celticleather Report post Posted August 20, 2008 I'm from Hertfordshire in the UK, where I have a small leathergoods and footwear repair shop in the world's First Garden City. I've been leatherworking for about 35 years, and I'm always keen to learn more about the craft, and quite happy to share my knowledge and experience with others. I make and mend all sorts of leather items, from handbags to horse tack, and particularly enjoy renovating old leather items. When I'm not working in the shop or in my workshop at home, I work as an archaeologist for a commercial archaeological contractor. The work is fascinating, and sometimes takes me away from home, but I'm always glad to get back to the smell of leather. I collect antique and vintage leather tools - often bought from car-boot sales. It's surprising how many people find old tools in their garden sheds, and put them up for sale without realising what they are, or how much they could be worth. I currently have five plough gauges, which will eventually form part of my pension! I look forward to browsing the Leatherworker Forum, and only wish I'd stumbled across it years ago! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Storm Report post Posted August 20, 2008 Welcome and hope you find this site ineresting and informative. A lot of nice peopel here in and will look forward to seeing some of your work. Would not mind having your day job. Leather and bonekicking! There's a combo for you! Storm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Schno Report post Posted August 20, 2008 I agree, good job getting paid for the things you enjoy! I have to admit that I'm a bit envious, especially if you're digging through British and Celtic history. That's a bit of a passion of mine. Welcome to the board! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillB Report post Posted August 20, 2008 Welcome to the Forum. We have a board where you can post the pictures of those old tools - Leather History. I have tools from my Grandfather and my Uncle. I look forward to seeing some of the old tools you have collected. I am also looking forward to seeing some of your work. BillB Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don101 Report post Posted September 11, 2008 Hi and welcome to the forum, i too was born and raised in the uk, there are quite a few of us on here now so enjoy the fun, Don Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
