About Us

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Hey hey! My name is Jennifer Hoffman. I stumbled upon leatherwork somewhat by accident. In 2020 I was 25 years old, and freshly diagnosed with breast cancer. The world was still in quarantine mode, and I needed a new hobby to fill my time. I mentioned to my incredibly supportive husband that it would be cool to try leatherworking. Next thing I knew, he had ordered a beginners leatherworking kit for me. I spent the next multiple months teaching myself everything I could in between chemo treatments. The longer I created, the more I knew leatherworking was my passion. In December of 2022 I participated in my very first craft fair, and Lazy Dog Leather Company was born! The name being a nod to our very own lazy dogs, Deebo and Enzo. I create multiple ready to purchase items, but I also love taking custom orders.

Shop us in person at a variety of pop up markets in Lincoln, and surrounding areas.

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David

Safety Officer

Lazy Dog Leather Company’s name is inspired by our very own lazy dogs. Meet David Shellpelle. He is not a dog, but our lazy Russian Tortoise. He may be slow, but he will haul ass for some cherry tomato. His favorite activities are eating greens and digging in dirt. He likes a little tickle on his head, but will shoot daggers at you if you give him a bath. He will outlive us all.

Nickname: The Round One

Jennifer

Owner & Maker

Meet Jennifer. The maker behind Lazy Dog Leather Company. You'll see bits of my favorite things sprinkled around my products. I love Tito's vodka, plants, and most of all, dogs! If I'm not leatherworking, you can catch me playing darts, gardening, or kicking it with my family.

Meet The Team

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Enzo

Boof Master

Lazy Dog Leather Company’s name is inspired by our very own lazy dogs. Meet Enzo. Our goofy Boxer/Lab/Mutt mix. He loves playing tug, rolling in dirt, and accidently hitting his head on things. He is the weirdest dog I know in all the best ways. His favorite pastime is dropping toys on his sleeping brothers face when he wants to play.

Nickname: Sweet Potato Boy

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Deebo

Head of Security

Lazy Dog Leather Company’s name is inspired by our very own lazy dogs. Meet Deebo. Our old man American Staffordshire Terrier that loves basking in the sun, eating ice, and whining at any minor inconvenience. He enjoys playing with his brother Enzo, but only for short periods of time.

Nickname: Big Chunky Boy