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Assorted Corktown Coaster pack made from upcycled automitve leather in Detroit
Assorted Leather Corktown Coasters manufactured in Detroit from sustainable materials
Upcycled Cork backs for the Corktown Coasters made in Detroit, MI
drinking coffee while using the corktown coaster made with upcycled car leather and made in detroit y veterans. in a coffee shop in detroit, michigan. made in the usa.
The Corktown Coasters
Steel grey Corktown Coasters made from upcycled materials from the auto industry
The Corktown Coasters
Cognac Corktown Coasters manufactured in the USA from repurposed materials.
The Corktown Coasters
Corktown Coasters in Onyx made from upcycled automotive leather.
coaster box made from recycled paper with the Pingree Detroit logo visible and the cosasters made with upcycled leather and recycled cork are on a chess table ready for us.
Scotch Corktown Coasters handmade in Detroit from upcycled automotive leather.
The Corktown Coasters
Assorted Corktown Coaster pack made from upcycled automitve leather in Detroit
Assorted Leather Corktown Coasters manufactured in Detroit from sustainable materials
Upcycled Cork backs for the Corktown Coasters made in Detroit, MI
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drinking coffee while using the corktown coaster made with upcycled car leather and made in detroit y veterans. in a coffee shop in detroit, michigan. made in the usa.
  • Made in USA

    Handcrafted in Detroit by U.S. Veterans & artisans.

  • Take Care

    Keep your products looking great and lasting for generations - Learn more

  • Sustainability

    Crafted with zero waste from upcycled automotive leather.

When car seats are turned into coasters, your drink always has the best seat in the house. 

Each Corktown Coaster set comes with 4 coasters handmade in Detroit by our team of Veterans and Detroiters, with leather upcycled from the American auto industry. We unite this durable leather with cork crafted from leftover wine bottles and upcycled natural rubber.  We then proudly hand-emboss our logo on each coaster.
It’s a great gift that smells like a new car -- because it nearly was!

**PLEASE NOTE: Your order is made-to-order and will ship within 5-7 business days **

Benefits: 

  • Made in Detroit
  • Worker-owned, sharing 77% of profits with the team
  • Creates training and meaningful employment for U.S. Veterans and Detroiters
  • Free U.S. shipping! 
  • Stylish and durable leather is simple to clean. 

Details: 

  • Comes in a set of 4
  • 4” x 4”
  • 1/4” depth
  • 4 colors to choose from
  • Durable automotive leather finished top 
  • recycled cork bottom

OUR PURPOSE

Story behind the Name: “Corktown” is not only one of the oldest neighborhoods in Detroit but is one of the first places where a “Pingree potato patch” popped up. Detroit Mayor Hazen Pingree gave 430 acres of land and seeds to Detroiters to grow their own food during the nationwide depression of 1893.  We honor his commitment to service above self with these coasters.

Your coaster is crafted with small batch leather reclaimed from the production of new cars. So, your Corktown Coasters may have a texture and shade that varies slightly from the leather pictured.

Shipping

Since the majority of our products are made to order, we try our hardest to ensure orders ship quickly. Most accessories ship within 3-5 business days after the order being placed. If the product is made to order- you'll see the estimated days needed to make your handmade piece in bold on that respective product page. Footwear will ship based on the month included on the receipt emailed to you and the name in the Title when you checked out. 

Returns

We want you to be happy, and tell your friends, family, and co-workers about your Piece of Pingree a decade from now how well it's still holding up, so we will stand by our product for life. If the stitching or any hardware fails on one of our products within 365 days of the product arriving to you, we cover the cost of getting it shipped back to us to repair and shipping it back to you at no extra cost. After the warranty, for the Life of Your Product, if anything breaks on it from normal use (please don't use our dog leashes to lift engines out of cars--even though they can hold it) - all you pay is the labor it costs us to repair it and the shipping expense. 

The Corktown Coasters

$21.99

Pickup available at 15707 Livernois Ave.

Usually ready in 2 hours

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  • Made in USA

    Handcrafted in Detroit by U.S. Veterans & artisans.

  • Take Care

    Keep your products looking great and lasting for generations - Learn more

  • Sustainability

    Crafted with zero waste from upcycled automotive leather.

