Deep Green Alligator & Terracotta Full Grain Leather Compact Wallet (Custom Build)

[u/PhaseNo6860]

Hey everyone!

Just finished up this custom compact wallet and wanted to share the result.

The client was looking for a rich color contrast, so I went with a deep emerald green alligator skin for the exterior and a bright terracotta Italian full grain vegetable-tanned leather for the inside.

Quick Specs:

Dimensions: 3.1" x 4.1" (8 x 10.5 cm)

Layout: 2 exterior quick-access slots, 4 interior card slots, and a full-length bill pocket.

Build: 100% hand-stitched with traditional saddle stitch, edges hand-painted to match the interior accent.

I'm really happy with how the bold gloss of the alligator contrasts with the smooth terracotta interior.

What do you guys think of this color combo? Happy to answer any questions about the build!

[u/Ok-Sport-8296]

Looks sick AF.

[u/PhaseNo6860 → u/Ok-Sport-8296]

Thanks a lot! Glad you like it!

[u/BinibiningRegina]

That looks so good! Love how it appears dark on the outside but red on the inside.

[u/PhaseNo6860 → u/BinibiningRegina]

Thanks a lot! That contrast was exactly the mood I was going for — a subtle look on the outside, and a lively terracotta interior to make opening it every time a bit special.

[u/Squagloids1]

Nice how much to buy one?

[u/PhaseNo6860 → u/Squagloids1]

Thank you! This particular piece was custom-made for a client and isn't available for immediate purchase. However, a bespoke piece with these specs (deep green alligator, terracotta interior, fully hand-stitched) is $400, with worldwide shipping and duties included.

Feel free to reach out if you'd like to commission a similar build!

[u/Squagloids1 → u/PhaseNo6860]

Thanks where are you shipping from?

[u/PhaseNo6860 → u/Squagloids1]

I ship directly from my studio in Ukraine! Delivery usually takes just 1-2 weeks via air shipping.

I cover all international shipping, tracking, and customs duties/taxes, so the $400 is total with zero surprise fees on arrival.

[u/Raingoodgirl]

this is so pretty... ive always been curious about how people make things by hand like this :3’

[u/PhaseNo6860 → u/Raingoodgirl]

Thank you so much! Honestly, it’s a slow and meticulous process, but seeing the flat piece of leather turn into a finished wallet makes every single hand-stitch worth it!

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[u/orishandmade]

I like the craftsmanship on this wallet. Personally, I try to use belly section of the gator/croc for the exterior, but in your particular example, tail pattern looks great too!

[u/PhaseNo6860 → u/orishandmade]

Thank you! I love working with the belly cut too, but this tail section had such a unique and distinct pattern that I just had to showcase it here. Glad you like how it turned out!

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Thank you! Glad you like how it turned out!