditional Craftsmanship
A ColsenKeane Blog.
Celebrating Charlotte’s First Michelin Star: Counter- and ColsenKeane
Charlotte has earned its first Michelin Star, thanks to Sam Hart and the team at Counter. We are proud that our No. R201 Check Presenter has been part of their dining experience for years. This recognition celebrates the craft, creativity, and heart in Charlotte’s food community, and we are honored to play a small part in that story. Congratulations to Sam and the entire Counter team.
Celebrating Charlotte’s First Michelin Star
Charlotte just reached a new milestone. Counter, led by chef Sam Hart, has earned the city’s first Michelin Star. It is an incredible achievement and one that feels completely fitting...
Saddle Soaps & Conditioners: A Quick Guide
Caring for leathers, what do I use?
Avoid These Leather Care Mistakes: A Short Guide to Saddle Soap and Oils.
Caring for leather can feel confusing, especially when every product claims to clean, condition, or protect. The truth is that different leathers respond differently to soaps, oils, and cleaners, and...
What If My Bag Gets Wet?
Embrace the chaos that weather brings.
What Happens If Full-Grain Leather Gets Wet?
When Full-Grain Leather Meets the Rain: What Really Happens to Your Heirloom Piece (Scroll down if you want the fix instead of the how and why) At ColsenKeane, every product...
Our Products and Their Journeys
“Be well, do good work, and keep in touch.”
A Blog About Our Products and Their Journeys: “Be well, do good work, and keep in touch.”
We’re not just handcrafting leather goods. We’re building pieces that hold meaning, memory, and movement. We’re making things that carry more than your laptop or passport. They carry your story. Thank...
The School of Leather
Where community and craftsmanship meet.
Four Days, Twelve Hands, Six Satchels: Crafting Memories and Community at The School of Leather
Last week, over the course of four days, six participants from across the country gathered in our Charlotte, North Carolina studio to gain knowledge and community. With folks from Montana, Maine, Connecticut,...
Satchel Showdown
How do you choose the right satchel for you?
Satchel Showdown: Unveiling the Distinctive Charms of Three Styles
Let's talk about which Satchel should be your sidekick. We know you are an impact-maker, in your world and in the world of others'. You know we are a small...
Shop Our Three Satchel Styles
You've read about their differences, now put your new knowledge to the test.
What If I Scratch It?
EMBRACE IT!
Unveiling the Beauty: A Journey into the Enigmatic World of Leather Patina
One of the best qualities of full-grain leather (learn about the importance of selecting Full Grain leather for your heirloom-quality goods here) is that it is exceptionally high quality and requires...
