How We Met Lorenzo, Guatemalan Leather Artisan
Cuero Malec is a leather shop in Samayac founded by Lorenzo Xum Ortiz. Lorenzo began working with leather when he was ten years old, and now he employs around 10 to...
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Moroccan Leather: Stunning with a Side of Temporary Stink
When it comes to leather, Morocco is a force to be reckoned with. Moroccan leather is known to be some of the highest quality leather in the world. The country...