Tanner Bates Christmas Gift Guide - Creative Christmas
Handmade Leather Gifts for Everyone on Your List
Christmas gifting should feel thoughtful, never rushed, never generic. Each Tanner Bates piece is handmade in Devon from full-grain leather, designed to be used, cherished, and enjoyed for years to come. Our festive gift guide is curated to help you find something perfect for everyone, whether you’re looking for a meaningful stocking filler or a standout gift for under the tree.
Explore our Christmas categories below and discover slow-made gifts that tell a story.
Creative Christmas
Give a gift they can craft by hand.
For the makers, the creatives and the curious, our Be The Maker Kits offer a hands-on Tanner Bates experience. Each kit includes everything needed to craft a beautiful leather item at home, using the same materials we use in the workshop.
Making something with your own hands is incredibly satisfying - good for the soul. Our range of Be The Maker kit products guide you through the process step by step, no need to be a pro leatherworker to create a well made functional product - based on our classic designs. All for £55 or less!
Perfect for:
Crafters, teens, hobbyists, those who love learning new skills.
Why Choose Tanner Bates This Christmas?
Handmade in Devon
Every piece is entirely made by hand. Cut, crafted and finished by our small team of makers.
Full-grain leather only
Full grain, vegetable tanned leather is the highest grade of leather. Strong, long-lasting, and naturally beautiful.
Sustainable, slow-made values
Small batches, responsible sourcing, minimal waste.
Personalisation available
Make it uniquely theirs with initials or a meaningful inscription.
Built to last a lifetime
Our leather ages beautifully, creating gifts that become heirlooms.
Explore the Full Christmas Collection
Browse the complete range: