Caroline Gatwiri Gichuru skillfully crafted Frank's elegant, high-quality black leather ID case, ensuring secure compartments with clear windows for a practical yet stylish solution. What's your wish?
A request by Frank from Berlin, Germany
I would like a custom-made ID case in the color black. The material should be high quality leather. The size of the case when closed should be approx. 13.5 x 10 cm, while when open it should measure 32.5 x 27 cm. In addition, the case should have a press stud to ensure that my ID cards are securely stowed away. The 3 small compartments lengthwise are approx. 9 x 5 cm wide and the 3 large compartments are approx. 9 x 12 cm high. The compartments have transparent plastic windows.
The Journey of Creating Made to measure: High-quality black leather ID card holder
Negotiation & Planning
Hello Frank, hoping you are well? My name is Caroline Gatwiri a kenyan leather craftwoman. I would love to realize your leather ID card as per your specifications.
Kind regards,
Caroline Gatwiri.
Hello Caroline, I am happy if you can realize my wish.
With kind regards
Frank Schilmann (Automatic translation)
Yes i can Frank and its an honour to serve you.. Can i go ahead and start the production?
Kind regards.
Hello Frank, we assure you of quality leather and value for your money.
Thanks you.
Crafting Process
How to make a Made to measure: High-quality black leather ID card holder – work in progress
Hello Frank, hoping you are well? The production process will start today and we will keep you updated.
Hello Caroline, thank you for the information and I am pleased with the progress. Kind regards Frank (Automatic translation)
Hello Frank, hoping you are well! There was a shortage of the leather we are supposed to use for your wallet. Today it was supplied and on monday the product will be out. I have shared the photos of the leather i will be using.
Kind Regards,
Caroline Gatwiri
Hello Caroline, I'm glad to hear the news. I am already very excited. Best regards Frank (Automatic translation)
Hello Frank, how are you today? Here is the final product check it out and confirm the shipment.
Kind regards,
Caroline Gatwiri.
Hello Caroline, very nice! Thank you for your work. You are welcome to send it to me. I am already looking forward to the mail from you. All the best for you. Best regards Frank. (Automatic translation)
Hello Frank, we have already delivered the wallet to our local operations manager. Its was great working for you.
Kind regards,
Caroline Gatwiri..
Hello Caroline, I can only repeat myself. Very nice! Thank you for your work. You are welcome to send it to me. I am already looking forward to the mail from you. All the best for you. Best regards Frank. (Automatic translation)
Hello Frank,
This is Vicky, the local operations manager. I received your wallet and did a thorough quality review and need to bring to your attention some discrepancy. While the external measurements of the wallet match your specifications, the sum of the measurements for the individual compartments does not align with the total dimensions when the wallet is opened.
Given this discrepancy, I wanted to clarify if the functionality of the compartments, such as accommodating specific cards or items, may be affected. If you had intended for the compartments to fit certain cards or items, we may need to revisit the design to ensure they meet your requirements.
I have shared several photos showing the measurements of the different compartments. Kindly go through them and let us know what you think. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring that the final product meets your expectations.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to your feedback.
Best regards,
Vicky Achieng.
Hi Vicky, the deviations in the compartments are OK. The important thing is that the outer dimension (with closed compartments) is not too large. And it is not. Please send the wallet on its way. With kind regards
Frank (Automatic translation)
The Finished Unique Piece – Individually Handmade
Reference: ON-AI-000035D-59881
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Cost of material |
42.89
|
| Cost of labour |
15.32
|
| Cost of packaging |
3.06
|
| Cost of delivery to local operations manager |
1.84
|
| Subtotal – payout to artisan |
63.11
|
| Customer acquisition costs (advertising etc.) |
6.31
|
| Handling fee Urban Change Lab |
6.31
|
| Shipping costs from Kenya to Germany* |
25.31
|
| VAT (Germany)* |
14.39
|
| Total |
120.24
|
*Shipping costs and VAT vary depending on your location.
Each price shown is based on a unique, custom request. Final prices may vary depending on materials, effort, and delivery location.
