13th january 2021

 

snow, rain and a hint of spring

 

we had weeks of shimmery winter wonderland on the hebden tops, and made the most of every opportunity to get out with the dogs onto the moors and woods of calderdale. now that the rain has followed and the melt is complete, the luminescent mossy greens and wintry browns of the landscape are so striking.

 

it won't be long before the snowdrops are peeping through.

 

aligning ourselves with nature as best we can, we are readying ourselves for new growth - spending a little extra attention on updating our marketing materials - look out for our ce-leathergoods informative complement slips in with your orders. 

 

it also seems naturally fitting to be currently working on a lovely, forest-green platform bag.

 

6th january 2021

 

 

 

let go and become

 

there goes 2020 - we'll let that one go... and here comes 2021 - let's see what can become.

 

and in-betweeny - the rest period of the holidays has been a refreshing pause, and now we look towards what will be.

 

 

 

 

january is a time when thoughtful christmas money gifts and vouchers are often converted into lovely leather treats to oneself - either a long-desired product or practical leather-skills workshop or course - such as the little alldaith expedition bag pictured here - all you need for your phone, flask or sandwiches - made by one of our workshop students. 

 

what leathery loveliness would you like to include in your life?

 

this is a good time of year to make sure that our stockists have plenty of our products for the spring. chrissie at hat therapy and lesley at the store will soon be receiving newly made deliveries to display.

 

we'll be developing the mens' products section of our website, showcasing our bestsellers - belts, wallets, shaving kits, hips flasks and document cases, amongst others.

 

take a few deep breaths, let the old fall away, smell the crisp, wintry air and ... just ... be.

 

 

23 december 2020

 

interesting times

 

 

we are coming towards the end of some very interesting christmas orders - full of variety: including the completion of a splendid soft, green leather satchel for an old friend;

a couple who treated each other to a belt-making workshop for their third 'leather' wedding anniversary ordered another belt for his father's presie.

 

 

this year has also seen the development of some interesting working relationships, collaborations and partnerships. we have had faithful support from customers, stockists and suppliers alike: last week being yet another example of our suppliers' commitment to us - the identity store coming good with a last-minute request for a selection of unusual buckles.

 

we also find ourselves coming towards the end of an interesting year that has found us all doing what we do best: adapting to the one reliable constant of life - change.

 

so as we head towards 2021, we offer a heartfelt blessing: 

 

'may we live in less interesting times' 

 

 

16th december 2020

delightful commissions

 

this week has been super busy preparing some delightful commissions for the christmas post. there have been some wonderfully unusual projects, including restoring a funky old 1960s velveteen guitar strap. imagine the psychedelic colours ... and then some!

 

 

as ever, our customers come from all walks of life - a local gallery owner, an architect, a QC, an IT specialist, and cyber security expert.

 

cathy has been having fun and games sourcing just the right buckle for a lovely green satchel order. we still have a little wiggle room for last-minute christmas requests.

 

this week, st augustine's centre  are delivering their christmas food and gift boxes to asylum seekers and refugees around the park ward area of halifax. the independent shop owners and artisans of hebden bridge contributed wonderfully to the project - including chocolate and sweets, colouring crayons, wrapping paper, candles, woolly socks ... and a selection of lovely, soft, leather wallets of various shapes and sizes.

 

email: cathy@ce-leathergoods.com

mobile: 07720 715 418

twitter: @cathybags

fb: @catherine edwards leather 

website: ce-leathergoods.com

 

 

9th december 2020

workshop vouchers and creative joy

 

vouchers

why not give the creative one in your life one of our workshop vouchers, and the opportunity to make something beautiful and lasting in british saddlery leather.

 

lots of workshop projects suitable for all skill levels are possible, covering a range of leather options including a soft apron, tablet case, tool roll, clutch bag, journal cover, twine pot and candle holder.

 

vouchers valued at £25 per hour's workshop, can be put towards 1, 2 or 3-hour, covid-friendly sessions - group or one-to-one.

 

creative joy

we are enjoying this especially creative time of year. cathy is a busy bee preparing some special christmas requests - an unusual and original backpack combining two different types of leather, an architect's satchel, a gift shaving kit, and a bespoke, indigo-blue lyngby box bag with matching purse.

 

our latest collaboration is with ruth edwards through her hebden shop broccante, where there is a wide range of interesting, handmade, old and new home furnishings, to which cathy adds beautiful leather accessories. this week she is making co-ordinated, top quality, british saddlery leather straps for one of ruth's antique, soft, upholstery-fabric bags.

 

 

we are excited about this week's delivery of some attractive, oversized fireman's buckles in gorgeous, gunmetal-grey.

 

email: cathy@ce-leathergoods.com

mobile: 07720 715 418

twitter: @cathybags

fb: @catherine edwards leather

 

website: ce-leathergoods.com

 

2 december 2020

 

 

your christmas order

 

our lovely leather workshop is a happy place at the moment as we prepare your christmas orders ready for your loved ones.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

use our lovely gift-wrapping service to make your gift extra-special

 

make sure you have your gifts in time for christmas by placing your order before

 

friday 11th december

 

workshops

two opportunities to create your own gifts at our upcoming workshops

at the art works, halifax on

 

tuesday 8th december 6:30pm - 8:30pm

candle holder workshop

&

saturday 12th december 10:30am - 4:30pm

leather desk tidy workshop

 

our workshops are perfect for a small, covid-friendly, family gathering 

hosted and supervised individually by catherine.

they are a great way to introduce yourself to working with leather.

suitable for beginners or the more experienced.

range of techniques employed with tools and materials provided.

