READY TO CRAFT

Imagine the satisfaction of toting a sophisticated, premium-quality leather bag and saying, “I made this myself.” Or giving a self-stitched leather piece as a truly personal gift. 

Perhaps you're looking at crafts for Mother's Day gifts but your young-at-heart mum is not quite ready to start crochet. Your partner, wife or mum will love making it herself or won't quite believe it when you tell her you made it with love for her. 

J Tanner's shoulder bag is a truly personal birthday, thank you, or Mother's Day gift and was designed to bring classic flair to a modern lifestyle. With an adjustable leather shoulder strap, classic brass metal hardware, one large compartment for storing your goods, and a quick access pouch on the back (perfect as a small cardholder, or for slim documents), this shoulder bag is built for life on the go.

Choose between a luscious brown or go for the purity of the Fora Studios exclusive Natural vegetable-tanned leather option.

The simple, minimal aesthetic of the designs shows off the quality of the vegetable-tanned leather. And your brilliant handiwork, of course.

J Tanner  DeConstructed kits contain all you need, along with easy-to-follow video guides, for successful leathercrafting, no matter your skill level.

Dimensions: 17cm x 19cm x 6cm
Difficulty: Medium
Crafting time: approx 7 - 9 hours

Learn more about the concept behind J Tanner's leathercrafting kits here.

"Nothing but breathing the air of Africa, and actually walking through it can communicate the indescribable sensations"

William Burchell

Hooray Hoops' ready to craft embroidery kits are absolutely suitable for beginners. The Lion kit is a gorgeous design for a child to try their first sitch project or for you to create for a little one's nursery or bedroom.

Each kit includes:

• Printed Roary the Lion pattern on calico cotton
• 15cm wooden hoop
• DMC 6 strand cotton embroidery threads
• Needle
• Easy Picture Instructions

You can watch Jo's Charlie tutorials on YouTube to build up your confidence before starting. Simply search for Hooray Hoop.

Kits made in Victoria, Australia from imported products.

All wrapped up

An indispensable item for greenhouses, garden sheds and craft studios taking inspiration from traditional garlic baskets. Garden Trading have adapted the design allowing a ball of twine to sit centrally, feeding the end of the string through the hole in its base.

With an Antique Brass finish, they've also juxtaposed the colours matching with a ball of contemporary carbon coloured Jute string.

The functional yet beautifully decorative piece can be hung effortlessly whether ready to string up plants in the garden or use as that finishing touch to present wrapping.

Wattle & Loop bring you colourful, do-able slow stitch embroidery kits that you will lovingly complete. No more 'hope' boxes of embroidery projects sitting gathering dust at the top of your wardrobe.

These kits have everything you need to inspire you to get your needle on and get crafting. Using scissors, glue, needle, and DMC thread together with lovingly curated Liberty of London print fabric remnants and exquisite linens, the designs come to life right before your eyes. Better still, the designs are contemporary and totally framable. You'll feel a great sense of satisfaction hanging them around your house or, perhaps, your new creative studio as your own ideas begin to unfurl.

The crimson fig is this kit's celebrity. Designer Kylie Wright brings the luscious fruit to life so much so that Yotham Ottolenghi could surely use it for his next book cover. Watch the video and see how easy it is to create your own delightful art.

Finished size: Approx 6.5" x 8.5"

NB Does NOT come framed

Included in kit:

• Background Fabric
• Fabric for flower/leaves/stamens
• DMC Thread
• Needle Threadbar
• Pattern
• Full Colour Instructions

You will need:

• Sharp Scissors
• Fabric Glue/Glue Stick or Sewing Pins
• Fabric Marking Pen/HB Pencil

Hearthsmith

Always wanted to wear the leather apron in the garden, workshop or studio?

For metalsmithing, pottery, cobbling, leathercraft, saddlery, jewellery-making. woodwork, or even horticulture, leather has been used as a protective and long-lasting material for the tougher ateliers for centuries.

This traditional yet stylish leather apron features a top and three waist pockets for carrying tools and writing pencils. Made from the finest leather, this apron will protect you while you're in the workshop, garage or studio and will keep you warm on those chilly autumn days gardening outside.

Short Apron – length of body = 67 cm with neck strap = 89 cm
Long Apron - length of body = 88 cm with neck strap = 107cm

Modern day warrior

You’re tribal roots are calling…  Laser-etched with swirling shapes that recall age-old tattoos,  this matt-finished steel blade forges a satisfying and sensory experience. Slip one into a bag or pocket, or use the belt clip, and it’s ready to use anywhere, any time.

A secure locking system means you can use the smooth open/close action with security. The handle is made from naturally fragrant solid juniper wood, which has a light, peppery fragrance. 

A personal must-have and a brilliantly thoughtful gift that will make anyone feel like a modern-day warrior taking on the day by day with confidence.

Materials: 420 stainless steel, juniper wood

Dimensions: 11cm (closed), 20.5cm (open), 9.5cm blade, 0.9cm thickness

Forged from high-grade stainless steel by expert metalsmiths in China, each DEEJO knife is designed, tattooed and assembled in Deejo’s Paris workshop.  Find out more about the brand’s founders, their studio and the production process here.

Enter the dragon… 

This lightweight DEEJO knife, laser-etched with fire-breathing creatures, conjures ancient Japanese mythology and folklore. 

The sleek handle in ebony wood is visually impressive for its deep black, ebony-like hues. This timber is also known for being almost completely damp-proof. It’s the heaviest, densest, most waterproof wood out there, and perfect for this beautiful piece of craftsmanship.

DEEJO's secure lock system makes it both sharp and safe, with a smooth opening and closing mechanism, while a belt clip gives you extra options for toting your pocketknife.

Made from high-grade stainless steel in expert metal forgers in China, each Deejo knife is designed, tattooed, printed & assembled in Deejo's Paris workshop.

Materials: 420 stainless steel with titanium coating, granadilla wood
Dimensions: 11cm (closed), 20.5 cm (open), 9.5cm blade, 0.9cm thickness

Forged from high-grade stainless steel by expert metalsmiths in China, each DEEJO knife is designed, tattooed and assembled in Deejo’s Paris workshop.  Find out more about the brand’s founders, their studio and the production process here.

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Take your Deejo along for the ride....

OK not on your carry-on baggage but on your keys when you're going for a ride with the crew.

DEEJO refers to the beautifully wrought etchings on the surface of their blades as ‘tattoos’. This embellishment is just one step in a time-consuming process designed for enduring quality in design and execution.

Sharp but safe, this folding blade celebrates the artistry of the forge in its purest form, while its lightness in the hand and pocket or on a belt makes it easy to put it on a keychain and take it anywhere and everywhere. In fact, DEEJO founder Stephane Lebeau chooses the 15g as his own reliable pocket pal.

Materials: 420 stainless steel

Dimensions: 7cm (closed), 12.5cm (open), 6cm blade, 0.8cm thick

Forged from high-grade stainless steel by expert metalsmiths in China, each DEEJO knife is designed, tattooed and assembled in Deejo’s Paris workshop.  Find out more about the brand’s founders, their studio and the production process here.