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KINGSMERE CRAFTS
HAND-CRAFTED LEATHER GOODS
Trade suppliers
(pages 106-108)
Abbey Saddlery & Crafts Ltd. (Fittings & Tools):-
Abbey House, Haig Road, Parkgate Industrial Estate, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 8XN, UK. Tel: 015650343. Contact:
Richard Brown. A reliable company giving excellent service. Saddlery and
leathergoods
fittings, thread, plus tools and sundries, adhesive, webbing and textiles, etc.
(See also ‘Tanners and leather suppliers’ Here). Website
http://www.abbeysaddlery.co.uk
J T Bachelor & Co. Ltd:- 9-10 Culford Mews, Balls Pond Road, Islington, London N1 4DZ, UK. Tel: +44 171 254 2962, 020 7254 2962, 020 8254 8521. A reliable company supplying a wide range of leather. They stock leather skins that are sold by weight. They are also used to dealing with re-enactors and sell leather in all shapes and sizes, also buckles, rivets, punches, dyes etc. They hold a vast amount of leather in stock, plus all the tools, dyes and findings that you could wish for (almost). As far as I know they stock Russet leather for tooling and they do hold most others tannages and hides. My experience is that they are much more knowledgeable about certain types of leather working than others. Phone them first, and be very clear about what the leather will be used for. No website or catalogue. They're easy to get to by tube then bus. Nearest Station: Dalston Kingsland (See also ‘Tanners and leather suppliers’ Here.)
Bowstock Ltd. (Fittings and Tools):- 62 Broadwaters Drive, Kidderminster, Worcs DY10 2RY, UK. Tel/Fax: 01562746316. E-mail: sales@bowstock.co.uk. They supply tools and fittings to the Leathergoods industries also starter kits for the novice that includes an instruction book. Well worth a visit (see also ‘Tanners and leather suppliers' Here). Website http://www.bowstock.co.uk
Braintan.com :- 10398 Takilma Road, Cave Junction, OR 97523 Tel: (541) 592-3693. E-mail: backcountry@braintan.com. Contact: Matt Richards. There is something for everybody here. Tools and tanning extracts, dyes and tannins for those that process their own skins. They stock over 50 Patterns for clothing, sports equipment, hats, belts, holsters, bags, moccasins, chaps, etc. These lists are not exhaustive there are over 240 pages to browse. (See also ‘Leather Suppliers’ Here). Website http://www.braintan.com
Clpw Leather Co. (Fittings and Tools):- Memphis, USA. Tools, fittings, sundries etc. Catalogue available. Website http://www.shopforleather.com
Coates Barbour Threads Ltd. (Thread):-Newton Mearns, Glasgow and 472 Thurmaston Blvd, Leicester LLEA 9LN. UK. Tel: (44) 1162-460-120. Fax: (44) 1162-460-470. Contact: Tony Foran. E-mail: tony.foran@coats.com. A major supplier of threads to our industries as well as the clothing industry. An old established and reliable company.
Gary’s Custom Saddlery & Silver. (Fittings and Buckles):- 1272 Valle Vista Drive, Fullerton, CA 92831, USA. Tel: 1-714-526-6122. E-mail: garys1@gateway.net. The company has been in business for 35 years. They supply Heirloom quality sterling silver belt buckles and buckle sets (comprised of a buckle, fixed loop and point tip). A gold set is also available. (Note: These fittings and in particular a selection of various styles, are difficult to obtain in the UK). Money clips and bracelets are also available as well as award belt buckles made to your specification. Website http://www.abnl.net/buckles
J Hewit & Sons Ltd. (Fittings, Tools and Sundries):- Unit 28, Park Royal Metro Centre, Britannia Way, London NW10 7PR, UK. Tel: +44 (0) 20-8965-5377. Fax: +44 (0) 20-8453-0414. E-mail: sales@hewit.com. This company is a welcome addition to this section as they provide a source of components previously missing. Supplies available: Adhesives (PVA), boards, bindery equipment and machinery, bookbinding and gold blocking tools, hand-made paper, machine-made end papers, marble papers, sewing materials, thread, gold leaf and gold foil, etc. (The boards for reinforcements and lining papers plus another source of PVA are very useful). A price list and product fact sheet are available for download from the site. (See also 'Tanners and leather suppliers' Here). Website http://www.hewit.com
Hoopers Saddlery Shop (Fittings & Tools):- 12 South Street, Walsall WS1 4HE, UK. Tel: 01922623639. This company supplies the Walsall based saddlery industry as well as the rural saddler with tools, fittings and sundries. Website http://www.hoopers.uk.com/
Hought Fine Art & Leather. (Associated Site):- P.O. Box. 2115, McKinleyville, CA 95519. Tel: 707-839-1164 / 1-800-839-1164. Fax: 1-707-839-1871. E-mail: hought@humboldt1.com. Contact: Gail Hought. Supplying tools, equipment, leather treatment and Kits for projects (suitable for beginners). All that is required to prepare and finish strips for the artistic art of braiding. (Of special interest for those purchasing Gail's Books). (See also 'Tanners and leather suppliers' Here). Website http://www.hought.com
India Mart. (Machinery, Thread Fittings):- They list supplies of leather fittings, threads, machinery and accessories. Website http://www.indiamart.com
www.Italian-Fashion.It.:- E-mail: leatherstocklot@yahoo.it. This Company offers tools, fittings and machinery for the leather industry. Fittings are in bulk lots and include bag and case fittings, zips and thread. There is a wide and varied choice available. The pictures of the fittings are large, clear, and give a good indication of what is available. The machinery varies from sewing machines, skiving machines, cutters, splitters etc. These pictures are small but can be enlarged by clicking on them. No prices, you must contact them for a quote. Again ideal for trainees and students. (See also 'Tanners and leather suppliers' Here). Website http://www.italian-footwear.it
The Jelling Dragon. (Buckles):- P.O. Box 75, Marshland St. James, Wisbeach, PE14 8UD, UK. Tel: +44 (0) 1945-430266. Or +44 (0) 7714-088132. E-mail: admin@jelldragon.com. Contact: Robert Taylor. An interesting site, they supply sets of belt fittings (Buckle, Loop and Point). All decorated with authentic Viking, Celtic and Norman designs. Website http://www.jelldragon.com/eshop
Kersen. Com. (Fittings and Sundries):- Head Office, Ist Floor Central House, 24a St Wilfreds Road, New Barnet, EN4 9SA, UK. Fax: +44 (0) 20-8440-4334. E-mail: info@kersen.com. Contact: Amanda Bruce. An online supplier of sewing requisites and accessories. Small and bulk supplies, (Minimum order £5.00). Their merchandise relates to the clothing and haberdashery trade but there are many items of use to the leather industries. Velcro, buckles, clasps, piping, threads, fasteners, adhesives, etc. Leathergoods, leather clothing and upholstery trades in particular should find them useful. Depending on demand they can extend their range. A most helpful and efficient company. Website http://www.kersen.com
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