Nicola Watson Leatherwork

Nicola Watson Leatherwork Master Saddler, Leatherworker & Designer, side saddle specialist. I am now a Master Saddler. In spring 2013 I was awarded a QEST scholarship.

I trained at Cordwainers Technical College in saddlery, harness making and bridlework, and I completed my saddlery diploma in 1996. The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust is a charitable organisation run by the Royal Warrant Holders Association. It helps to promotes excellence in traditional crafts by enabling skilled craftsmen and women to fund training in their field of expertise. My scholarship was awarded for further training in side saddle repair and manufacture.

New inset doeskin seat on this beautiful old Owen side saddle.
27/03/2026

New inset doeskin seat on this beautiful old Owen side saddle.

07/01/2026

Have you ever thought about having a beautiful leather item made? Whether it is a bespoke bridle, bag, box or any other leather item you can think of, hand stitching adds skill and personality.

When buying a hand stitched crafted item from a Saddler, you are buying durability, if a stitch is broken it is less likely to run along the whole row making it more durable and safe. You are also buying uniqueness, stitching is almost a Saddler's signature, many Saddlers can recognise each others work by the stitching style (who knew?!)

To find a Saddler near you go to https://www.mastersaddlers.co.uk/members/

Celtic pattern silver plated buckle on a navy pull-up leather, which means that the leather becomes a lighter colour whe...
03/01/2026

Celtic pattern silver plated buckle on a navy pull-up leather, which means that the leather becomes a lighter colour when bent or scratched, giving it a weathered style.

21/11/2025

We are looking to loan a companion pony for my 14hh cob mare. Must be able to live out with shelter, good temperament essential, would suit an older, retired pony. We are based in the Hastings area. Please send me a DM.

Refurbishment of vintage Swaine Adeney Brigg shooting stick.
06/10/2025

Refurbishment of vintage Swaine Adeney Brigg shooting stick.

Thank you Belinda Wilkins
16/07/2025

Thank you Belinda Wilkins

Before and after, releathering bellows.
07/05/2025

Before and after, releathering bellows.

Classic leather keyfob. Original 1970s Chrysler badge mounted onto new leather keyfob.
07/03/2025

Classic leather keyfob. Original 1970s Chrysler badge mounted onto new leather keyfob.

Side saddle fitting in the snow this weekend.
12/01/2025

Side saddle fitting in the snow this weekend.

New inset doeskin seat, new doeskin covered heads, new flaps and skirt on this old Champion and Wilton, appears to be da...
16/09/2024

New inset doeskin seat, new doeskin covered heads, new flaps and skirt on this old Champion and Wilton, appears to be dated 1914 on the label.

FOR SALE: 16 1/2" medium width side saddle, with maker's plate 'Successor to A. Fulton, 86, George St, Edinburgh '. Orig...
21/06/2024

FOR SALE: 16 1/2" medium width side saddle, with maker's plate 'Successor to A. Fulton, 86, George St, Edinburgh '. Original seat, off side flap (including handkerchief pocket) and skirt. New Mayhew style stirrup bar; nearside flap, strapwork and panel made by Mr Huline Dickens to the highest standard. Barely used since; excellent show condition, well balanced panel. Seat 13 1/2" at widest point, 16" between wood of points. Includes stirrup leather and iron. £3000. Located in East Sussex.

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Saint Leonards

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