Leather Choices

At M.P.Karryall we select deluxe upholstery grade top grain leathers. Both Italian and American hides are chosen of quality pure aniline leather that are drum-dyed for colour without any pigments applied. Many hides show a deep, warm, non-directional grain - exibiting a worn distressed look with a soft waxy hand, and some show a fixed grain, with a beautiful smooth satin finish.

Rich Cream

Suede Choices

Our suedes are substantial 4 - 4.5 oz cowhide splits, buffed to a velvet softness, and chrome-tanned with rich earth and jewel tones.

Oilskin or Waxed Cotton Canvas Choices

The use of oilskin or waxed cotton originated over two century’s ago in Scotland. The cloth was treated with Linseed oil and made into sails for the British Clipper Ships of old, along with the traditional seaman’s waterproofed cape’s. By the 1930’s, the process of treating a lightweight cotton canvas with a heated solution of specialized oils and waxes continues to present day - producing an incredibly durable, resistant cloth, which stands up to harsh weather conditions, but remains soft and pliable with a rich buttery hand. Over time, oilskin will mellow and age like your favorite pair of jeans.

Canvas Choices

Many MPK Designs incorporate the traditional use of tough Marine Quality cotton canvas in various weights and textures - #10 (light), #15 (medium), #18 (heavy). The lighter weights are generally used as  lining material for our quality leather bags, along with Canton Flannel - a twill-weave cotton fabric with a soft fleecy nap on one side.  The use of natural cotton canvas not only imparts a relaxed comfortable styling, but provides a stable, strong material of uncompromized quality and durablility.