Awesome Handmade

For those beloved TA readers who are animal owners and have sarcastic senses of humor, may we present Bad Tags – pet tags that are quite the opposite of cute. Available in a variety of politically incorrect and amusing sayings.

German watchmaker NOMOS Glashütte lets us get up close and personal with the process behind the creation of their intricate and luxurious mechanical timepieces, which are still largely made by hand.

Handmade from premium Horween leather, Bronxton’s versatile roll-up case can hold up to seven tools, cables, watches, or other items, so long as they measure less than 8″ long. Available in your choice of colors.

In this episode from Gucci Japan’s video series entitled “Hand“, Japanese woodworker Noboru Honma shows off the technique of parquetry, in which blocks of wood are assembled into intricate patterns, then shaved into razor-thin slices.

A look behind the labor-intensive process of crafting the leather seats and steering wheels for Bentley’s luxury automobiles. While robots play a part, much of the work is still done by hand and on individual sewing machines.

A brief profile about Peter Bellerby and his company Bellerby & Co. Globemakers, preserving the art of handcrafting globes – taking commissions for movies, artists and other high profile clients. Documentary by Cabnine.

If your goal is to dress to match your Lambo, the handmade leather Koch belt is a good place to start. The buckle is made of 100% solid carbon fiber, which means you don’t have to take it off at airports or security checks.

Carpenter Carlos Alberto created this intricate handmade Vespa scooter for his daughter, Daniella – replacing all but the mechanical components with laminated hardwoods. And yes, it actually does ride.

An elegant and substantial pen crafted from solid aluminum alloy and the shell of an actual coconut. Each piece of the tropical tree nut is CNC machined and hand-polished to become part of the grip and cap of the pen.

These palm-sized metal skulls by propmaker Faustus70 are like having a tiny T-800 Terminator you can carry with you. Made from aluminum sheets riveted over a resin form. Buy a dozen, and fill your fruitbowl with ’em.

With macho aromas like Beer and Log Cabin, Adam Anderson’s handcrafted Mansoaps are an easy gift. We’re patiently waiting for Post Football Practice and Dirty Socks to be added to the repertoire.

A welcome change from cheap plastic laptop speakers, Bekerwerks’ Hummingbirds are handmade from American Spalted Maple or Black Walnut. Note: 10Wx2 Amplifier not included.

Artist Trevor Carter of Broken Board crafts these beautiful bike grips from Brazilian walnut and other hardwoods, turning each one by hand, and coating them with durable marine-grade polyurethane.

You don’t need a tree to enjoy these festive HOrrible HOliday HOoligans by Sebastian Reymers. 3 jerks with a saw, axe and match hanging around? Sounds just like the holidays at our house.

A short film about the work of Tim Stamps, a surfboard shaper based in Huntington Beach. His soft voice and relaxed demeanor can’t mask his attention to detail and passion for his craft.

A gorgeous example of upcycling done right, Balaz Moldovan’s adirondack chair is made from old whiskey barrel staves. Also available as a rocking chair. Check out his Etsy shop for more.

Dress up your bicycle with one of F&Y’s gorgeous handcrafted handlebars, made from exotic hardwoods. Each one is fitted with an aluminum center for added strength and durability.

The Bureau of Common Goods’ fascinating film series Made by Hand features NYC artisans crafting local and sustainable items. This latest piece showcases an urban rooftop beekeeping farmer.

There’s a reason that a pair of Louis Vuitton’s can cost you a pretty penny as Youtuber leicax70 shows in this mesmerizing clip recorded at the Fiesso d’Artico workshops in Venice, Italy.

Offering intricately handpainted sneakers and high-tops, Bangkok, Thailand’s WHAT’s Shop customizes shoes with everyone from Daft Punk to Chucky, and Darth Vader to The Dark Knight.

Each Lemon Ball baseball and Leather Head football is handcrafted from leather by Paul Cunningham. They not only look amazing sitting on your desk, but can actually be used to play ball.

Scott Benson’s beautiful illustrated constellation map of the northern hemisphere is also a glow in the dark screenprint. It was inspired by the Nat Geo star chart he had in his bedroom as a child.

Mike Duff has replicated a Bugatti Veyron by hand, taking a Mercury Cougar and piece by piece transforming it into quite a beautiful car. Bonus: this vehicle is also up for sale. (Thanks Kelley!)