Where Quality, Hard Work, Passion, and Community Drive Our Craft
At Hide & Hammer, our mission is simple: to ensure the ongoing creation of well made, functional products that last decades. We believe in quality, hard work, passion, and community and every bag we create embodies these values.
Our Story
The Spark That Ignited Our Journey
When I returned to knitting, I couldn’t find anything in the UK that was both functional and stylish, a bag that was easy to maintain yet looked beautiful. Pregnant with my first child, I found myself on 40-minute daily commutes, using that precious time to problem solve and dream up a canvas roll-top bag that would incorporate innovative design elements. And thus, the iconic roll-top bag was born a turning point that encapsulated my vision for Hide & Hammer.
Growing Together
As time went on, and especially during the challenges of Covid, I realised I couldn’t do it all alone. Balancing the demands of being a working mum of two with my husband’s shift work, I faced burnout head-on. That realisation led me to build a collaborative, supportive team a family of passionate artisans dedicated to our craft.
Our Ethos & Craftsmanship
At Hide & Hammer, quality is at the heart of everything we do. We create our bags in small batches using only the finest materials:
GOTS-Certified Canvas & Italian Leather: Hand-selected for durability and beauty.
Traditional Hand Tools & Meticulous Finishing: Every piece is hand-finished, each leather detail is scrutinised by hand to ensure it meets our high standards.
Expertise Rooted in Decades of Experience: I spent nearly a decade hand-stitching leather and crafting fine leather goods, giving me the instinct to feel and define quality.
I hire team members from backgrounds in luxury, fashion, and interior design, ensuring that every bag is made with precision and care. If a product doesn’t meet our rigorous standards, it simply goes into the “naughty corner".
Meet the team
Nancy - Workshop Assistant
Nancy joined our team in 2024, Working closely with Polly. Nancy handles cutting, folding, stitching, hammering, and inspecting every product in our workshop. Quick to learn and incredibly hardworking, Nancy is known for her precision she won’t tolerate vague measurements, ensuring every detail is perfect.
Lisa – Outworker, Highly Skilled Seamstress
Lisa’s expertise in seamstressing is evident in every tie-top bag we create. Her exceptional eye for detail and flawless stitching elevate the aesthetic and durability of our products. She affectionately calls our older workshop machines “dinosaurs,” adding a touch of humor to her precise work.
Issi – Outworker, Leatherworker and Seamstress
Issi is a true pioneer—a multi award-winning leader in saddlery whose skills in leatherworking and seamstressing are second to none. When she works with us (fitting her schedule as she juggles multiple projects), her work shines through in every meticulous detail. Her exceptional bridle work, showcased at irbridles.co.uk, is a testament to her passion and expertise.
Our Promise
We are committed to your satisfaction and the long-term quality of our products. Every Hide & Hammer bag comes with a one-year guarantee, and we offer repair services, spare parts, and reproofing sprays to ensure your bag stays in pristine condition for years to come. When you choose Hide & Hammer, you’re not just buying a bag you’re investing in a legacy of handcrafted quality.
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