When car seats are turned into coasters, your drink always has the best seat in the house. 

Each Corktown Coaster set comes with 4 coasters handmade in Detroit by our team of Veterans and Detroiters, with leather upcycled from the American auto industry. We unite this durable leather with cork crafted from leftover wine bottles and upcycled natural rubber.  We then proudly hand-emboss our logo on each coaster.
It’s a great gift that smells like a new car -- because it nearly was!

**PLEASE NOTE: Your order is made-to-order and will ship within 5-7 business days **

Benefits: 

  • Made in Detroit
  • Worker-owned, sharing 77% of profits with the team
  • Creates training and meaningful employment for U.S. Veterans and Detroiters
  • Free U.S. shipping! 
  • Stylish and durable leather is simple to clean. 

Details: 

  • Comes in a set of 4
  • 4” x 4”
  • 1/4” depth
  • 4 colors to choose from
  • Durable automotive leather finished top 
  • recycled cork bottom

OUR PURPOSE

Story behind the Name: “Corktown” is not only one of the oldest neighborhoods in Detroit but is one of the first places where a “Pingree potato patch” popped up. Detroit Mayor Hazen Pingree gave 430 acres of land and seeds to Detroiters to grow their own food during the nationwide depression of 1893.  We honor his commitment to service above self with these coasters.

Your coaster is crafted with small batch leather reclaimed from the production of new cars. So, your Corktown Coasters may have a texture and shade that varies slightly from the leather pictured.

Shipping

Since the majority of our products are made to order, we try our hardest to ensure orders ship quickly. Most accessories ship within 3-5 business days after the order being placed. If the product is made to order- you'll see the estimated days needed to make your handmade piece in bold on that respective product page. Footwear will ship based on the month included on the receipt emailed to you and the name in the Title when you checked out. 

Returns

We want you to be happy, and tell your friends, family, and co-workers about your Piece of Pingree a decade from now how well it's still holding up, so we will stand by our product for life. If the stitching or any hardware fails on one of our products within 365 days of the product arriving to you, we cover the cost of getting it shipped back to us to repair and shipping it back to you at no extra cost. After the warranty, for the Life of Your Product, if anything breaks on it from normal use (please don't use our dog leashes to lift engines out of cars--even though they can hold it) - all you pay is the labor it costs us to repair it and the shipping expense. 

Customer Reviews

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George Cook

The Corktown Coasters

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SJ Demo
Beautiful

Purchased two sets of coasters for myself and a friend. Thicker than the set I bought years ago and don't stick to the bottom of the glass like the old set. Beautiful colors and design. Will be a great gift with a cool Detroit story behind them.

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Nic
Coasters and Wallet.

I bought the coasters as a gift because they look great! So, I’ll hear after Christmas how they are.

I also bought a Pingree wallet and use it every day!!

Thank you!

J
John Leininger
Excellent Coasters

They really do smell like new car! Excellent coasters, and I love the brand and purpose. Would (and will) highly recommend to friends

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Charade Watts

Love these!

Why Pingree is Different?

At Pingree Detroit, we’re not just crafting products—we’re designing impact into everything we do. Every product we make is a testament to our commitment to sustainability, quality, and neighborhood resiliency. By using upcycled leather, we’re reducing waste and turning it into handcrafted goods that stand the test of time. But what truly sets us apart is the people behind the work.

We proudly employ Detroiters and Veterans; paying a living wage and reinvesting 77% of profits back into the workers and neighborhoods where we work. Being rooted in a mission-driven environment, working with your hands, and being part of something bigger than yourself is restorative. You can be proud knowing your purchase is making a difference and you’ll know who it’s making a difference for, since each product comes with a "Maker Card".

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We LOVE Sustainable Products

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Our products are crafted using upcycled leather that would otherwise go to the landfill. By giving this leather a second life, we’re reducing waste and minimizing our environmental impact while delivering high-quality goods built to last.

But sustainability isn’t just about the materials; it’s about reimagining "waste" and designing around circularity. From our eco-conscious production and shipping methods to our commitment to maximizing well-being for our workers, customers, and the environment, we believe every step matters. When you choose a Pingree product, you’re choosing something better—for the planet, for people, and for our collective future.

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