Journal

Leather is pretty forgiving, but it does need a little looking after. Because it’s a natural material, it will change over time. It softens, darkens in places, picks up marks and develops that worn-in look that makes good leather so beautiful. A little care every now and then helps it age well rather than dry out, crack or become neglected. This is how I care for the leather goods I make at Fauna & the Moon. Conditioning and polishing For most of my smooth leather goods, I us

Fauna & the Moon has changed quite a lot over the years. Or maybe it hasn’t. The more I think about where the business is heading, the more it feels like I’m not really changing direction at all. I’m just following the same thread a little further. My relationship with leather started long before Fauna & the Moon existed. My dad is a cobbler, and I spent years working alongside him repairing shoes and learning the craft. I learnt how things were constructed, how to pull them

Leatherworking is an ancient craft that has played a vital role in human history, from providing essential protection to becoming a...