R Morris Saddler

Sometimes all it takes is a couple of new parts, replacing some worn stitching and a favourite beloved bag is back in full time service ❤️. Happy bag & happy owner 😊

Checking through a full set of harness for areas of wear or in need of repair is something im asked to do quite often. Some have a lot of areas needing attention-some a lot less so. This set is in pretty good shape- here's the old and new of the blinder chin strap that needed replacing. (Original metal work reused)

Ladies!- ever wondered what to do with those Chifney bits?? 👇😉
I love to repurpose leather and fittings into other projects where requested or appropriate but iv not thought of this one before 😅. I think Tina rocked it pretty well!!

Come see me at Bishop Wilton Show this year on the 18th July, you will find me in the Craft Village

This year at the Show we’re focusing even more on local crafts, trades and skills. Bringing some local artisans and makers to display and demonstrate their talents for you to enjoy

An urgent repair had to be carried out this evening. After realising the stitching on my son's relatively new school shoes had gone 😳. It's a good job I keep a spare pair of clams, needles and thread at home 😅, there's always a job!

Today is World Leather Day !

As i have recently gained some new followers (thankyou- it's much appreciated! 😊) i thought id reintroduce myself and a bit of background.

As soon as I left school I went to London to start my training as a saddler- building saddles, bridle work and harness. I was trained traditionally- hand cutting, handstitching etc. I then went onto to Sailsbury and Somerset to learn more specialised areas of harness that my previous training didn't cover.
I established R Morris Saddler in 2007 and my focus is still very much on the traditional skills on the whole.
I use English leather and English cast metalwork.
Equestrian work- bespoke new items and repairs is my main work but i also undertake a wide range of leather goods repairs & new- you can always ask! 😅.
I grew up with my parents breeding horses & cattle. I have two of my own ponies, who are spending most of thier time in semi-retirement😅 as I have four young children taking most of my time at the moment.
Thankyou for reading and supporting my small business- please feel free to share my page🙂.
- Rowena 🪡 🧵

So no it's not leather... but what better to make when your a 'maker' and don't have any leather handy 🤣 😋😋 time to put the kettle on and give it a try😋! Happy Easter everyone 🐣 🐇 🐰 🥚 and post to keep the algorithm happy!😅