Trace of grey designs

Trace of grey designs creating one of a kind, handcrafted leather goods while celebrating your individuality. each piece is created the old world way...one at a time and all by hand.

"a trace of grey is that which permits a connection between something that is and something that is...well...different. a trace of grey is forgiving and accepting of clean lines of blacks and whites...but will always attempt to soften their borders. beauty can be found in that space where white is exposed as black and black is exposed as white...what bridges the two is a trace of grey." trace of g

rey designs is the combined effort of two creative spirits...claudia and monique. surrounded by beauty and inspiration...they spread their appreciation of "something different" in the form of "one of a kind" designs made from leather.

the Ariel wallet...in classic cognac with tan stitch detailing.The leather is another gorgeous vegetable tanned variety,...
03/28/2026

the Ariel wallet...in classic cognac with tan stitch detailing.

The leather is another gorgeous vegetable tanned variety, sourced from Italy. Thank you !

The slight glaze finish provides the lovely sheen and makes it extra soft to touch.

It'll wear so well.

meet Ariel...a new small wallet design.compact yet spacious...and fits in the palm of your hand.cash, coins, cards and w...
03/28/2026

meet Ariel...a new small wallet design.

compact yet spacious...and fits in the palm of your hand.
cash, coins, cards and wee notes can live here.

the leather is a beautiful moss green, vegetable tanned, from Italy. Thank you for supplying such high quality & gorgeous leather.





a tower of dopp kits.these are extra spacious for your weekend getaway.
03/28/2026

a tower of dopp kits.

these are extra spacious for your weekend getaway.





Another travelling hipster...created for daily adventures both far and near.It's an easy, lightweight sling over one sho...
03/28/2026

Another travelling hipster...
created for daily adventures both far and near.

It's an easy, lightweight sling over one shoulder...and rests comfortably across your back.

You get to meander hands-free through airports, dog parks and cobblestone streets.

All the essential favourites can live here...phone, keys, small books, glasses and passport too...with pockets on all sides, to help keep things organized and stash a secret snack.

the other deets:

hand dyed black with black bull hide
antiqued brass hardware
black stitching
adjustable shoulder strap





I recently had the pleasure of hosting a 2 day, tote making, workshop for a couple of wonderful people.It was their firs...
03/18/2026

I recently had the pleasure of hosting a 2 day, tote making, workshop for a couple of wonderful people.

It was their first time ever...giving their hand to the slow craft of leather work.
They did an extra ordinary job!
I wanted to show you the fruit of their labours.

There are many steps and details:

-tracing the pattern onto the leather
-hand cutting the pieces with a knife and ruler
-marking the stitch line and holes
-punching the holes, one by one.
-hand stitching with 2 needles
-attaching the straps
-burnishing all the edges to give them a finished look.

well done and Maeve!
It was such a pleasure to teach you my process.☺️





classic & simple.brown oil tan with navy blue stitch detailing.
03/07/2026

classic & simple.

brown oil tan with navy blue stitch detailing.





wrinkled, metallic black lambskin ... for the fancy occasions.
03/07/2026

wrinkled, metallic black lambskin ... for the fancy occasions.





for the bedtime readers.here's a tiny sleeping bag for your specs.and...the bubbly lambskin even provides wee pillows. ...
03/07/2026

for the bedtime readers.

here's a tiny sleeping bag for your specs.

and...the bubbly lambskin even provides wee pillows.





the beach is calling...sink your toes in the sandput on a big floppy brimmed hat deep dive into your favourite novel...a...
03/07/2026

the beach is calling...

sink your toes in the sand
put on a big floppy brimmed hat
deep dive into your favourite novel...

and maybe take a nap.




these were a joy to create...started with one and then suddenly...there were five.a soft sleeve for readers or sunnies. ...
03/07/2026

these were a joy to create...started with one and then suddenly...there were five.

a soft sleeve for readers or sunnies.




Address

L150-329 Railway Street
Vancouver, BC
V6A1A4

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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+17788621422

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