Experience Live Music and Crafts at Halecat Christmas 2024

The Christmas fayre at Halecat in Witherslack will take place on December 7th and 8th, 2024, from 10 am to 4 pm. Join artists and craftpeople for food, cocktails, and live music in Jack’s workshop. Visit before or after Yew Tree Barn’s arts and crafts show for unique gifts. More details on the website.

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 medieval Abbey Buildings to life! …

New Briefcase

The author made their first briefcase almost 10 years ago and recently created a new one for sale at the Witherslack Exhibition. The new briefcase is crafted from UK veg-tanned, full-grain leather with solid brass buckles and clips cast in the Midlands.

Witherslack Exhibition

It’s that time of year again – the Witherslack Exhibition. From Saturday 21st September to Sunday 6th October 2024 More details on our group’s website: https://www.witherslackartistsandmakers.com/

New Course Dates for 2025

I’ve added more course dates for next year, starting in February: Why not book a place for a friend as a gift? Don’t forget there’s still spaces available on my August courses for this year (2024). For more info and booking, head over to my Leather Courses page.

The Green Fayre this weekend

I’ll be running my stall, demonstrating leather craft and selling my wares at this year’s Green Fayre, Beacon Country Park, Upholland, Lancashire. WN8 7RU If you’re in the area I’d love to see you! More details can be found on the West Lancs webpage and on the Green Fayre’s Facebook Page.

Recent Repair Work

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.

Handmade Oxford Craft Festival

This weekend we’ll be in Oxfordshire, at Waterperry Gardens. It’s the first time doing this show and we’re really excited about it. Hopefully see some of you there…! I will be exhibiting my work alongside 150 outstanding national and international designer-makers in the beautiful surroundings of Waterperry Gardens in Oxfordshire. Every craft discipline will be …