Reworking the Hide: Orthopaedics, Industry Shifts & Reviving the Trade
Update: 2025-08-15
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In this episode, host, Ishbel Watson sits down James Boston, Managing Director of Waltham Tannery.
James shares what it means to carry forward a fourth-generation leather legacy rooted in Garston Tanning, founded in 1899. He discusses Waltham’s evolution, orthopaedic innovations, and the art of custom leatherwork. From industry shifts and sustainability to recruiting the next generation, James offers sharp insight and bold ideas—like "sexing up" the trade—to keep UK leather relevant. We also explore the Leathersellers’ Project and the future of craftsmanship in a changing global market.
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