How to Build a Successful Micro Tannery with Jack Millington
Update: 2025-04-25
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In this week’s episode, we sit down with Jack Millington,founder of Billy Tannery. We discuss the world of micro tanning, a sustainable small-scale leather production method. He explains the tanning process, including vegetable tanning, which uses natural extracts to treat hides. Jack discusses the challenges of operating one of the UK’s few micro tanneries, from sourcing local goat and deer hides to maintaining ethical production. He also shares details of an exciting collaboration with the Knepp rewilding project,transforming deer hides into leather goods. The episode highlights the craftsmanship, sustainability, and innovation behind micro tanning and its growing role in the modern leather industry.
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