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Made in USA
Handcrafted in Detroit by U.S. Veterans & artisans.
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Take Care
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Sustainability
Crafted with zero waste from upcycled automotive leather.
Get as creative as you want with upcycled automotive "remnant" leather pieces and full hides from Pingree's Materials Library powered by Hagerty. From DIY arts and crafts projects to leveraging these world class materials for your emerging small business, we want whatever you're making to smell like a new car because it nearly was.
* Buy 5 lbs and get a 6th pound free
At Pingree Detroit we have saved over 23 tons of automotive leather from landfills since 2015 and as we commit to a zero waste lifestyle we hope to inspire and share our mission with you.
Perfectly Imperfect: There will be small character imperfections and variations in color and texture since this material was left over from the production of new cars.
Features:
- Nappa automotive Leather
- High quality car seat and steering wheel textures and finishes
- Unique color variations
- Durable material
- Sustainable and upcycled
Dimensions:
- Boxes may include pieces as small as 2 inches x 2 inches (2"x2") and as large as 6 feet long x 5 feet wide (6'-5') which could be in a box if 5+ lbs are ordered.
- Size varies based on what we have available and we cannot guarantee large pieces. Each box is unique and pre-boxed so no special requests please. Available till we sell out.
Colors:
Black, Brown, Grey, Cream, Orange, Red, assorted.
Automotive leather is great for:
- Decor
- Earings
- Bags
- School projects
- Patches
- Jewelry
- Clothing
- Furniture
- Unique art
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.
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".
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.