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Chaloemphon

Chaloemphon

Handcrafted leather bracelets, bags and accessories in Thailand

5.0 (artist rating)

"Leather craft is more than a source of income — through leather, I also meet many new friends around the world."

"I'm Chaloemphon Krasear, but you can call me 'Noi.' I was born in 1959 and grew up in Khonkaen Province. My childhood was very simple, like that of other boys who loved traveling and playing. I liked studying art most of all because I could create by completely using my imagination, and didn't need to memorize a lot.

"When I was in high school, I had an elder friend who just finished studying at the art school in Bangkok. He came back to open a shop and sell handmade leather crafts, like shoes, bags, and such. I'd visit him at the shop when I had free time because I needed his advice on taking the college examination and studying. Poh-Chang College, where he went, is the art student's dream school. There were many fields of arts to specialize in.

"I learned his craft through visiting. I studied each step to produce items in leather. When he had too many orders to handle, I would be his assistant. Most of the tasks I helped him with were very simple, such as finishing the details of a piece, painting, tinting, and drawing.

"I had practiced my drawing until I could pass the college exam. Then I could apply to study arts, as I had imagined. I selected the faculty of National Fine Arts, which focuses on the Thai Arts — for example, making khon masks. These are traditional Thai masks which are used for important ceremonies. In the past, these were used only by his majesty the King and the royal family. It's very hard to find the khon show at present. It represents the arts of Thailand in many ages.

"After that, I started to do airbrush paintings on bicycles. It was very famous at that time.

"Then, I open a small leather shop in Khonkaen province. Unfortunately, it wasn't as successful as it should have been because I loved to give my work to my friends as souvenirs. So the income wasn't enough to continue the business. Therefore, I decided to pack the materials in box and move to Chiang Mai.

"I had worked in interior design for hotels and resorts. Since Chiang Mai has become a tourist city with many attractions, I decided to go back to Khon Kaen and bring all my leftover craft supplies to start working in handmade leather again in Chiang Mai. I not only create leather bags and belts to sell, but also repair these things.

"Working with leather is never boring and I've never felt like giving up. The most important material is cowhide. It is very resistant and can be used long-term. I must plan very well how to cut the leather to minimize waste. Then, the cut leather is put together by hand. Each process — cutting, sewing and dyeing — all are done by hand.

"I always love to learn about new handmade leather products in order to develop new designs of my own. Leather craft is more than a source of income — through leather, I also meet many new friends around the world. Some of them are tourists who bring me leather goods to repair or come to buy a new leather belt.

"My wife sews the bags. We are very happy to work together. We also provide opinions and support to each other, always. Many times, my wife inspired new designs, so they are now more diverse. I've sold more to women shoppers, as well. My wife keeps the waste leather to cut into many different shapes to decorate fabric bags or create the small key chains we give to our customers as gifts.

"When someone asks about the process of leather craft or wants to learn, I am willing to teach them gladly.

"I've been doing this in Chiang Mai since 1986. It's been a happy time and I've enjoined my work a lot. I have a small, warm family. My daughter is going to graduate in nursing and she is also a special violin teacher. My wife, our daughter and I enjoy music every evening. My wife plays the cello, I play guitar, and our daughter plays the violin. That's it — my happy family.

"I really hope that you will be very happy with my designs and I look forward to your feedback. Thank you."

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225 items by Chaloemphon

Supple Petals in RedArtisan Crafted Earrings with Leather and Jasper Beads

Length: 2.6" x 0.8" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$23.99~~ $21.59
Double EbonyMens Hand Braided Black Leather Wrap Bracelet

Length: 16.5"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$26.49~~ $21.19
Key to Success in BrownHand Tooled Brown Leather Key Rings (Pair)

5.0

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Power BlueLapis Lazuli Cuff Bracelet in Leather Handmade in Thailand

Size: 7" L (end to end) x 1.2" W

5.0

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Brown LeavesRecon. Turquoise and Leather Leaf Dangle Earrings

Length: 2.4" x 0.7" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$23.99~~ $21.59
Spring PassionCarnelian and Karen Silver Dangle Earrings with Leather

Length: 2" x 0.6" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Tribal Pattern in Dark BrownTribal Pattern Dark Brown Leather Cuff Bracelet

Size: 8.5" L (end to end) x 1.5" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Spring PassionLapis Lazuli and Karen Silver Dangle Earrings with Leather

Length: 2" x 0.6" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Rugged SolitaireMen's Brown Leather Lapis Lazuli Bead Tapered Wrap Bracelet

Size: 8.75" L (end to end) x 1" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Cool CandyHowlite and Lapis Lazuli Beaded Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 7.5"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Spiced EspressoHandcrafted Thai Leather Catchall in Espresso and Nutmeg

