Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA

We’ve been cutting corners! Why it matters in leather craft

In most things, cutting corners is something to avoid. In leather craft, it is one of the most important things we do — and one of the details that separates something handcrafted from something manufactured.

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Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA

How to care for vegetable tanned leather — a complete guide

Vegetable tanned leather isn't finished to stay the same — it's made to change. A complete guide to keeping it cared for, from day to day handling to conditioning, storage and what to do if it picks up a scratch along the way.

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Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA

Beyond Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Celebrating Handmade in the UK

In a season defined by mass‑market discounts, we’re choosing to spotlight something rarer: the makers who still design and handcraft here in the UK. From jewellers and candle makers to artists and curators, these small businesses embody what true luxury means — care, intention, and longevity. Their work reminds us that supporting craft isn’t just about a single purchase; it’s about sustaining skills, stories, and communities for the future. Handcrafted in England, because true luxury is never mass produced.

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