 

email: cathy@ce-leathergoods.com

mobile: 07720 715 418

twitter: @cathybags

fb: @catherine edwards leather

 

website: ce-leathergoods.com

 

 25th December 2020  

 

it's all about christmas!

 

indulge your senses with the beautiful aroma of natural leather with our range of gorgeous gift products.

 

this week is all about christmas as we prepare to launch our instagram shop with five of our most popular products.

 

there is something for everyone - a friend, loved one, the green-fingered one in your life... and of course ... don't forget to treat yourself.

 

twine pot - for creatives and gardeners, a beautiful and unusual gift for storing and dispensing not only yarn or twine, but also to keep small things handy where you need them. it will hold light-weight items. handle opening fits to hang over a standard doorknob or cabinet knobs, or just set it down and fill. £45

 

candle holder - made entirely by hand from reclaimed wood and pure untreated leather, the Cannwyll candle holder is a beautiful and unique piece to light up any home, the leather around the candle holder can be embossed with a message or initials of your choice. the wood is sourced locally, turned and waxed to give it a rich finish, making it the perfect gift to mark a special occasion. the leather is british, untreated saddlery hide which begins life as a pale pinkish colour but ages in time to a rich caramel hue, full of character. made entirely by hand, natural leather, hand-turned from locally sourced wood. two sizes to choose from, £22 and £26

 

desk tray/organiser - keep all of your bits and bobs tidy and together in this british leather, handmade desk tray. equally elegant in either home or office, each panel of leather is individually selected for quality and finish, then hand cut and stitched. the tray can be personalised with your choice of initials, making it a great gift idea for christmas, weddings, housewarming, anniversary, groomsmen etc. £55

 

billfold wallet - classic personalised men's leather billfold wallet, slips perfectly into the pocket or tucks neatly away in a jacket. this subtle product gives a pleasingly understated look. the exterior is best british saddlery leather and contrasts well with the fine gloving leather used for the interior. £40

 

toldbol tiny saddle bag  - has got to be one of the smallest bags I make, and probably the sweetest. perfect for nights or days out when all you need are the essentials, put Toldbol Tiny over your shoulder and you're ready for anything. buckle detail and smooth curves make this bag neat and stylish. £139

 

email: cathy@ce-leathergoods.com

mobile: 07720 715 418

twitter: @cathybags

fb: @catherine edwards leather

 

website: ce-leathergoods.com

 

 

20 Nov 2020

 

lovely christmas collaborations!

 

 

a lovely product photo shoot this week resulted in the development of ongoing, delightful collaborations between local stockists and creative artisans:

 

 

 

lesley, at the store, haworth - purveyors of beautiful everyday stuff - stocks our wonderful leather bags and a range of gorgeous, leather accessories including wallets, purses and candle holders.

 

charlotte, at the stitch society, is in collaboration with us on the creation of simple, stylish, durable, fabric-and-leather, bespoke aprons and smocks. together, we have also designed DIY kits for making your own tote bags or personalised aprons.

 

great for christmas gifts!

check out these incredible women's offerings on insta

 

catherineedwardsleather

thestorehaworth

thestitchsociety

 

buy a gift voucher for our new year workshops at charlotte's lovely, new premises in salts mill, saltaire or at the store, haworth.

 

email: cathy@ce-leathergoods.com

mobile: 07720 715 418

twitter: @cathybags

fb: catherine edwards leather

website: ce-leathergoods.com

 

11 Nov 2020

 

 

beautiful, natural, british,

unfinished, brindle-shoulder, 

leather pocket with pruning shears. 

 

 

this lovely, new product is designed with a loop to attach to your work belt, is decorated with contrasting stitching, a stylish, sam brown stud, and includes vintage-style pruning sheers.

 

for the perfect christmas gift for the gardener in your life.

combine with our twine pot.

 

 

 

look out for the pocket-and-pot workshop in the new year. 

a chance to introduce yourself to working with leather by creating this attractive new product. stamp with a set of initials if you like.

perfect for small, friendly, covid-secure, family gatherings. 

hosted and supervised individually by catherine

 

leather pocket size 13 x 14cm, price including vintage shears £23

 

cathy@ce-leathergoods.com

07720 715 418

4th Nov 2020

 

join us for this lovely,

festive, leather candle holder workshop

 

saturday 5th december 2020, 2-5pm

 

 

brooklyn studios workshop, hx7 7dd

 

 

 

create two beautiful, natural, british-sourced, hand-turned wood and leather candle holders, perfect for your christmas-table cheer, or as a special gift.

 

learn to create patterns, decorate with red, gold or silver metal leaf or add your own, unique message stamped into the leather.

 

4 places so please book quickly

perfect for a small, friendly, family gathering. hosted and supervised individually by catherine

 

this inspiring workshop is a great way to introduce yourself to working with leather. suitable for beginners or the more experienced. range of techniques employed with tools and materials provided.

continuing to operate in a covid-secure manner.

 

 

cathy@ce-leathergoods.com

07720 715 418