Claudette's Journey to School

In America, learning a trade isn’t so out of the ordinary. Sometimes it’s what we do because we have an interest in it, we find something we’re goo...

Jasmine Learns an Unexpected Trade

Jasmine lives in the village of Guanijiquil, which is approximately one hour from the Mission Lazarus administrative offices and Lazarus Academy in...

The Enduring Quality of Handmade Leather

In a world characterized by fast fashion and disposable goods, there's something profoundly captivating about the enduring quality of handmade leat...

A Lighthouse to Bring Hope to David

Las Delicias is one of the most beautiful villages in our region in Honduras, but it has the same fate as all villages in the country - there are n...

Crafty Ways to Personalize Your Leather Bag

You’ve purchased our Everyday Shoulder Bag, a handmade leather bag that you’ve been drooling over for months now! Congratulations! While each of ou...

Leather Goods: By Hand Vs. By Machine

Handmade leather products and machine mass-produced ones differ in several ways, including the level of craftsmanship, quality, customization optio...

The Versatility of Our Leather Bags

Leather totes and backpacks are favorable for on-the-go consumers. There are numerous uses because our handmade leather totes not just fashionable...

Where You Live Affects the Patina of Leather

A well-developed patina adds a sense of uniqueness and character to any handmade leather item. Each piece of leather ages differently, reflecting t...

An Opportunity for Kilmer to Work

Kilmer lives in the village of Las Delicias outside of San Marcos de Colon. His community is comprised mostly of subsistence farmers. These hardwor...

The Art of Leather Care

Caring for your handcrafted Lazarus Artisan Goods products is of utmost importance. Our talented leather artisans pour their heart and soul into cr...

So, You Think You Can Shop for Dad?

You want your dad to be as cool as you, right? Shop for Father's Day with Lazarus Artisan Goods and gift your dad a handcrafted leather product tha...

How a Neighbor's Act of Kindness Changed Everything

Every parent has big dreams for their children, but opportunities are scarce for people like Jose Luis, who comes from a low-income family. When he...