Goatskin — Alran Chevre Native
Full-grain vegetable-tanned goatskin from the Alran tannery in France. The Native article has a distinctive deep wave-like grain that comes from the species and the stretching process during drying — every hide is one of a kind. Completely dyed through with an aniline finish, soft in the hand, and built for daily use. An exceptional option for bookbinding.
Natural Crust
Natural
Adobe
Chestnut
Mocha
Mandarin
Cranberry
Raspberry
Fire Red
Vert
Pine Green
Malachite
Azur
Marine
Violet
Smoke
Charcoal
BlackGoatskin — Capra Granulosa (Siegel Leather)
Premium goatskin with a natural grain and a soft, broken-in feel from the start. Unlike embossed leathers, the texture is created through a specialized shrinking process — giving it an authentic, distinctive look. Soft yet durable, refined and built to last for many years.
Natural
Terra Cotta
Brown
Black
Grey
Navy
Forest Green
Red
Crimson
PurpleCowhide — Badalassi Carlo Waxy Pull-Up
Full-grain cowhide from a Tuscan tannery in Italy with a long tradition of quality craftsmanship. As it's handled, the leather shifts in tone — this pull-up effect creates depth and movement, developing a look that is uniquely yours. No two will wear the same.
Natural
Cognac
Walnut
Olmo
Tobacco
Dark Brown
Black
Steel Grey
Golden Yellow
Olive Green
Emerald
Turquoise
Sapphire
Navy
Red
Bordeaux
Violet
PinkCowhide — Badalassi Carlo Minerva Box
A more structured cowhide from the same Tuscan tannery, known for its smooth, consistent grain and excellent durability. Minerva Box has a firmer hand than the Waxy and develops a beautiful patina over time without the pull-up color variation — a clean, refined look that ages with character.
Bone
Whiskey
Olmo
Walnut
Tobacco
Dark Brown
Black
Grey
Yellow
Olive
Emerald
Turquoise
Sapphire
Navy
Red
Violet
Bordeaux
PinkNappa Lambskin
The inside matters too. We use Nappa lambskin for liners because it's soft, flexible, and clean. Every time you open your Bible, you feel the difference — it lies smooth, looks sharp, and elevates the overall build. Several colors are available, and additional options can be sourced if needed.
The yapp is the leather that extends beyond the pages. It protects the edges and plays a big role in the overall look and feel of the Bible.
The spine is one of the most noticeable parts of the Bible and plays a big role in the overall look and feel.
Each Bible comes standard with "Holy Bible," the translation initials, and the Blessed Arrows logo on the spine. From there, you can keep it simple or make it personal.
Front Cover Options
Add a symbol, logo, or custom design. Common choices include the Jerusalem Cross and Chi Rho, or something unique to you.
Foil Options
Stamping can be done blind (no foil), or with gold or silver foil for added contrast and detail.
Name Stamping
Names or initials can be added to the front cover. Placement depends on length and layout.
Ribbon Colors
Choose from a range of ribbon colors to match your Bible or add contrast. If you have a specific color in mind, additional options can usually be sourced.
Page Dye
Page dye is the color applied to the edges of the pages. If your Bible has gilding, the color shows subtly beneath the gold or silver when opened. Without gilding, it becomes the primary edge color when closed — a small detail that helps tie everything together.
Page Speckling
Page speckling is a time-tested technique where paint is applied across the page edges in a fine pattern. We mix our own paints, so you're not limited to standard colors. Each result is slightly different — no two will come out the same.
