The Sanctum Handmade Leather Altar
The Sanctum Handmade Leather Altar
The craft
- Handmade in England
- Hand-stitched
- Full-grain Leather
- Highly Customisable
What's included
- Presentation Box
- Certificate of Authenticity
- Polaroid Photos
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The Sanctum Altar is a hand-stitched, full-grain leather altar with a removable plate at its centre. The plate is debossed with a pentagram and lifts out to reveal a Mulberry suede well beneath, a soft resting place for crystals, stones, or whatever your practice keeps close. A slot at the head of the altar holds a single card upright, so the card you're sitting with stays present throughout. Crescent moons are pressed into each corner, and every stitch is sewn by hand in Havana thread.
One altar, two surfaces. Turn the plate, lift it away, or let it sit. It adapts as your practice asks.
Inspiration
The Altar Series began with a single piece. When I made my first ritual tealight tray, the part I kept coming back to was the lift-out section, the way one surface could conceal another beneath it. It felt like the start of something rather than the end. So I followed it.
Includes
- Branded presentation box, to store and display your collection piece.
- Sealed thank you note
- Certificate of Authenticity
- Two Polaroid photos taken during the crafting process (an extra keepsake for scrapbooking)
Does not include other accessories as seen in the photos.
Approximate Dimensions
- The dimensions of the base are 148mm wide by 210mm tall by 6mm thick.
- The plate has a diameter of 118mm and is 6mm thick.
How it's made
The decorative front is made from full-grain 5oz (2.5mm) vegetable-tanned leather. I've carefully finished the leather to achieve a rich, wooden sheen that enhances its natural beauty. A slot is created to house the removable leather candle holder. Pig suede has also being incorporated to add a touch of colour.
The reverse side features full-grain 5oz (2.5mm) vegetable-tanned leather, also finished to complement the front. I've embossed it with the Sigil & Hide logo, adding a personal and authentic touch to the mat.
To bring the two pieces of leather together, they are adhered with water-based contact cement. The edges are carefully hand-painted in leather acrylic paint for both visual appearance and protection. The base is also hand-stitched using the saddle-stitch technique, using 0.8mm Tiger Thread. This meticulous process not only ensures the mat's longevity but also highlights the quality of the piece.
Natural Leather Characteristics
Natural Leather Characteristics
- The colour of your leather piece may differ slightly from what you see on your screen.
- Due to the dyeing process, the colour may vary slightly depending on the area of the leather.
- As full-grain leather undergoes minimal processing, natural wrinkles may remain visible and their patterns can vary from piece to piece.
- With natural leather, some blemishes are to be expected, though I always do my best to keep these to a minimum.
Safety Information
Safety Information
Designed for adult decorative or ritual use. Not suitable for children. May contain small parts that could present a choking hazard. Keep away from fire and moisture. Read more in my Safety & Compliance Policy.
US Customs & Duties
US Customs & Duties
I handle US duties and taxes in advance, so there are no unexpected customs fees when your order arrives. Please note that recent US customs changes mean parcels can occasionally take a little longer to clear.
