Colville Leather

Colville Leather Beautiful, functional leather goods, traditionally handcrafted in Devon. Designed with a sustainable Our hand crafted leather goods are simple and functional.

Colville Leather strives to reintroduce a generation to the longevity and beauty of traditionally made leather accessories. Born out of the cobbled Artisan town of Totnes, Colville Leather is the inspiration of Matthew Nesbitt, a lover of the outdoors who believes in the importance of sustainability and in celebrating a healthy connection with nature. We use only full grain vegetable tanned leathe

r that is dyed, cut, stitched and riveted by hand. The use of natural dyes allow us to create a deep, raw finish that ensures that the product will age beautifully over time and with use. Where it is not possible to use natural finishes, our pieces are dyed using oil-based dye. Colville Leather believes that one of the wonderful qualities of leather is that every hide is slightly different. Marks and scars on the leather are celebrated; the methods we use add depth and personality to the finished piece in recognition of the unique qualities and characteristics each hide possesses. It follows that each of our products are unique. Colville Leather products will continue to age in their own individual way depending on the amount of exposure they have to light and how often they are handled. The leather will soften to touch - it will mould to use over time. We believe this organic element is an important factor in the experience of using high quality leather accessories. Colville Leather products will grow old with you, share your memories, travel with you, age with you and earn your trust. In a ‘throw away society’ where many items are replaced rather than repaired, Colville Leather products are designed with longevity in mind. We believe that part of the answer to a sustainable future is to make products which do not require regular replacement. Where care instructions are followed, Colville Leather will offer a warranty as well as a lifetime of support in caring for your product (see our terms and conditions). We hope you share Colville Leather’s passion and enjoy our products. Should you have any questions or suggestions about any of our products or processes used we would be happy to help.

The Delta is designed to accompany you wherever your journey may take you. Handcrafted from the finest selection of leat...
01/03/2022

The Delta is designed to accompany you wherever your journey may take you.

Handcrafted from the finest selection of leathers and inspired by the traditional Biker Wallet, it has two pockets that can hold between two to five cards and a stack load of notes and receipts with the potential to stretch and hold more over time.

For a long while now I have wanted to incorporate canvas into my work, this is an example of the look it can achieve. I ...
03/01/2022

For a long while now I have wanted to incorporate canvas into my work, this is an example of the look it can achieve. I made this tote bag last month and the results were awesome. There is still some fine tuning to work out but I would say I’m 90% there! My roll top backpack is going to get the same make over so watch this space!!
The canvas is a heavy 18oz canvas from and it’s stunning. Why not go and check them out to learn more about the history of this company.
Happy New Year 🥳

               

Here are a few pictures of the latest collaboration I did with  If you have do so already go check out their stunning  ....
30/11/2021

Here are a few pictures of the latest collaboration I did with
If you have do so already go check out their stunning .

Good evening!!! It’s that time of year folks. Christmas shopping is on the mind and it’s the sweetest time to be looking...
18/11/2021

Good evening!!!

It’s that time of year folks.

Christmas shopping is on the mind and it’s the sweetest time to be looking at the best pressies from some awesome makers.

So if you’re finding it hard to kick start the Christmas season…

I present you with my blog… featuring awesome gift inspiration for dads, dads to be dads, step dads, dads in law dads and honorary dads…

I’ve shared some of my favourite makers, do check them out!

Link in bio!

4 years ago my good friend  asked me to make him a   . This is the wallet and what is now known as The Levee! Who knew b...
12/10/2021

4 years ago my good friend asked me to make him a . This is the wallet and what is now known as The Levee! Who knew back then that this wallet would quickly become my best seller.
Check out the on this beauty! Oh and not forgetting his leather 🔥🔥🔥

How about this, The Runnel in some natural ghost leather courtesy of .eu I got this leather a year ago and to be fair co...
02/10/2021

How about this, The Runnel in some natural ghost leather courtesy of .eu
I got this leather a year ago and to be fair completely forgot about it soooo I had to do something bout that!

This is a machine stitched wallet rather than my usual hand stitching.

What you all think? I like it, that’s why I have kept it 😂

Colville leather roll top backpacks are 👌🏼   body and  straps. Two iconic leathers brought together in a product that wi...
29/09/2021

Colville leather roll top backpacks are 👌🏼

body and straps.

Two iconic leathers brought together in a product that will be a trusted companion for a very very very long time!

Super comfy, super stylish, made to order, traditional yet simple…

And handmade…

I was asked if I could customise The Eddy wallet so it had two extra outside pockets… sure no problem! It looks sharp 🤘 ...
22/09/2021

I was asked if I could customise The Eddy wallet so it had two extra outside pockets… sure no problem! It looks sharp 🤘

It’s Saturday, who’s going out? Who’s going out out?Which belt to choose? Will it be the Oak Bark or the Southshore…. De...
11/09/2021

It’s Saturday, who’s going out? Who’s going out out?

Which belt to choose? Will it be the Oak Bark or the Southshore….

Decisions decisions…

Happy weekend!!

Me and my new sewing machine. This is super exciting for Colville Leather. I love hand stitching and I love the finish i...
17/08/2021

Me and my new sewing machine. This is super exciting for Colville Leather.

I love hand stitching and I love the finish it gives, but truth is that there is also a place in my work for a sewing machine. It’s been a careful decision, and I think it’s definitely the right one.

Watch this space for some super exciting new developments.

Watch. This. Space.

A bit of detail on The Levee wallet! This traditional bifold wallet is definitely one of my best sellers and for good re...
10/08/2021

A bit of detail on The Levee wallet! This traditional bifold wallet is definitely one of my best sellers and for good reason… Carry them cards in style!

