Meet a Maker: Vic Tesolin A Journey of Passion, Perseverance, and Precision

If you’re into woodworking, you’ve likely come across Vic Tesolin of Vic Tesolin Woodworks. Known for his minimalist approach and extensive expertise, Vic’s journey into woodworking was marked by passion, adaptability, and a desire to work with his hands. Vic met Michelle and Patrick from Leather By Dragonfly at a woodworking show. “I walked by their booth and was immediately struck by the quality of their work,” he says. They soon became friends, and Vic since has become a proud owner of several Leather By Dragonfly products.

Meet a MakerPatrick MelchiorSeptember 11, 2024woodworking, makerComment

Meet Doug Stidham: Marine Veteran, Master Photographer, and Happy Leather By Dragonfly Client

Doug Stidham of Doug Stidham Photography is a multi-talented craftsman, photographer, Marine veteran and satisfied owner of a Leather By Dragonfly bespoke leather apron. You won't want to miss: his 2025 All Female Veteran Pinup Calendar, available for preorder until Aug. 3, 2024!

Meet a MakerPatrick MelchiorJuly 29, 2024Doug Stidham, photography Comment

Sidekick XL Keeps a Builder’s Core Tools at the Ready

When professional carpenter and homebuilder David Parraguirre meets with a client or works in his shop, he takes a helper with him: his Leather By Dragonfly Sidekick XL. David, who is known on social media as The Mexican Carpenter, builds houses from start to finish and also remodels homes.

Meet a Maker, people, workPatrick MelchiorMarch 16, 2022David Parraguire, Sidekick XL, carpenter, builderComment

A Custom Leather Apron (or Four) of Her Own

Michelle Melchior isn’t just the co-founder of Leather By Dragonfly. She has four bespoke leather Dragonfly aprons of her own. She lovingly and painstakingly handcrafted each one herself — just like all of the premium leather goods Leather by Dragonfly offers.

Meet a Maker, people, work, fashionPatrick MelchiorApril 28, 2021Michelle Melchior, custom leather aprons, sewing, sewist, hairstylingComment

Metalworking Business Welds Family Traditions of Building and Creating

Alex Loos comes from a long line of blacksmiths and had a great grandfather who was an artist. He’s combined the traditions of building and creating in his business, Hans Noble Design. Tired of ruining his clothes in the shop, Alex opted for the protection and precise customization of a Custom Leather Heavyweight Apron.

Meet a Maker, people, workPatrick MelchiorMarch 29, 2021Alex Loos, metalsmith, blacksmith, custom leather apronsComment

A Fit-to-You Apron Provides Protection and Professionalism

Tattooer Schyler Ames owns two styles of Leather By Dragonfly aprons that he wears when working: a medium-weight Custom Leather Apron and a Tattoo Single Leg Apron.

Meet a Maker, people, workPatrick MelchiorMarch 24, 2021Schyler Ames, tattooer, tattoo artistComment

Soldier, Father, Teacher, Woodworker

We’ve had the pleasure of making two Custom Leather Shop Aprons for YouTuber and woodworker Jason Bent, including a black leather apron with beautiful green stitching. He’s not just a client. He and his wife, Nicole, have become friends.

people, work, Meet a MakerPatrick MelchiorMarch 8, 2021Jason Bent, custom leather apronsComment

When “Average” Just Won’t Do: A Custom Leather Work Apron Befitting a Custom Woodworker

With his Custom Leather Apron from Leather By Dragonfly, woodworker and cooking enthusiast Jevon Cheney can quickly grab his favorite tools, without looking. They’re right there on the apron. Jevon also is thrilled that his bespoke apron was designed to fit his 6-foot-5-inch frame perfectly.

people, work, Meet a MakerPatrick MelchiorFebruary 17, 2021Jevon Cheney, custom leather apronsComment

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