In 2017, employees at a local manufacturing company realized that the production process for leather goods left behind a large amount of remnant leather. If the manufacturers didn’t have an immediate use for it, this beautiful material ended up in a landfill. Looking for a solution to this ecological problem, these employees developed our loop keychain. The keychain developed a loyal community of customers, which then encouraged these employees to expand the product line. That’s when Northwind was born. Northwind prioritizes sustainability by selling products made from high-quality upcycled leather. 

Our products are designed and created by a women-led team of talented craftspeople, and the ingenuity and vision of these women has shaped our company from the beginning. Every handmade, personalized leather item requires quality and artistry, and our makers are more than capable of rising to the challenge. We care about making your products specialized to your desires, letting you choose from a palette of options to help your customization represent your unique style. Made with pride in our studio in NE Minneapolis, Minnesota, where we strive to create jobs in the community by ensuring all our products are made in the USA.

Our philosophy: Use the best materials to their fullest potential, listen to our customers and produce quality, customized leather items on demand. Our studio is equipped with both modern and classic equipment that allow us to apply our full spectrum of skills into our craft. We are constantly coming up with new variations and designs, like our eco-friendly gift wrap option, our high-end Modern Collection, and other innovative products. Let us create for you!

At Northwind, no task is too small or too big. From our classic keychain to our high-end wine carrier, from stocking-sized card wallets to spacious handbags, our products encompass a vast spectrum of sizes and styles. We also create private label goods and regularly accommodate large production runs.

We are NORTHWIND. Join our community today.
-Maxine & Megan