Bookings are now open for the Coppice Association’s Weekend in the Woods event! Held in Silverdale, Lancashire, from Sat 16 May to Sun 17 May 2026 More info: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/coppiceassociationnorthwest1/1945592
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Tool Sheaths
Stanley Knife Pouch for Tree Planter
I love the variety of my work. This one was for a tree planter in Scotland who uses a Stanley knife to remove the old tree guards from established saplings. The blade doesn’t retract so he wanted a safe way to carry it with him in the woods, as well […]
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Demoing Leather Craft at the Great Ecc!
I’m heading down to the Great Eccleston show this weekend. Lots of rural crafts, animals, farming gear and tractor pulling! (I’m not sure what tractor pulling is, but I’ve been advised to bring ear defenders!) 12th & 13th July 2025. Opens at 9am and closes at 6pm, free parking! I’ve […]
Read More Billhook Sheaths at Weekend in the Woods
I had a great time at the recent Weekend in the Woods (run by the Coppice Association Northwest) where I taught five people to make a billhook sheath and one to make an axe sheath. Two of my students are coppice apprentices with BHMAT – a charity based in the […]
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Explore My New Leather Collection on Etsy
I’ve been busily building up my stock of small items and have just finished uploading all the details to my Etsy shop. So here’s a rundown of them, along with direct links to each item… Drop me a line if you’d like to know more.
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Learn Outdoor Crafts at Weekend in the Woods 2025
The Weekend in the Woods event in Silverdale, organized by the Coppice Association North West, will take place on May 17-18, 2025. Participants can attend various courses, including tool sheath making, Welsh frame baskets, bowl turning, rush bags, beginner’s blacksmithing, and Westmorland panels, fostering outdoor learning and community.
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Gift Idea: Leather Craft Courses for Loved Ones
Consider gifting a leather craft experience for £100, which covers materials, lunch, and a maximum of four students. Participants can create items such as phone cases, belts, book covers, or tool sheaths. Check the courses section on the website for more details on leather craft offerings.
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Join Me at the Abingdon Traditional Craft Fair: November 2024
If you live in or near Oxfordshire I reckon this could be for you. Situated in the Abbey Buildings, I’ll be there on the first weekend of November. 1st, 2nd and 3rd November 2024. That’s the Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Over 60 craft exhibitors, makers, designers and artists bringing the […]
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Leather Axe Sheath to Fit
Hand-cut British veg-tanned leather. Dyed, sewn, burnished and oiled. I didn’t have my customer’s axe, just a photo of it with some dimensions. But it just so happened to be a similar size and shape to my felling axe. Perfect for a photo shoot! If you’d like me to make […]
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New Trial Pricing Structure
Hi all, I’ve just launched a new pricing structure where you decide on what to pay me! Sounds mad? Well, maybe, yes, but I’m putting my faith in you, and everyone else I make things for. You’re all really nice people and I’m confident you’ll do what’s right! I’m also […]
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