Our Story

 

 

In April 2020, our world changed forever when our son, Elias, was born with Congenital
Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH), a rare condition that severely impacts lung growth and
development. It was a challenging and emotional time, spending many weeks at the NICU alongside Elias as he fought bravely through surgeries and treatments. Tragically, at just three weeks old, he finished his fight, and we had to say goodbye to our precious boy. 

In the weeks following the devastating loss of our son, we were faced with some difficult and unexpected life changes amongst the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. While quarantined at home, I found a surprising source of comfort in leathercrafting. What started as a way to channel my grief quickly grew into a true passion—one that helped me turn my pain into purpose and honor Elias' memory. That’s when the vision for Elias Drew Leather Goods was born. 

In March of 2021, we officially launched our small business with the dream of sharing the skill and love for leathercrafting while carrying on Elias’ legacy. We want to make a difference in the lives of parents experiencing the same heartbreaking circumstances that we did. With every item purchased, we donate a percentage toward financial grants for other families affected by CDH. We’re incredibly grateful for your support. To learn more about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and the organization we currently contribute to, visit www.thecdhfoundation.com

Thank you for being part of this journey with us.