Madison Stitch platforms local KC stitchers and materials to make artisanal handbags.
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John Pryor had just opened his Madison Flitch furniture studio in Kansas City’s Crossroads when the pandemic hit this spring. Pryor pivoted to making masks and employed stitchers, many of whom are refugees, from the community. To keep providing a platform for these refugee stitchers, Pryor launched Madison Stitch, a handcrafted handbag company.
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A mini version of our Solis evening bag, this clutch handbag was made for lovers on Valentines Day. This year’s exclusive bag made for romance.
Dimensions:
8” x 4” x 2.5”
8” handle drop.
Made from full-grain vegetable-tanned leather, solid brass hardware, and our iconic walnut logo, our handbag is designed to hold all your essentials for a night out.
Want to use the bag as a crossbody? Add an adjustable long strap to make the handbag and crossbody or shoulder bag.
Dimensions:
9” x 6” x 2.5”
8” handle drop
Designed by our intern Grant Huntsman, an industrial design student from Kansas State University.
Designed by Liza Sanborn during her Madison Stitch internship, the Folio Bag is a study in sharp lines and quiet confidence. Its asymmetric, envelope-inspired geometry gives it a modern edge, while the craftsmanship—Hermann Oak harness leather, solid brass hardware, and hand-finished details—grounds it in timeless durability.
Practicality meets style in the back slip pocket, sized perfectly for your phone, so the essentials you reach for most are always at hand. Worn crossbody, the Folio carries with ease while turning heads with its unexpected form.
More than just a bag, the Folio is a reminder that function doesn’t have to play it safe—it can surprise, provoke, and still keep you moving through the day.
The Hexline Crossbody is where geometry meets grit — a six-sided silhouette cut from uncompromising Hermann Oak harness leather, the same saddle-grade hide trusted for generations. Bold, structured, and instantly recognizable, the Hexline brings a modern edge to the rugged elegance that defines Madison Stitch.
Its compact form holds your essentials without losing shape, thanks to our signature leather-on-leather joinery and solid brass hardware. Every angle, every facet, is intentional — a clean, architectural profile built to develop character and patina with time.
Available in black, chocolate, and bourbon, the Hexline reflects the full depth of our material palette. The design comes from Will Waris, crafted during his summer industrial design internship — a perfect example of how fresh eyes and fearless design thinking push our studio forward.
Handmade in our Kansas City studio, the Hexline is crafted for the long haul — a modern form shaped by heritage materials, Western chic attitude, and a commitment to timeless design.
Built for the essentials, the Scout Mini Satchel is a compact crossbody that carries just enough without weighing you down. Inspired by vintage binocular bags, it’s crafted from Hermann Oaks legendary harness leather and built to age with character. The adjustable strap keeps it versatile, whether worn high and tight or low and easy. Available in red, blue, black, chocolate, or bourbon—five finishes for every trail, city street, or night out.
Inspired by the quiet strength of the saddle and the open road, the Stirrup Shoulder Bag is built for modern riders with a Western edge. Handcrafted from full-grain Hermann Oak harness leather in bourbon, black, or chocolate, it’s a sleek, minimal carry that softens with time and tells your story with every mark.
Designed to be worn over the shoulder or carried in hand, it’s the perfect blend of utility and effortless style—equally at home in the city or out where the wild things are.
The Stitch City Clutch is not a bag so much as a survival tool for the civilized wilds of nighttime America. Cut from Hermann Oak leather — the same stubborn, uncompromising stuff they used to build saddles for men who didn’t expect to come home clean — this clutch is built to take whatever the night throws at you and look damn good doing it.
At 9" x 4" x 1.5", it carries the bare-bones essentials: phone, cards, keys, and the last bit of dignity you’re hanging onto as you barrel from one neon-lit moment to the next. Strap it to your wrist, grip it like a manifesto, or tuck it under your arm like a secret you intend to keep.
Comes in bourbon, chocolate, black, blue, and red — five colors, all of them dangerous in their own way.
And here’s the twist: this piece of functional madness was designed by Will Waris, a Kansas State industrial design intern who walked into the studio with big ideas and absolutely no fear. The kid carved a clutch so clean, so stripped-down, it feels like it’s been part of the American kit for decades.
