by Steph Rubbo | Mar 5, 2026 | Accessories, Blog, Repairs
Over the course of the last few years I have hand many enquiries about repairs to leather goods and accessories. Many are straightforward – bag straps break, fittings need replacing, stitching comes apart, and occasionally leather does wear out and needs...
by Steph Rubbo | Feb 26, 2026 | Blog, Furniture, Repairs
I was contacted about a Wassily chair which had been damaged while in use. The seat back panel had split along both seams. The usual approach to fixing this would be to remake a panel in the same style using matching leather. However in this case the customer was...
by Steph Rubbo | Feb 26, 2026 | Blog, Pets, Repairs
“Good quality leather goods are expensive, and while leather goods that are properly cared for will last a long time, they aren’t invincible. They will eventually show signs of wear. Dog leads in particular. Quality leather is best put to use, and only requires...
by Steph Rubbo | Mar 4, 2025 | Blog, Events, Repairs
Well after the disappointing weather that caused the cancellation of the MHC Winter Fair in December, I have signed up for the latest MHC Make and Mend event. No chance of this one being cancelled for rain or wind – it’s inside. Come along and immerse...
by Steph Rubbo | Oct 15, 2022 | Blog, Events, Repairs
Looking for something to do this weekend. Muswell Hill Creatives are hosting a Make and Mend Festival at Hornsey Parish Church Hall at Cranley Gardens N10. This event is about making and mending, but also about sustainability and supporting local businesses. Learn...
by Steph Rubbo | Sep 16, 2022 | Blog, Furniture, Repairs
September seems to be the month of the chair – at least in my workshop. I have just completed repairs to this lovely leather and wood safari chair. Over time the leather had become dry and allowed to crack. Tasks that were requested were: replace the loop that...
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