Makr is a small label designed, founded and run by designer Jason Gregory. This self taught leatherworker from Florida started making his first leather goods out of a beautiful antique leather camera bag that was passed down to him from his grandfather. At that time, he had been working for a local architecture firm that owned an industrial laser that was used to cut materials for building models. Wanting to make something that he could carry around and use all the time, Gregory experimented with the laser and leather. After much trial and error, he perfected his technique for creating beautiful, handmade wallets.

Still going strong four years after his initial launch, Gregory just launched 12 new sets of his leather goods. All products blend the tradition of handcraft with the contemporary. The leather is laser etched, hand sewn an all materials are carefully selected and every item is designed, patterned and cut in house. Pieces are produced in small quantities by an even smaller group of people, and all assembly is done by family-owned companies within the U.S.

We gave you the 411 on DB Clay last summer and now they have a ton of new designs just in time for the holidays. For those who don’t know, DB Clay makes amazing limited edition wallets from environmentally friendly gaffers tape. Each design is a limited run and once they are gone you are never going to see them again.

Be sure and check out this video of Alex Steckly, showing the process he used to design the new puzzle line. You’ll get a whole appreciation for what little pieces of art these things really are.

We are all familiar with the problem of trying to fit our keys, phone, pens and wallet in our pockets. If you are looking for something other than a man-purse to leave your pockets free, consider this wallet. It can be worn under the arm like a holster, as a waist pouch with a belt, or over the shoulder with a strap. The wallet is ideal for travel, keeping your belongings safe. Individually made and numbered in Italy. Water-repellent calfskin and polished nickel. Available in black, brown, or blonde. The wallet and various accessories such as the shoulder-strap shown can be purchased here.