Handmade in Kansas City, forged in the chaos of creativity, and destined to outlast your wildest nights.
A bag with grit, born from the soul of Hermann Oak’s harness leather and crafted for those who see life as a perpetual, high-stakes journey. This is no ordinary weekender — it's a loyal companion built to last longer than most road maps and with more style than you’ll find in a thousand roadside motels.
Made with hot-stuffed leather, tanned for three brutal months to a softness that feels downright luxurious but tough as the hide of an old bull. No chemicals, no shortcuts, just pure, rugged character that grows with every mile. Available in black, chocolate, bourbon, and tobacco, each color wears in like an old friend and every scuff only adds to its legend.
Inside, you’ll find ample pockets to keep essentials within arm’s reach, while the padded, adjustable leather strap makes it all too easy to throw over your shoulder and hit the road. Sturdy grab handles stand ready for that fast grab-and-go, and the whole package is compact but deceptively spacious — enough to stash gear for a weekend escape or a trip to the gym.
Features:
Pure Hermann Oak Oiled Harness Leather: Leather crafted the hard way — naturally distressed, soft to the touch but rugged to the bone.
Interior Pockets: For quick access to your essentials, whether you’re traveling light or carrying your life story.
Detachable, Padded Leather Strap: Designed for comfortable hauls, with a sturdy grip for when you need to make an exit.
Available in four bold colors: Black, chocolate, bourbon, and tobacco — each with its own wild, unique character.
Benefits:
Built for the ages
Lightweight but tough as a bull hide
Soft to the touch, rough enough for the journey
Perfect for weekend escapes, the gym, or a life lived in motion
Dimensions: 18” x 9” x 9” deep, with a 54” adjustable strap and an extra padded strap.
Designed by Summer Glenn through Kansas State University’s Industrial Design program, this duffle holds the spirit of the road — built to last, ready for anything.
The Madison Stitch Briefcase: A beast born of American soil, tanned in the fires of tradition by Hermann Oak — this isn’t just a briefcase. It’s a testament. This vegetable-tanned pull-up leather beast is custom-cut, rugged, and rough-hewn, ready to face anything this world throws at it. Distressed from the get-go, it’s a piece that only gets better with age, like a fine bourbon or the best war stories.
Inside, an iron-willed divider separates your weapons of choice — laptop, manifesto, or survival stash — while two external pockets wait, eager to keep your essentials within a fast-draw’s reach. Solid brass hardware, forged and cast right here in the USA, holds this whole piece together, no nonsense, no half-measures.
Carry it like you mean it with a grab handle sturdy enough to drag it through hell and back, or sling it crossbody with a 55" adjustable strap and feel the weight of something real. This is 16" long, 12" tall, and 5" wide of pure function — a portable stronghold for a man or woman who knows that life on the road requires resilience, a touch of madness, and an organized chaos.
Features:
Custom vegetable-tanned pull-up leather from the legendary Hermann Oak
A raw, beautifully distressed finish
Interior divider to keep life (or at least your belongings) sorted
Two rugged external pockets
Solid brass hardware, American-made
Heavy-duty grab handle
Adjustable 55" crossbody strap
Dimensions: 16" L x 12" H x 5" W
Benefits:
Durable and water-resistant for wherever the road may take you
Built like the bones of this country — to last and endure
Handcrafted in the USA with pride and grit
A timeless style that screams “I’ve lived”
Guarantee: We stand by this case like a gunslinger at dawn. If anything on this briefcase ever falters, we’ll repair it or replace it — satisfaction guaranteed.
The Hexline Crossbody is where geometry meets grit — a six-sided silhouette cut from uncompromising Hermann Oak harness leather, the same saddle-grade hide trusted for generations. Bold, structured, and instantly recognizable, the Hexline brings a modern edge to the rugged elegance that defines Madison Stitch.
Its compact form holds your essentials without losing shape, thanks to our signature leather-on-leather joinery and solid brass hardware. Every angle, every facet, is intentional — a clean, architectural profile built to develop character and patina with time.
