Product Spotlight: Men’s Leather Wallets & Card Holders

Product Spotlight: Men’s Leather Wallets & Card Holders

May 22, 2023

We often get asked the difference between our various wallets and card holders, which one is best, and why they are constructed the way that they are. Hopefully this blog will help address a few of your questions and point you in the right direction for a wallet that you’ll love using for years to come. 

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Leather Provenance Notes: Our Leather & The Tanneries Who Produce It

Leather Provenance Notes: Our Leather & The Tanneries Who Produce It

April 26, 2023

Our leather is sourced from legendary, specialist traditional tanneries known the world over. We indulge our desires and source only truly special full grain leathers.

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The Father's Day Leather Gift Guide by Tanner Bates

The Father's Day Leather Gift Guide by Tanner Bates

April 17, 2023

This Father's Day, express your love and appreciation with our expanded selection of handmade leather gift ideas from Tanner Bates. Our assortment of luxury handcrafted leather goods offer a wide range of unique, contemporary crafted gifts. Discover the perfect fathers day gift to make your dad's day even more memorable.

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Men's Leather Wallets: A Celebration of Timeless Elegance, Practicality, and Individuality

Men's Leather Wallets: A Celebration of Timeless Elegance, Practicality, and Individuality

April 12, 2023

Leather wallets have long held a special place in the hearts of men, providing not only a convenient solution for carrying money, cards, and ID but also an opportunity to express personal style and character.

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Workshop Log: 14.10.22

Workshop Log: 14.10.22

October 14, 2022

Leaves are turning golden, Dartmoor is looking stunning in its autumnal hues and the water is starting to feel a little fresher each time we go for a dip.
  
Meanwhile our small Devon workshop has been busy - a hive of activity, bustling away, designing & making. 

Products for orders destined for the shelves of new partner boutiques from Totnes to Tokyo have been the focus.
           
We've also been lucky enough to collaborate with some of our new partners, designing exciting new products - always a hugely enjoyable process.

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HOME GROUND EXHIBITION

HOME GROUND EXHIBITION

April 26, 2022

An inspired project created by the Devon Guild of Craftsmen linking football clubs and their fans to the local trade or craft from which they take their nickname is touring the country. Fans of Sheffield and Stoke and many others will know their teams by their nicknames; the Blades or the Potters. This exhibition, brilliantly, with the hands–on assistance of local artists brings awareness to the work that has made their town famous.

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In John's Own Words

In John's Own Words

April 26, 2022

Leather making and working are part of our national fabric and I am proud to be one of the few makers still employing these traditions of crafting and using the leather that we are famous for throughout the world.

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Personalisation, Customisation & Bespoke

Personalisation, Customisation & Bespoke

February 08, 2022

The ability to personalise, customise and create your own bespoke Tanner Bates piece is something we love to offer.
     
Here are some of our favourites from the last month or so...
     
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with your own ideas for personalised, custom and bespoke pieces!
     
Tanner Bates - No Two The Same

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John’s Retirement, A New Chapter

John’s Retirement, A New Chapter

February 08, 2022

John Hagger, founder of Tanner Bates is moving on, set to begin his well earned retirement at the end of the month, leaving Tanner Bates in the very capable, expert hands of the the dedicated team: Rick, Ella, Matt & Will, who between them have more than 15 years experience working at Tanner Bates and many more years working and making in the leather industry.
   
Expect to see exciting new designs & developments from TB HQ!

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Friends & Family

Friends & Family

September 06, 2021

Tanner Bates has a passion for supporting likeminded brands and building a community that reflect our own ethos.
 
Here is a shortlist of some of our favourite brands. People we do work or have worked with and brands that we as individuals support and love.

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- The Tanner Bates Marque - Allow us to reintroduce ourselves

- The Tanner Bates Marque - Allow us to reintroduce ourselves

August 26, 2021

First impressions matter.
A good maker's marque, or logo should set intent, speak of who you are.

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With Tanner Bates, its Personal

With Tanner Bates, its Personal

March 25, 2021

Something that's true of all our hand-made products. 
But why stop there, why not make it really truly personal? Not just embossed names and initials, but with your own handwriting, drawing or designs carefully engraved! Quite literally, limitless options.

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