There are many ways to personalize the writing area of your box. If your box already has tooling or embossing on edges of leather writing area – there is no need to do anything. It already has gold/silver/black (etc..) designs which make it standout or “pop” – making look distinguished.
What do you do if your leather slope is plain or undecorated? Well, I have some suggestions:
1 – Hire an artist, or if you (or someone you know) are artistically gifted – paint designs on the edge of your leather writing area. Think “illuminated manuscript” or even a flowering pattern – maybe you like dragons, or something having to do with celestial objects – it really is up to you, and what interests you. What inspires or captivates you – why not have it on your box. (Painting the whole surface involves a great deal more care – the sky is the limit).
2 – Using stickers or something with adhesive – I caution against this, it tends to fade fast, and looks bad when ripped or damaged. The glue that is left behind is also a problem. There are certain stickers that can be put on edges they look elegant but they are few and far between. Remember you are trying to personalize desk and not cause damage (or something you might regret – never take the quick and easy option in this case).
3 – Using cloth or other types of trim on leather – there is a good deal of options here as well. The only down side is the adhesive you use – if it can be done in a semi-permanent way (meaning lasting as long as the slope itself), then go for it.
4 – Adding embossing/engraving/tooling – this has been done since boxes were made – so there are a number of great options. There are kits to do this – so many options – just Google it! If you are old fashioned and don’t want to bother with internet – check with local tannery or leather shop.
