Hi there, I understand! This began as an art project to show how sad it was we consume and waste. I collected unused scraps and overages in my city to start this educational endeavor. I am still using that leather I collected. If you want to know more about the exact leather I use and who it's produced by and how email me and I'll give you all the details. lisa@leathermonsters.com - I look forward to a time when animals are not being eaten. Until then I will continue to gather up landfill-bound new leather and create these.