Leather Skin - Mustard Yellow

This is a genuine Italian lambs nappa leather, 100% leather, in a warm mustard yellow colour. Nappa refers to a soft, full-grain leather finish, typically made from lamb or goat skin, prized for its fine, smooth surface.

Lambs nappa is known for being supple and soft to the touch, with a light, flexible drape quite unlike thicker cowhide leathers. It has a natural, subtle sheen rather than a high gloss, and takes dye well, giving an even, rich colour across the skin.

Soft lamb nappa leather such as this is a popular choice for garments including jackets, skirts and trousers, as well as for leather trims, bag making, and upholstery accents. Its softness also makes it suitable for leather goods such as pouches and small accessories.

When working with nappa leather, use a leather or denim needle and a longer stitch length, and pin only within the seam allowance to avoid permanent marks. As with all skins, lay pattern pieces to make the best use of the shape, since skins are irregular rather than rectangular like woven fabric.

This leather is sold as a single whole skin rather than by the metre; each skin measures approximately 5 sq ft (1 square foot is 30cm by 30cm). As with all animal skins, sizes are approximate and are measured and marked by the manufacturer. Care: dry clean only.