Is this real patent leather?

No. It is semi-patent: the shine comes from the leather's own finish, with no final coating applied. Expect a polished look that is less mirror-glossy than full patent.

What can I make from one side?

A side this size is enough for several handbags, wallets or small accessories. Plan your cuts around any natural marks and edges.

How firm is the leather?

It has a semi-soft temper. It holds some shape but is not stiff, so back it with interfacing for structured bags.

Is the color the same across the whole side?

It is a neutral brown-tan, but natural hides vary in shade across the piece. Check the whole side before cutting matching panels.

How should I finish the edges?

Because there is no final coating, burnish or paint edges as you would with chrome-tanned leather. Test on a scrap first.

Semi-Patent Cowhide Leather Side, Cookie Dough Tan, 24-26 Sq Ft

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$53.20at The Leather GuyChecked Nov 2

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Semi-Patent Cowhide Leather Side, Cookie Dough Tan, 24-26 Sq Ft

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Last seen at $53.20 at The Leather Guy on Nov 2.

Our take on the Semi-Patent Cowhide Leather Side, Cookie Dough Tan, 24-26 Sq Ft

A chrome-tanned cowhide side with a smooth, semi-soft temper and a semi-patent finish that comes from the leather itself rather than a final coating. Each side is a full hide piece in Cookie Dough Tan, a neutral brown-tan that suits handbags, wallets and small accessories. It sits between matte veg-tan and true patent: shinier than plain cowhide, less glossy and less stiff than coated patent leather. Buyers get a large single side for cutting multiple projects, but the semi-soft temper means it can stretch, so it is better for structured bags with backing than for items that need firm shape.

Best forBag and purse makersWallet and small-goods craftersMakers who want a polished look without full patentCrafters buying leather by the side for multiple projects

Pros

Smooth semi-patent surface gives a polished look
Semi-soft temper is easy to cut and sew
Chrome-tanned for a supple hand
Neutral Cookie Dough Tan works across many designs
Sold as a full side for larger projects

Cons

No final coating, so the shine is not full patent
Semi-soft temper can stretch without backing
Single neutral color limits contrast options
Clearance stock, so matching a side later is uncertain

Semi-Patent Cowhide Leather Side, Cookie Dough Tan, 24-26 Sq Ft prices at every store

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Semi-Patent Cowhide Leather Side, Cookie Dough Tan, 24-26 Sq Ft price history

Lowest price we've seen: $53.20 on Nov 2 at The Leather Guy. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 2.

From The Leather Guy

Semi-patent cowhide leather sides with a smooth surface and semi-soft temper
Chrome-tanned leather suited to handbags, purses, wallets and other handcrafted accessories
No final coating, so the finish is semi-patent rather than full patent
Neutral brown and tan shades for projects that call for a polished look
Sold per individual side in the selected color
Limited stock clearance item

Sizes: 27-29 Sq Ft, 21-23 Sq Ft, 18-20 Sq Ft, 24-26 Sq Ft, 15-17 Sq Ft
Materials: Cowhide; chrome tan; semi-patent finish; thickness 2.5–4 oz (1.0–1.6 mm)
Fit: Semi-stiff temper; average dimensions for 21–23 sq ft sides: 31" x 78"
Sizing: Square footage ranges from 12–29 sq ft; price is per individual side selected
Returns: No returns on this product due to restocking complications, except where EU Directive 2023/2673 applies
Shipping: Shipping calculated at checkout

About the Semi-Patent Cowhide Leather Side, Cookie Dough Tan, 24-26 Sq Ft

This is a smooth semi-patent cowhide leather side in Cookie Dough Tan. The side measures 24-26 sq ft. The leather is chrome-tanned.

It has no final coating, so the finish is semi-patent rather than full patent. It suits handbags, purses, wallets and other handcrafted accessories, especially projects that call for a polished look.

Material: Cowhide, chrome-tanned
Finish: Semi-patent, smooth surface, no final coating
Thickness: 2.5-4 oz (1.0-1.6 mm)
Color: Cookie Dough Tan
Size: 24-26 sq ft
Sold as: One individual side
Uses: Handbags, purses, wallets, handcrafted accessories

Specifications

Color: Cookie Dough Tan
Size: 24-26 Sq Ft

Questions and answers

Is this real patent leather?: No. It is semi-patent: the shine comes from the leather's own finish, with no final coating applied. Expect a polished look that is less mirror-glossy than full patent.
What can I make from one side?: A side this size is enough for several handbags, wallets or small accessories. Plan your cuts around any natural marks and edges.
How firm is the leather?: It has a semi-soft temper. It holds some shape but is not stiff, so back it with interfacing for structured bags.
Is the color the same across the whole side?: It is a neutral brown-tan, but natural hides vary in shade across the piece. Check the whole side before cutting matching panels.
How should I finish the edges?: Because there is no final coating, burnish or paint edges as you would with chrome-tanned leather. Test on a scrap first.
Where is the Semi-Patent Cowhide Leather Side, Cookie Dough Tan, 24-26 Sq Ft cheapest?: At The Leather Guy, for $53.20, as of our latest check.

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