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$44.99~~ $40.49
Lucky Square in GreenAgate and Leather Pendant Necklace in Green from Thailand

Length: 15.25"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Single Black BraidBraided Black Leather Mens Bracelet

Length: 7"

4.8

~~$17.99~~ $16.19
Rugged SimplicityMen's Handcrafted Teal Leather Cuff Bracelet from Thailand

Size: 7.75" L (end to end) x 0.7" W

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Tribal Pattern in BrownTribal Pattern Brown Leather Cuff Bracelet from Thailand

Size: 8.5" L (end to end) x 1.5" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Double EbonyMens Hand Braided Black Leather Wrap Bracelet

Length: 16.5"

4.8

~~$27.99~~ $25.19
Ginger RussetHandcrafted Thai Leather Catchall in Russet and Ginger

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$39.99~~ $35.99
Rocky Party in RedMen's Jasper and Leather Wristband Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 8.75"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Rugged BlackHandcrafted Men's Black Leather Wristband Bracelet

Length: 8.5"

5.0

$32.99
Feather SpiritBrown Leather Feather Pendant Necklace with Tiger's Eye

Length: 3"

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Rugged Weave in BlackBlack Leather Wristband Bracelet for Men Artisan Jewelry

Length: 7.75"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Desert WarriorArtisan Crafted Leather Cuff Bracelet for Men

Size: 7.75" L (end to end) x 1" W

5.0

~~$23.99~~ $21.59
Rock Walk in OrangeHand Crafted Carnelian and Leather Band Bracelet

Length: 7"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$23.99~~ $21.59
Double ChocolateHand Braided Brown Leather Mens Wrap Bracelet

Length: 16.5"

3.7

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Rock PartyMen's Lapis Lazuli and Leather Thai Wristband Bracelet

Length: 8.75"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Dark WarriorDark Brown Leather Cuff Bracelet for Men from Thailand

Size: 8" L (end to end) x 0.8" W

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Casually ExoticLeather Accent Silk Wristlet in Beige from Thailand

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$69.99~~ $62.99
Simply RedHand Crafted Unisex Red Leather Cuff Bracelet from Thailand

Size: 7.5" L (end to end)

4.9

$19.99
Cinnamon BraidCinnamon Brown Leather Braided Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 7"

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Nature's ShieldGreen Howlite and Leather Bolo Tie from Thailand

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$44.99~~ $40.49
Thai Insight in ChestnutHandmade Brown Braided Leather Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 8.5"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$49.99~~ $44.99
Scarlet OwlRed Cotton Macrame Owl Necklace

Size: longer than 22 inches

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Sophisticated Braid in BlackMen's Leather Braided Bracelet in Black from Thailand

Length: 8.25"

5.0

~~$44.99~~ $40.49
Brown FeatherFeather-Shaped Earrings Crafted from Leather, Bone and Wood

Length: 3.3" x 1.1" W

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
WorldMen's Unique Braided Leather Bracelet

Length: 8.75"

5.0

$24.99
Solar WarriorArtisan Crafted Leather Bracelet for Men

Size: 8" L (end to end) x 0.8" W

4.8

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Classic BrownHandcrafted Thai Leather Catchall in Brick and Copper

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$44.99~~ $40.49
Basic Dark BrownThailand Men's Dark Brown Leather Cuff Bracelet

Size: 7" L (end to end) x 1" W

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Braided Paths in Light BrownLight Brown Leather Braided Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 7.5"

4.8

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Style and Strength in MahoganyLeather Braided Wristband Bracelet in Mahogany from Thailand

Length: 7.75"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Agate FocusHandmade Agate and Leather Wristband Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 7.5"

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Double HugGolden Brown Leather Braid Wrap Bracelet for Men

Length: 16.25"

4.4

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Rustic ElementsBrown and Black Leather Wristband Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 7"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Midnight PathsMen's Artisan Crafted Braided Leather Bracelet

Length: 8.5"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$23.99~~ $21.59
Mossy MoodAgate and Leather Beaded Necklace from Thailand

Size: 20 to 22 inches

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$59.99~~ $53.99
Single Black BraidBraided Black Leather Mens Bracelet

Length: 7"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$19.99~~ $15.99
Rock PartyHandmade Men's Jasper & Leather Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 8.75"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$25.99~~ $23.39
Rock WalkBohemian Leather and Agate Bead Wristband Bracelet

Length: 7"

5.0

~~$23.99~~ $21.59
Courage in Espresso BrownThai Handcrafted Espresso Brown Leather Wristband

Length: 7"

5.0

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
FriendshipMen's Braided Light Brown Leather Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 7"

4.7

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Enigma in BrownMen's Artisan Crafted Leather Wrap Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 16.75"

