--- title: "Mistry Leather Craft: Behind the Scenes of Our Workshop" description: "Explore the slow fashion process at Mistry. See how our artisans handcraft premium leather bags and shoes in our New Delhi workshop. Discover our commitment to quality, sustainable leather craft, and honest, slow-made luxury." canonical: https://mytribe.in/shopmistry/handcrafted-leather-footwear/behind-the-craft-our-process-people last_updated: 2025-09-16 --- # Behind the Craft: Our Process and People Tribe Verified · A 3-year journey of slow-crafted luxury. By [Mistry](https://mytribe.in/shopmistry) · Ships across India; Visit the workshop in Okhla Phase II, New Delhi · ₹2,999 per pair (estimate) Part of [Handcrafted Leather Footwear](https://mytribe.in/shopmistry/handcrafted-leather-footwear). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shopmistry/handcrafted-leather-footwear/gallery) Every stitch tells a story. Step into our New Delhi workshop to see the patience, skill, and obsession that our kaarigars pour into every leather piece. ## Photos and videos - ![The first draft of something disruptive. This is a look at the silver leather 'DUPE' Tabi flat on its shoe last, a key part of the development process. The wait is almost over.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc28aa57-6783-43e0-97ee-6140518bb5a9) - ![What’s inside matters just as much as what’s seen. A glimpse of the patterns and soles for the 'DUPE' Tabi flat, showing the foundational elements that ensure a perfect fit and lasting quality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8af24d2b-c118-4353-ad05-98def6cbfc88) - ![The split-toe insoles for the 'DUPE' Tabi flat, laid out before being placed in the shoe. Every component is carefully considered and crafted.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b23657ad-1052-432a-aa49-450b4e1d88ea) - ![A sole with a story. The 'DUPE' insoles, freshly stamped and ready for the next stage of production in our workshop. A dupe with depth is coming soon.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ff0f83b3-f62e-4db9-8303-28bdbef643cf) - ![A whiteboard full of questions and a moodboard full of answers. This is a look at my design process for the 'DUPE' Tabi, where I map out the concept and details. The blueprint is set.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/773e757c-48dc-423c-972c-6e3f14209396) - [Video: Join me for a sourcing day out. In this video, I take you with me as I procure interesting leather finishes like deep tones, animal prints, and suedes for our upcoming winter and festive collections.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9a5efeb7-399a-4d37-94e0-4a459b494fd2) - [Video: Welcome to a day in my life as an Indian fashion entrepreneur. This video shows the less glamorous side of the business, from store visits and factory checks to overseeing quality control and dispatching your orders.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/852b6922-a067-4cf5-9893-3cb12f1f2104) - [Video: From a simple idea to a thriving brand. This video is part two of my story, explaining how we built a loyal customer base by offering luxury at an accessible price and handling interactions with a personal touch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf898423-506f-4b57-b7d7-e336810ae890) - [Video: A sneak peek into how the fashion accessory business works in India, from a newcomer's perspective. I share the story of our first 3.5 years, the investments we made, and the lessons we learned along the way.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5fffd4b4-9429-4f4f-8031-f962b8289531) - [Video: From an Instagram brand to opening our retail store in Greater Kailash, Delhi. This video tells the story of our journey, and I ask our community where in Mumbai they'd like to see our next store.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1dff2021-d053-4f9f-8133-2fd36f6d4f02) - [Video: Big news, we're in London. This video shows our co-founder Garima at the Source Fashion trade show, where we exhibited our bestselling styles to seek new partnerships in the UK.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc451107-2cbc-4ea0-be9a-05b85bc0d0a7) - [Video: This is me, Avnika, co-founder of Mistry. I'm starting a new series to get closer to our community and share the story of how we promote Indian handcrafted leather goods that meet international design standards.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f571f14f-a34e-45be-9110-9a93c1645fd0) - [Video: Behind every stitch lies a story of skill and dedication. On International Women's Day, I wanted to pay tribute to the talented craftswomen who are the backbone of Mistry, turning leather into masterpieces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ba95723c-1ff3-40a3-97b1-d155d844bbd9) - [Video: The craft behind the art. This video takes you into the Mistry workshop, showing the hands-on process of cutting patterns, gluing leather, and stitching each bag with care and precision.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/efdcd1c9-35ee-4bd7-b70a-c8d36fd528f8) - [Video: Join us behind the scenes as we bring the Madison Tote to life. This video shows the design process, from selecting colors and sketching on a tablet to the final meticulous steps of crafting the bag.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/04d85257-f306-4be4-9a7a-356e02f72ec5) - [Video: Workshop Wednesdays. This video is a tribute to the sounds and sights of our workshop, where our artisans create magic with their hands, from sharpening tools to stitching the final seams.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e31f2ac5-1651-45fd-b125-a4f359a66dbd) ## About Behind the Craft: Our Process & People We do not keep warehouses full of pre-made inventory because we do not believe in mass production. When you place an order, our New Delhi team selects the leather, cuts the patterns, and hand-stitches your piece from scratch. This 7 to 21 day process ensures that what arrives at your door is crafted exclusively for you, rather than pulled off a dusty shelf. ### From Sketch to Stitch Our workshop in Okhla Phase II is where the Mistry identity is formed. Unlike assembly-line manufacturing, our process begins with a blank sheet of paper and a moodboard. We obsess over the ergonomics of a bag or the cushion density of a loafer before the first cut is made. ### The Hands That Build We are proud to highlight the talented craftswomen who form the backbone of Mistry. Each bag and shoe passes through their hands—from pattern cutting and skiving to the final edge painting. By keeping production local in Delhi, we maintain complete oversight of the leather quality and stitching standards. ### Why Slow Fashion Matters We are often asked why our delivery timeline spans 7 to 21 days. The answer lies in our model: we do not use pre-manufactured stock. Every component, from the brass hardware to the vegetable-tanned leather, is sourced and assembled only once your order is confirmed. This reduces textile waste and ensures your product is crafted with fresh materials. ### Transparency in Process We believe you deserve to know where your money goes. When you buy Mistry, you are supporting a bootstrapped, homegrown label that invests in fair wages and artisanal training rather than fast-fashion shortcuts. Whether it is our classic penny loafers or the intricate 'DUPE' Tabi flats, every item carries the mark of a human hand, not a machine. ## About Mistry We are Mistry, a New Delhi-based label built on the belief that real luxury takes patience. We don't chase trends; we focus on handcrafted, minimal leather pieces that are designed to age beautifully with you. 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