The Leather & Cloth atelier works across garments, leather goods, and objects where fabric and hide are the primary material. Construction methods are drawn from saddle-making and architectural leather work rather than fashion. Edges are finished by hand. Hardware is solid metal. Nothing is plastic.
Every piece begins with material selection — hide selection for grain uniformity and structural integrity. Patterns are cut by hand. Edges are bevelled, dyed, and burnished before assembly. Stitching is hand-saddle-stitched using two needles where structural demands require it, machine-stitched for secondary seams.
Materials
Vegetable tanned leather
Bridle leather
Heavyweight linen
Natural cotton canvas
Waxed cotton
Solid brass hardware
Copper rivets
Bone buttons
Tools
Stitching chisels
Edge slickers
Wing dividers
Saddler's awl
Bone folder
Skiving knives
Heavy industrial sewing machine
Commission
Bespoke work is available.
Custom garments, bags, cases, and leather objects available on commission. Minimum engagement 8 weeks. Enquire with dimensions, intended use, and material preferences.
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