Nicola Watson Leatherwork

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Nicola Watson Leatherwork Master Saddler, Leatherworker & Designer, side saddle specialist. I am now a Master Saddler. In spring 2013 I was awarded a QEST scholarship.

I trained at Cordwainers Technical College in saddlery, harness making and bridlework, and I completed my saddlery diploma in 1996. The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust is a charitable organisation run by the Royal Warrant Holders Association. It helps to promotes excellence in traditional crafts by enabling skilled craftsmen and women to fund training in their field of expertise. My scholarship was awarded for further training in side saddle repair and manufacture.

This nice old satchel was restitched around the edges and the leather given some tlc to give it a new lease of life.
16/10/2026

This nice old satchel was restitched around the edges and the leather given some tlc to give it a new lease of life.

Hand stitched strapwork for vintage cars supplied by Nicola Watson Leatherwork
14/10/2026

Hand stitched strapwork for vintage cars supplied by Nicola Watson Leatherwork

09/09/2026
09/09/2026

Saddlery and Leatherwork repairs and commissions. Master Saddler with over 30 years experience. Based in St Leonards.
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Coopers of York side saddle restoration. Broken tree mended, new strapwork, new pigskin seat and heads recovered.
29/07/2026

Coopers of York side saddle restoration. Broken tree mended, new strapwork, new pigskin seat and heads recovered.

New inset doeskin seat on this beautiful old Owen side saddle.
27/03/2026

New inset doeskin seat on this beautiful old Owen side saddle.

07/01/2026

Have you ever thought about having a beautiful leather item made? Whether it is a bespoke bridle, bag, box or any other leather item you can think of, hand stitching adds skill and personality.

When buying a hand stitched crafted item from a Saddler, you are buying durability, if a stitch is broken it is less likely to run along the whole row making it more durable and safe. You are also buying uniqueness, stitching is almost a Saddler's signature, many Saddlers can recognise each others work by the stitching style (who knew?!)

To find a Saddler near you go to https://www.mastersaddlers.co.uk/members/

Celtic pattern silver plated buckle on a navy pull-up leather, which means that the leather becomes a lighter colour whe...
03/01/2026

Celtic pattern silver plated buckle on a navy pull-up leather, which means that the leather becomes a lighter colour when bent or scratched, giving it a weathered style.

21/11/2025

We are looking to loan a companion pony for my 14hh cob mare. Must be able to live out with shelter, good temperament essential, would suit an older, retired pony. We are based in the Hastings area. Please send me a DM.

Refurbishment of vintage Swaine Adeney Brigg shooting stick.
06/10/2025

Refurbishment of vintage Swaine Adeney Brigg shooting stick.

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