by Steph Rubbo | Oct 29, 2025 | Bags, Blog
I had a lovely day out and about in Muswell Hill for the Autumn Makers Fair. The weather was fair, people were engaging, and happy to be alive. It was made even better when a customer commissioned a bespoke bag. Working with a customer to design their own bag is one...
by stephrubbosaddlery | Aug 12, 2025 | Leather Work, Pets
My collars and leads in English bridle leather are usually a classic style. They work brilliantly for most dogs, but sometimes something a little different is required. Laura, a very experienced dog owner, has a lovely, but very reactive, spaniel “Q”. ...
by stephrubbosaddlery | Aug 12, 2025 | Card Wallets, Leather Work
My range is deliberately kept simple as that best suits the type of leather I have available. The majority of card wallets I sell are made from offcuts left over from other commissions. The English bridle leather I like to work with is typically thicker and stiffer...
by stephrubbosaddlery | Jun 28, 2025 | Belts, Blog, Leather Work
A well-fitting leather belt doesn’t just enhance your outfit—it adds comfort, function, and timeless style. When ordering a bespoke leather belt from Steph Rubbo Saddlery, taking the time to measure correctly ensures that your handmade piece fits perfectly and stands...
by stephrubbosaddlery | Jun 10, 2025 | Leather Work, Watch Straps
My journey into making watch straps won’t really surprise anyone. We have friends who live in Switzerland, and every time we visit we spend a certain amount of time waiting around on railway platforms anxiously clock watching. So when I discovered that Mondaine...
by stephrubbosaddlery | May 5, 2025 | Card Wallets, Leather Work, Small Goods
A product after my own heart. As an expat Kiwi, travel is a large part of my lifestyle, either visiting family in NZ, or my own travels for leisure. So when one of my clients requested a family lot of double passport wallets I could understand their need for them. ...
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