I get such a great sense of achievement when I can extend the life of a much loved item. In this case it was a Diesel watch that needed a new strap. Here’s the old one, falling apart… And here’s the result. A brand new leather watch strap made from […]
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Wow, this one got my fingers dirty and my brain bouncing! My customer wanted an old metal and leather pannier box to be restored, but kept looking really old and, well, “knackered” is the best way to describe it! The vintage pannier came to me very rusty with most of […]
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The owner of this belt had lost some weight, so wanted it making a little shorter. He bought it in Australia and we think it’s made from kangaroo skin – a very durable leather with properties similar to horseskin. The design on this belt was really interesting, with the buckle […]
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I was asked to repair the cover and case for this rifle scope. Some stitching had disintegrated, the verdigris buildup meant the scope didn’t fit the case anymore, the retaining strap was on its last legs and the retaining strap’s loop had disappeared years ago. So, I set to unpicking […]
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A strange name for these little portable seats. I was asked to replace the worn and torn canvas for leather, which were needed in time for the Cartmel Races last weekend. Such a simple design and very effective, shooting sticks come in different shapes and sizes. These two are made […]
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I’ve been doing lots of repair jobs recently. Here’s another example – a Barrett Alley wallet in need of some new thread. I decided that it needed to be taken apart and all the visible stitching re-sewn as neatly as possible. I love seeing how other makers work. An example […]
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These two cases needed re-stitching around the lid and on the hinge. The AM case needed a new handle fitting. Both in fantastic condition, considering their age – I think they both saw action during the second world war. The army case had leather sewn over the metal of the […]
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Broken stitching, dodgy handle and cracking leather. Another gorgeous old bag getting the Morgan Leather love! Get in touch if you need something old and leathery repairing!
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The restoration of a customer’s grandfather’s Gladstone bag involved addressing several issues, including a large side hole, torn lining, dry leather, and a failing handle. The repair process included patching the outside of the bag, replacing the handle, and carefully reassembling it to preserve the original leather. The project celebrated family heritage.
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Over the past year, I’ve repaired various items, including a hat box, an old holdall, a binoculars case, and a mandolin case. Each required unique fixes such as restitching, reinforcing, replacing straps, and refurbishing components. My favorite was the holdall, now serving a local Rotary Club. Contact me for repairs.
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