Available in black, chocolate, and bourbon, the Hexline reflects the full depth of our material palette. The design comes from Will Waris, crafted during his summer industrial design internship — a perfect example of how fresh eyes and fearless design thinking push our studio forward.
Handmade in our Kansas City studio, the Hexline is crafted for the long haul — a modern form shaped by heritage materials, Western chic attitude, and a commitment to timeless design.
Built for the essentials, the Scout Mini Satchel is a compact crossbody that carries just enough without weighing you down. Inspired by vintage binocular bags, it’s crafted from Hermann Oaks legendary harness leather and built to age with character. The adjustable strap keeps it versatile, whether worn high and tight or low and easy. Available in red, blue, black, chocolate, or bourbon—five finishes for every trail, city street, or night out.
Designed by Liza Sanborn during her Madison Stitch internship, the Folio Bag is a study in sharp lines and quiet confidence. Its asymmetric, envelope-inspired geometry gives it a modern edge, while the craftsmanship—Hermann Oak harness leather, solid brass hardware, and hand-finished details—grounds it in timeless durability.
Practicality meets style in the back slip pocket, sized perfectly for your phone, so the essentials you reach for most are always at hand. Worn crossbody, the Folio carries with ease while turning heads with its unexpected form.
More than just a bag, the Folio is a reminder that function doesn’t have to play it safe—it can surprise, provoke, and still keep you moving through the day.
Designed for movement and built for ease, this bag keeps your phone and cards right where you need them—close at hand. Worn across the torso, it’s secure, sharp, and quick to access.
Made from full-grain leather, it’s tough enough for everyday use while carrying a look that’s bold, clean, and unmistakable. This isn’t a bulky pack—it’s a streamlined piece of gear that works as hard as you do.
Minimal in form, functional in spirit—an everyday essential that’s equal parts utility and style.
A small bag for big intentions.
Cut from a single slab of American-born Hermann Oak harness leather and fastened together with solid brass—no lining, no fluff, no apologies. Just raw, clean utility with a curve of elegance and a wink of rebellion.
This bag doesn’t scream luxury. It mutters it—under its breath, while lighting a match in the desert wind. It’s small enough to fly under the radar, big enough to carry the gospel: your phone, your keys, a few cards, and that unshakable feeling that you’re on your way somewhere important.
Available in six shades that tell their own stories—bourbon, chocolate, tobacco, black, blue, and red. Each one carved with intention, built to weather beautifully, and ready for a life of bruises and legends.
You don’t wear this bag to fit in.
You wear it because you finally stopped trying.
A piece of pure American grit and understated elegance, built for those who appreciate craftsmanship that can survive the wild and look damn good doing it. Crafted from the finest full-grain harness leather by Hermann Oak, this satchel holds its own, showcasing rich texture and character that only gets better with age, like a fine vintage or a well-traveled soul. Solid brass hardware adds a touch of timeless ruggedness — built to last a lifetime and then some.
With dimensions of 10" wide, 7" tall, and 3" deep, this satchel carries what you need without bogging you down. The adjustable crossbody strap offers both comfort and versatility, designed to keep up with you whether you’re roaming city streets or open country. And the front buckle closure isn’t just for show; it’s a vintage-inspired lockup that keeps your essentials secure and right where they should be.
Features:
Premium Hermann Oak Full-Grain Harness Leather: Beautiful, rugged, and reliable, it only improves with each scuff, scratch, and story.
Solid Brass Hardware: Tough and timeless, it’s the kind of hardware that stands the test of time and travel.
Adjustable Crossbody Strap: For hands-free living and a perfect fit, ready for any detour.
Front Buckle Closure: Adds a classic look with security you can count on.
This is a satchel for those who like their style with substance, who know that true quality doesn’t fade, and who value a companion that’ll keep pace with every mile.
Designed by Summer Glenn, our intern from Kansas State University’s industrial design program.
Not your average cross-body purse — this little firecracker was born from the DNA of our legendary Weekender Duffle, scaled down but packing all the grit and attitude you'd expect from Madison Stitch. Designed to turn heads and take on the world, it’s a bag with style, strength, and a touch of rebellion.
