Leatherworld

Forgetful Friday!
I meant to post these pictures for Throwback Thursday…but…here we are!
A couple of pictures from our very first 2015 setup and locations in The Green Door Garden and Lois Lane.
We’ve come a long way!
Thankyou for your patronage and for supporting us and all the and
You can find us at Duncan Farmers Market on Ingram Street in historic
Saturday’s 9:00-2:00

We’re all set up at in city square next to
There’s a lot to see and do during the annual and

Come early to get a good parking spot!!!!
, Duncan Farmer's Market, Downtown Duncan BIA
There’s so much to do at this fun family friendly event!
You can find us on Craig Street next to City Hall!
Extended hours 9:00-3:00

2015 was our first time attending Duncan Farmers Market!
I’ll try to find a picture to share, we were set up in The Green Door Garden!
Where have the years gone!

Come check us out and all the other fantastic vendors for this Saturday’s extended hours 9:00-3:00!
Duncan Days is a fun family event with so much to do!

✨Extended Hours✨

For this upcoming market, July 13th we have extended hours, 9am to 3pm! You might notice a layout change, we are not on Ingram Street due to the Duncan Day Parade. You can find over 90 vendors in the City Square and on Kenneth Street!

📅 Date: This Saturday, July 13th
💙 Duncan Day Market
🕘 Extended Hours: 9 AM - 3 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Duncan

✨ Enjoy a unique free event and discover fresh local produce, handmade crafts, delicious treats, and live entertainment. It’s a perfect outing for the whole family! 🎶👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Don’t miss out on this celebration of community and local goodness. See you there! 💙

Local Produce | Local Artisans | Local Food | Local Music | Local Everything

To find out where your favourite vendor is located, visit our market map to get your bearings: https://duncanfarmersmarket.ca/vendor-map/

Leather Valet Trays to keep all your pocket essentials in one place!

Great Groomsmen gifts!
Great Birthday gifts!
Great Anniversary gifts!
Great Shopping Ahead for Christmas gifts!
Great Gift for Yourself gifts!
Great Just Because gifts!
$30.00 each

You can find us at Duncan Farmers Market Saturdays 9:00-2:00 in historic

🇨🇦HAPPY CANADA DAY🇨🇦
Have a safe long weekend!
See you next Saturday at Duncan Farmers Market

HERE IT IS!
We asked for your feedback and you delivered! Thankyou!
This one of a kind tote bag showcasing a well healed brand is a definite show stopper!
Rainforest Green, 5/6 oz cowhide.
$175.00
You can find us every Saturday at Duncan Farmers Market on Ingram St 9:00-2:00 in historic

Every now and then I get a hide with a nicely healed brand!
The question is-
Do I incorporate it into a tote bag?
Or cut around it?
This one is especially large which would nicely cover one side of a tote bag.
Thoughts?

Summer is officially here!
Our Passport Covers and Dopp Kits are essential packing items!
We’re here to keep you organized!
(Passport Covers also fit US passports) You can find us on Ingram St every Saturday 9:00-2:00 at Duncan Farmers Market in historic Downtown Duncan BIA
Proud to be a part of this market!

💙 FATHERS DAY 💙
Tearing your hair out trying to figure out what to get Dad for Father’s Day?
Chuck that crappy belt and buy him a quality handmade leather belt made right here in Maple Bay!
We’re at Duncan Farmers Market Saturday’s 9:00-2:00

Did you know about Duncan Farmers Market new dog policy?
We have short leather leashes- 30”, 40” and 48” very resonanbly priced at $35!
We have them at the market every Saturday 9:00-2:00

🐾 Exciting News for our Furry Friends! 🐾

Attention, Duncan Farmers Market community! We're thrilled to announce our new dog policy to make your market experience enjoyable for everyone, including our four-legged companions. 🌈🐶

🔗 **Leash Guidelines:** Dogs are welcome on a short leash (4' or under). No retractable leashes, please. Owners must have full control of their furry friends.

🐕 **Behavioral Expectations:** Reactive, loud, or aggressive dogs will be kindly asked to leave the market. Let's keep the atmosphere paws-itively friendly!

💩 **Clean-Up Reminder:** Owners, please be responsible and clean up after your pets. Dogs that leave an unwanted mark on a vendor's products will be asked to leave, while owners are welcome back without the problem dog.

🆔 **Emergency Precautions:** Ensure your pup's safety with an ID tag or tattoo in case of emergencies. It's better to be safe than sorry!

🌡️ **Hot Weather Advisory:** On scorching days (30℃+), consider leaving your furry pals at home. The asphalt can be sizzling at 50℃+. Please avoid leaving dogs in cars on hot days.

🚫 **Respectful Socializing:** This isn't a doggy social hour – it's an opportunity for your furry friend to pay attention to YOU. If you'd like your dog to meet another, kindly ask the owner before approaching.

👮‍♀️ **Enforcement Notice:** Our dedicated management and staff will enforce these rules. We reserve the right to remove dogs not adhering to the guidelines. Let's create a safe and enjoyable space for everyone!

