20/11/2025
It's such a good feeling to be working hides again!! For the almost year I've been in USA, I've been busy soaking up new experiences and opportunities... Until recently, when I was gifted this deer hide from a friendly hunter. Since working this hide, I've been reminded of my passion and purpose... Reviving ancient craft and ancestral wisdom, honouring the connection to the natural world, and living in a humble and sustainable way.
Hide tanning was my daily hobby back in New Zealand, predominantly working sheep, goat and deer. The critters are different here- c**n, coyote, mountain lion.. grateful to meet some local trappers!
This was my first time breaking a hide in this way.. I chose to use an old cow jaw to help break the membranes to soften the hide.. With carpal tunnel in both hands- girl's gotta get creative!! This hide will be an extra test to my skills- exploring new methods of natural tanning solution as well..
Updates soon to come!