It’s a bit of a wet and windy Friday where we are today. Definitely a jeans kind of day. Thankfully I have a perfectly m...
30/07/2021

It’s a bit of a wet and windy Friday where we are today. Definitely a jeans kind of day. Thankfully I have a perfectly matched Oak Bark belt to cheer things up!

☔️

Another sunny day today - what a treat, and it’s downhill to the weekend from here! I’m sharing a couple of recent makes...
14/07/2021

Another sunny day today - what a treat, and it’s downhill to the weekend from here!

I’m sharing a couple of recent makes tonight. Colville Leather keychains side by side in contrasting colours - these come presented in their own little branded cotton bags.

It’s that time of year when our schools are heading for the summer holidays and if you’re local to us you may even win one in a local school or preschool raffle 😜

If you’re not that lucky then they are up on our website. They make great gifts and can even be personalised on the back for someone special, a special teacher or maybe for you, because we need to treat ourselves sometimes too!


It’s been a workshop kind of day today and so lovely to have the door open with the summer feeling like it’s popped by t...
13/07/2021

It’s been a workshop kind of day today and so lovely to have the door open with the summer feeling like it’s popped by to say hello!

Keeping hydrated thanks to my trusted .gb water bottles and working on a bespoke handmade belt.

Like life simple?? Well, The Eddy is your perfect companion… Available with two or three pocket this is the ultimate com...
28/06/2021

Like life simple?? Well, The Eddy is your perfect companion… Available with two or three pocket this is the ultimate compact wallet!

Just add water and a bit of summer sun! 💦☀️🌷Happy Friday all, have an awesome weekend 🤘🤘
25/06/2021

Just add water and a bit of summer sun! 💦☀️🌷Happy Friday all, have an awesome weekend 🤘🤘

The Cove modelling its moody side!! Rocking the stunning chestnut leather 🤘
23/06/2021

The Cove modelling its moody side!! Rocking the stunning chestnut leather 🤘

Behind the scenes, construction in progress - A 6 pocket Levee in the making for one lucky owner - Enjoy the journey 😎
22/06/2021

Behind the scenes, construction in progress - A 6 pocket Levee in the making for one lucky owner - Enjoy the journey 😎

Simplistic, functional and above all stylish! All of Colville leathers products share these 3 similarities, 4 if you inc...
17/06/2021

Simplistic, functional and above all stylish! All of Colville leathers products share these 3 similarities, 4 if you include the fact they are all made to order by my own hands 🙌 at its finest!!

Happy   all!! 🍻🍻
11/06/2021

Happy all!! 🍻🍻

The Levee wallet is by far my best seller and it’s clear why! You definitely can’t go wrong with a traditional bifold.  ...
09/06/2021

The Levee wallet is by far my best seller and it’s clear why! You definitely can’t go wrong with a traditional bifold.

It’s been a stunning day today here in Devon; the sun has been out and the workshop door has been wide open. Another Dar...
08/06/2021

It’s been a stunning day today here in Devon; the sun has been out and the workshop door has been wide open.

Another Dart wallet on its way to another Colville Leather customer-

Happy Tuesday!

It’s Wednesday, I’ve noticed a bit of a run on Wednesdays being less than sunny! Sounds weird but it’s true here for our...
02/06/2021

It’s Wednesday, I’ve noticed a bit of a run on Wednesdays being less than sunny! Sounds weird but it’s true here for our little corner of Devon. Hope it’s been a bit sunnier wherever you are.

Posting this little gem tonight- it’s the Ebb, personalised in Tan. It’s the perfect carry.

Happy hump day all!!

Hello! Hope everyone here in the UK has had a great bank holiday. I did some work today is morning but took the afternoo...
01/06/2021

Hello! Hope everyone here in the UK has had a great bank holiday. I did some work today is morning but took the afternoon off to spend some quality time seeing family.

This Clifford is one of my recent makes. Made up in in English Tan. Looking good don’t you think?!

The Eddy is perfect to personalise too, just like this one.

Our new product just dropped... The Colville Leather Key Hook...A simple and frankly pretty awesome designed solid brass...
14/05/2021

Our new product just dropped...

The Colville Leather Key Hook...

A simple and frankly pretty awesome designed solid brass key hook that sits well over your belt or belt hook.

It comes with a branded leather tassel (perfect for personalisation by the way) and two split rings for all your keys. Swipe along to see some action shots!

It’s also the perfect addition if you like to use a lanyard for extra security.

Available in a range of colour options.

Happy Friday all!!!

Happy Thursday!! One Runnel making its way to a new home. Here it is posing with two of my trusted tools. Made completel...
06/05/2021

Happy Thursday!!

One Runnel making its way to a new home. Here it is posing with two of my trusted tools.

Made completely by hand; hand stitched in contrasting thread using traditional saddle stitch and looks great plain or personalised.

  is this Levee in natural. A traditional style bi-fold wallet, hand made from start to finish- hand stitched using trad...
04/05/2021

is this Levee in natural.

A traditional style bi-fold wallet, hand made from start to finish- hand stitched using traditional saddle stitch.

An every day carry that will be the envy of everyone!

It’s Friday folks! Hope everyone has had a good week and looking forward to bank holiday weekend!! Let’s hope the weathe...
30/04/2021

It’s Friday folks! Hope everyone has had a good week and looking forward to bank holiday weekend!!

Let’s hope the weather stays kind for some outdoor food and drink! 🤞

This is the Colville Leather Delta in Badalassi waxed leather.

Its classic design makes it the perfect every day carry.

Another Colville Leather Roll Top Backpack off on its   Not a sewing machine in sight, this backpack has been hand stitc...
28/04/2021

Another Colville Leather Roll Top Backpack off on its

Not a sewing machine in sight, this backpack has been hand stitched using traditional saddle stitch.

A combination of iconic leather with contrasting with , the Roll Top backpack is one of our favourites.

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