Crafted from the finest Hermann Oak vegetable-tanned leather, made exclusively for Madison Stitch, this rugged leather piece is ready for everyday life, from city streets to the wild unknown. The leather wears in, not out, growing better and bolder with every adventure, scuff, and story you collect.
Features:
Hermann Oak Vegetable-Tanned Leather: Legendary leather with raw character and resilience — made just for Madison Stitch.
A Bold, Rugged Style: A statement piece that walks the line between fashion-forward and untamed.
Adjustable Cross-Body Strap: Perfect for hands-free action, whether you’re navigating the city or hitting the open road.
Dimensions: 10" x 6" x 6" — the perfect size for your essentials without weighing you down.
Available Colors: Bourbon, Black, and Chocolate — each one ready to age like a fine whiskey.
For the woman who knows what she wants and isn't afraid to make a statement, the Stitch Mini Duffle is built to last, age beautifully, and keep up with a life lived boldly.
Designed by Summer Glenn, our 2023 intern from Kansas State University’s industrial design program.
The Madison Stitch Briefcase: A beast born of American soil, tanned in the fires of tradition by Hermann Oak — this isn’t just a briefcase. It’s a testament. This vegetable-tanned pull-up leather beast is custom-cut, rugged, and rough-hewn, ready to face anything this world throws at it. Distressed from the get-go, it’s a piece that only gets better with age, like a fine bourbon or the best war stories.
Inside, an iron-willed divider separates your weapons of choice — laptop, manifesto, or survival stash — while two external pockets wait, eager to keep your essentials within a fast-draw’s reach. Solid brass hardware, forged and cast right here in the USA, holds this whole piece together, no nonsense, no half-measures.
Carry it like you mean it with a grab handle sturdy enough to drag it through hell and back, or sling it crossbody with a 55" adjustable strap and feel the weight of something real. This is 16" long, 12" tall, and 5" wide of pure function — a portable stronghold for a man or woman who knows that life on the road requires resilience, a touch of madness, and an organized chaos.
Features:
Custom vegetable-tanned pull-up leather from the legendary Hermann Oak
A raw, beautifully distressed finish
Interior divider to keep life (or at least your belongings) sorted
Two rugged external pockets
Solid brass hardware, American-made
Heavy-duty grab handle
Adjustable 55" crossbody strap
Dimensions: 16" L x 12" H x 5" W
Benefits:
Durable and water-resistant for wherever the road may take you
Built like the bones of this country — to last and endure
Handcrafted in the USA with pride and grit
A timeless style that screams “I’ve lived”
Guarantee: We stand by this case like a gunslinger at dawn. If anything on this briefcase ever falters, we’ll repair it or replace it — satisfaction guaranteed.
A hands-free powerhouse, built from heavy-duty harness leather by Hermann Oak — the kind of leather that laughs in the face of wear and tear. This isn’t just any bag; it’s a companion, tough and ready for whatever madness your day throws at it, yet soft enough that you’ll find yourself running your hands over its surface just to feel that rich, rugged texture.
Strap it around your waist or sling it across your torso; either way, it’s ready to keep your essentials close and your hands free. Roomy enough for a phone, wallet, keys, and whatever else you need, but compact enough to stay out of the way and keep you moving.
Dimensions: 6.5” x 4” x 2.5” — streamlined and snug, made for carrying what matters without weighing you down.
Materials:
Hermann Oak Harness Leather: Rugged, raw, and real, available in rich brown or deep dark chocolate.
Solid Brass Hardware: Built tough and timeless, adding that extra touch of grit.
This is a bag for those who travel light but live bold — rugged enough to last, refined enough to stay stylish.
Designed by Erika Jackson.
Introducing the Stitch Mini-Tote - a sleek and stylish accessory designed for the modern woman on-the-go. Made from Hermann Oak tannery's vegetable-tanned black bridle leather, this tote exudes elegance and sophistication, while its durable construction ensures it can handle the demands of everyday use.
The adjustable cross-body strap adds versatility to the design, allowing you to wear it comfortably and securely as you go about your day.
Color combos available:
Black with black grab handles
Black with nude grab handles
Whiskey with whiskey grab handles
Dimensions:
10” x 8” x 3”
55” adjustable strap
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