Our Story
A Simple BeginningLandmade Co. was born from the frustration of not knowing what was in the products I was buying and a desire to reclaim value from materials that are often thrown away.
From Science to Stewardship
Before starting Landmade, I worked as a scientist specializing in bovine embryo culture - a field that required precision, patience, and a respect for nature. My work focused on helping local producers improve pregnancy rates, increasing herd productivity and profitability.
A Shift in Perspective
Once I became a mother, I really began to look at the ingredients and methods used to produce the goods I brought into my home. Phrases like “proprietary blends” and elusive wording made it impossible to know what I was actually buying. I was frustrated by the lack of transparency.
From Hide to Home
At the same time, I began to develop relationships with the local farmers we purchased our freezer beef and mutton from. When I discovered that many of the hides from these animals were being discarded, I decided to take them home and learn how to tan them myself.
What started as curiosity gave me a deeper appreciation for traditional bark-tanning methods, the natural materials they rely on, and just how much value was being lost when these hides were thrown away.
As Landmade grew, I found a local tannery using the same traditional, natural methods I had chosen for my own work. That shared approach grew into a partnership - keeping the tanning close to home while allowing me to focus on turning the finished leather into thoughtfully made goods.
At its core, Landmade is about knowing where our materials come from and respecting the people and animals behind them. We partner with local farmers who raise their animals with integrity, reclaim value from hides and other materials that might otherwise go to waste, and work with natural ingredients and methods we can be transparent about.
What began with a discarded hide has grown into a studio centered around local agriculture, thoughtful craftsmanship, and putting good materials to good use.
These values lie at the heart of Landmade Co.
Interested in working together?
Whether you have hides to put to good use, an idea you’d like to bring to life, or simply want to learn more about the work happening here, I’d love to hear from you!