These genuine leather half hides are a practical size for projects that don't require a full hide. Each piece measures approximately 15–20 square feet, with an irregular natural shape that is typically around 3 ft. × 5 ft. to 4 ft. × 5 ft. They feature a light pebble grain, a smooth finish, and are approximately 3 ounces thick, making them flexible enough for many upholstery and leatherworking projects while still offering good durability.
Available in two versatile colors:
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Expression – A rich, dark gray with a clean, modern appearance.
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Spellbound – A warm medium brown that works well in both traditional and contemporary designs.
Because leather is a natural material, every hide has its own unique shape and subtle variations in grain, adding character to each project.
Common Uses
These half hides are well suited for a wide variety of projects, including:
- Dining chair seats and backs
- Bar stools
- Small furniture upholstery
- Ottoman tops
- Boat and RV accents
- Motorcycle seats
- Headboards
- Handbags and totes
- Messenger bags
- Wallets
- Notebook covers
- Knife sheaths
- Belts
- Tool rolls
- Leather crafts and custom projects
The 3-ounce weight offers a nice balance between flexibility and strength, making it easy to cut, sew, glue, or hand stitch.
Why We Offer These Hides
At Leather Lady NC, we purchase overruns and discontinued leathers from furniture manufacturers in and around High Point, North Carolina, the furniture capital of the world. That allows us to offer premium upholstery leather at prices that are often significantly lower than buying the same quality leather through traditional retail channels.
The tradeoff is simple: when a particular color is gone, it's usually gone for good. Many of these leathers were produced for a single furniture collection and are no longer being manufactured.
Specifications
- Genuine upholstery leather
- Half hide
- Approximately 15–20 sq. ft.
- Approximate size: 3 ft. × 5 ft. to 4 ft. × 5 ft.
- Thickness: Approximately 3 oz.
- Light pebble grain
- Flexible and easy to work with
- Natural, irregular shape
- Colors available:
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Expression (Dark Gray)
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Spellbound (Medium Brown)
Whether you're restoring a favorite chair, building a custom bag, or stocking your workshop with quality leather, these half hides provide a useful size for projects that don't require purchasing a full hide.