5.0

$17.99
Leaf FeatherFair Trade Handmade Leather Earrings from Thailand

Size: 3" L x 0.9" W

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Smart SpenderLeather money clips (Pair)

5.0

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Carnelian PowerCarnelian Cuff Bracelet in Leather Handmade in Thailand

Size: 7" L (end to end) x 1.2" W

5.0

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Rustic SimplicityMen's Cow Bone Bead Mahogany Braided Leather Wrap Bracelet

Length: 7.5"

3.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Supple Petals in RustLeather Petal Earrings with Tiger's Eye Beads

Length: 2.6" x 0.8" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$23.99~~ $21.59
Supple Petals in TealBlue-Green Leather and Lapis Lazuli Earrings

Length: 2.6" x 0.8" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$23.99~~ $21.59
Commander in Dark BrownMen's Dark Brown Leather Wristband Bracelet with Brass Snap

Length: 8.5"

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Aurora LeavesHand Crafted Tiger's Eye and Leather Leaf Dangle Earrings

Length: 2.8" x 1.6" W

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Double CinnamonMen's Hand Braided Brown Leather Wrap Bracelet

Length: 16.5"

4.6

~~$27.99~~ $25.19
Solar SoulFair Trade Leather Cuff Bracelet for Men

Size: 7.75" L (end to end) x 0.8" W

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Bold ShieldTiger's Eye and Leather Pendant Necklace from Thailand

Size: longer than 22 inches

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$25.99~~ $23.39
Red FeatherLeather and Bone Feather Earrings in Red from Thailand

Length: 3" x 1" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
The PowerTigers' Eye Cuff Bracelet in Leather Handmade in Thailand

Size: 7" L (end to end) x 1.2" W

5.0

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Bold Espresso ContrastPair of Men's Leather Cord Wristband Bracelets from Thailand

Length: 9.5"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Bold ContrastBrown Leather and Black Cotton Bracelets for Men (Pair)

Length: 7.75"

4.8

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Rainbow WeaveHandcrafted Cotton Bracelet for Women in Rainbow Colors

Length: 7.5"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$25.99~~ $23.39
Chiang Mai BouquetLeather Accent Silk Floral Wristlet in Pumpkin from Thailand

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$69.99~~ $62.99
Wild NatureLeather and Tiger's Eye Artisan Crafted Necklace

Size: longer than 22 inches

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Blue SoulLeather and Lapis Lazuli Adjustable Snap Bracelet

Length: 7"

4.4

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Wider Lanna Warrior in BrownMen's Artisan Crafted Leather Wristband Bracelet

Length: 8.5"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Blue WeaveBlue Cotton and Brown Leather Wristband Bracelet for Women

Length: 7.5"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$23.99~~ $21.59
Genuine CharmHandcrafted Men's Leather Wristband Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 9"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Rugged SolitaireMen's Brown Leather and Carnelian Bead Tapered Wrap Bracelet

Size: 8.75" L (end to end) x 1" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Happy LeavesAmethyst and Leather Leaf Dangle Earrings from Thailand

Length: 3.2" x 1.2" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Beautiful AvocadoHandmade Tiger's Eye and Leather Pendant Necklace

Length: 17.75"

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Basic BrownMen's Brown Leather Cuff Bracelet from Thailand

Size: 7" L (end to end) x 0.8" W

5.0

~~$19.99~~ $17.99
Fiery EarthCarnelian and Tiger's Eye Beaded Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 7.5"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
Flower of Chiang MaiLeather Accent Silk Floral Wristlet in Beige from Thailand

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$69.99~~ $62.99
Grey Karen BlossomThai Grey Silk Handcrafted Bracelet with Hill Tribe Silver

Length: 7.5"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$23.99~~ $21.59
Cowboy EyeTiger's Eye and Leather Bolo Tie from Thailand

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$49.99~~ $44.99
Russet ChocolateHandcrafted Thai Leather Catchall in Russet and Chocolate

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$44.99~~ $40.49
Orb Love in GreenMulti-Gemstone Leather Cuff Bracelet in Green from Thailand

Size: 7.5" L (end to end) x 1.3" W

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99
New Pathways in BlackMen's Black Leather Wristband Bracelet from Thailand

Length: 7.75"

5.0 (Chaloemphon)

~~$29.99~~ $26.99

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9 Testimonials for Chaloemphon

Florida Usa

Brother-in-law loved this gift!

Christine

love the bracelet

Jason

I just received my Tiger's eye and leather pendant necklace, 'Amulet', and it has exceeded my expectations. It's very substantial and rich, masculine and well-crafted. Thank you, Chaloemphon, and I look forward to seeing more of your amazing work.

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