🙌 We appreciate your cooperation in making the Duncan Farmers Market a welcoming and pet-friendly environment. See you at the market, leash in hand! 🐾🍇 🌽🛒

New leather Dopp Kits!
Limited availability!
Once they’re gone they’re gone!
This leather blew us away with its rich camouflage pattern in Olive Green and Earth Brown!
Father’s Day is coming 😉
Check them out tomorrow Saturday 9:00-2:00 at Duncan Farmers Market in historic

Check us out this Saturday at Duncan Farmers Market in historic Downtown Duncan BIA from 9:00-2:00
BTW our Passport Covers also fit
US passports 🇺🇸
Safe Travels everyone!

Organized chaos 😵‍💫
Trying to catch up and be ready for tomorrow!
We’ll be at Duncan Farmers Market 9:00-2:00
Year round market every Saturday!
Check us out…great place to bring out of town guests this long weekend!

Mother’s Day is just over a week away and if you’re looking for a gift that lasts and she will love, look no further!
This beautiful green 5/6oz full grain cowhide is at the end of its run. I only had enough to make 2 more totes so when it’s gone it’s gone!
We’re at Duncan Farmers Market Saturday May 4th 9:00-2:00
(We will not be at the market on May 11th)

If you were at Duncan Farmers Market last Saturday you may or may not have seen this Jolly Ol’Elf picking up his new belt! (He’s very good at blending into a crowd!)
I’ve made several Santa belts over the past few years. The hard part is getting a large cowhide to cut a strip long enough to accommodate Santa’s girth!
Looking forward to seeing Santa again in December!

#😉

After 45 years it’s probably time to break in the new mallet!
The new mallet is my 3rd.
My 1st mallet, Mrs Leatherworld snapped in half….don’t ask!
We’ll be at Duncan Farmers Market tomorrow Saturday 9:00-2:00
In historic

We’re here!
We’re set up!
Check us out at Duncan Farmers Market
Summer hours 9:00-2:00 every Saturday!
Bring your sunglasses 😎

Spotted in Downtown Duncan BIA

We are a year round market in the heart of Downtown Duncan!
Proud vendor at Duncan Farmers Market
Thankyou for supporting local!
See you Saturday!

No more sleeping in!
Duncan Farmers Market starts an hour earlier as of this Saturday, April 6th!
If you’re traveling this year, we’ve had rave reviews on our Passport Covers, Dopp Kits and Minimalist Card/Cash Wallets.
Check us out!
Everything in my booth is handmade by me, right here in

We’re back at Duncan Farmers Market this Saturday, March 30th in historic Downtown Duncan BIA
Check us out and all the makers, bakers and growers!

The forecast for today isn’t looking good. This rain is too hard on our products so sadly we have had to make a difficult decision to cancel our first market of 2024.

You’ve asked and so we decided…WHY NOT!!!
Travelling made easy when you have to produce your passport on a frequent basis. These 3-4oz cowhide leather passport wallets protect your passport and have extra pockets for cards and cash! Only $55.00
🇨🇦Handmade right here in Maple Bay🇨🇦
We’ll have these at our first market of 2024 at Duncan Farmers Market in historic Downtown Duncan BIA this Saturday 10:00-2:00
Looking forward to being back!
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One of my favourite things to do on holidays is visit farmers markets in other countries that feature artisans. While on our break we had the great pleasure of meeting three leatherworkers in New Zealand.
Paul at Eysink Leathercraft in Paihia NZ hand stitches everything! His selection of hats is top quality! I truly felt his steampunk leatherwork was a labour of love. Harder leather is his preference for his work.
Also in Paihia we met Jose at Skin to Skin Leather Goods. She has a great selection of cross body bags, hats and children’s slippers made from softer leathers.
In Napier NZ we met Angie at Puketitiri Leather Goods Angie hand stitches all her work. Great selection of crossbody bags and travel bags. She uses a combination of soft and harder leathers.
We found all these leatherworkers so friendly, inviting and willing to share their art with us. There’s just something about traveling so far and meeting artisans with the same passion for leatherwork as ourselves!
Paul is on IG and FB
Angie is on FB
Unfortunately we can’t find a link for Jose.
Please check them out, like and comment on their pages!

Well our break is almost over and we’ll be back at March 23rd from 10:00-2:00!
Picked up a few hides from in Nanaimo which has kept me busy.
Looking forward to getting back into a routine again!

TBT
It's the nineth anniversary of turning that key for the last time!
Leatherworld started on Douglas Street July 1st 1978 on a hope and a prayer. We then moved to the Yates Street location September 1st 1986. I remember our move being on a really tight budget. We actually moved the clicker by forklift through the side streets of Victoria. Many friends and famiy helped throughout the years to build Leatherworld to its fullest potential and wind it down for it's retirement. We remember you and thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
We'll be back at Duncan Farmers Market at the end of March after a much needed break.