Leather Shop

Captain Eames Media

The Leather Shop Podcast is hosted by Matt Roach, a leather crafter eager to learn and have interesting conversations with craftsman from across the globe.

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20 episodes
Updated June 25

Episodes20

Newest first

Starting a Leather Supply Business: The Leather Reserve
A bag maker becomes a leather importer — and shares his wet-forming and four-needle stitch tricks along the way.
June 25 · 1 hr 15 min
Alexis Saab on launching Back Home, expanding beyond custom sneakers, and building a leather goods brand
Alexis Saab returns to talk about moving from custom sneakers into small leather goods, building Back Home, simplifying logos for leather, and what shoemaking teaches you about precision.
May 15 · 1 hr 17 min
Inside Korea’s Leather Culture: Mike of BulSae Leather on Craft, Culture & Reinvention
Mike from BulSae Leather joins Matt in this deep‑dive into Korea’s vibrant leathercraft culture. Starting with a single wallet and fueled by a passion to “make things that last longer than our lifetime,” Mike has built BulSae Leather into a small but mighty workshop known for its clean design, uncompromising hand‑work, and thoughtful storytelling. In this episode you’ll hear how a childhood fascination turned into a full‑time craft, why the name BulSae—Korean for “phoenix”—represents both heritage and reinvention, and how Mike balances tradition with modern tools in a world where “handmade” is often gate‑kept. 💬 Join the Leather Shop Discord 🧰 Check the Amazon Tool List 👉 Follow on Instagram: @leathershoppod 👉 More episodes: leathershoppod.com 👉 All links & resources: Linktree Support us on Patreon
February 24 · 1 hr 20 min
Essential Leatherworking Tools: Smart Buys and Costly Mistakes to Avoid
A practical guide to choosing the right leatherworking tools for beginners and experienced makers — save money and avoid costly mistakes.
Oct 30, 2025 · 1 hr 20 min
Fine Leatherwork & Exotic Leathers with Treve Cambridge
Techniques, tools, and challenges in luxury leathercraft
Oct 3, 2025 · 1 hr 28 min
Inside Mack Provisions: Baseball Gloves, Canvas, and Craft
From Canvas Tents to Custom Gloves: A Leatherworker’s Journey
Aug 13, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min
Trap Shooting & Leathercraft: Stevie from Hellbound and Back Leather
Stevie of Hellbound and Back Leather joins Matt to talk trap shooting, creative process, and what it's like crafting for a niche market few dare to touch. From trauma tech to artisan, Stevie shares how leatherworking became her stress relief—and later, her business.
Jul 9, 2025 · 1 hr 12 min
You Asked, We Answered: Maker Q&A with Bow the Maker (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our maker Q&A, Shane Bowman is back with Matt to tackle more of your leathercraft questions. This episode is all about tools, technique, and getting real about the ups and downs of making. Whether you're a beginner wondering how to design your first pattern or an experienced maker.
May 20, 2025 · 1 hr 11 min
You Asked, We Answered: Maker Q&A with Bow the Maker (Part 1)
From Game to Keepsake: Transforming Baseball Mitts into Timeless Leather Heirlooms
Apr 14, 2025 · 1 hr 10 min
Handing Down History: Upcycling Baseball Mitts into Heirloom Leather Goods with Stitch & Roe
From Game to Keepsake: Transforming Baseball Mitts into Timeless Leather Heirlooms
Feb 3, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
From Hollywood Sets to Crafting Masterpieces: Justin of Wylie’s Wood and Leather on Finding Purpose and Passion
How Justin of Wylie’s Wood and Leather Turned a Hollywood Career into Crafting Timeless Wooden and Leather Goods
Dec 30, 2024 · 1 hr 35 min
From Knives to Leathercraft: How Corbin Lane Built a Leather Business from Passion
Turning Passion into Profit: How Corbin Edwards Built Corbin Lane Leather Co. from Knife-Making to Leathercraft
Oct 21, 2024 · 1 hr 14 min
Crafting the Perfect Baseball Glove: An Inside Look with Scott Carpenter
This episode offers a captivating inside look at the intersection of sports and craftsmanship. Learn how a leather baseball glove is made.
Aug 5, 2024 · 1 hr 18 min
From Engineering to Crafting: Mastering Blacksmithing and Leatherwork with Zach Herberholz
Ever wondered how an engineer becomes a master craftsman?
Jul 8, 2024 · 58 min
Episode 18: Kayleena from Wrackline Leatherware
Explore the Art of Leathercraft with Kayleena from Wrackline Leatherware: A Journey of Creativity, Business, and Passion.
Jun 3, 2024 · 1 hr 29 min
Episode 17: Shane from Bow the maker
Behind the Bench: Navigating the Nuances of Leathercraft and Industrial Design.
Apr 22, 2024 · 2 hr 14 min
Episode 16: Alexis Saab Custom Shoes
Crafting Custom Shoes: Exploration of Leatherwork, Tools, Techniques and Trends
Mar 4, 2024 · 1 hr 49 min
Episode 15: Ben from Benjamin Bott
Ben and I had an awesome conversation talking about everything from his amazing edge finishing to production work as a sole proprietor and more.
Jan 29, 2024 · 1 hr 29 min
Episode 14: Justin from Norfolk Handmade
Justin and I had a great conversation spanning from design to his journey into Leathercraft and much more.
Nov 28, 2023 · 1 hr 32 min
Episode 13: Dave from Smith + Parka
Dave and I had an awesome conversation talking about everything from being a small business owner in New York to how he has worked to hone his skills into making one of the most popular up and coming sling bags. We talk about his long term goals and how to foster a community around your product
Oct 11, 2023 · 1 hr 17 min

Leather Shop

Starting a Leather Supply Business: The Leather Reserve

Alexis Saab on launching Back Home, expanding beyond custom sneakers, and building a leather goods brand

Inside Korea’s Leather Culture: Mike of BulSae Leather on Craft, Culture & Reinvention

Essential Leatherworking Tools: Smart Buys and Costly Mistakes to Avoid

Fine Leatherwork & Exotic Leathers with Treve Cambridge

Inside Mack Provisions: Baseball Gloves, Canvas, and Craft

Trap Shooting & Leathercraft: Stevie from Hellbound and Back Leather

You Asked, We Answered: Maker Q&A with Bow the Maker (Part 2)

You Asked, We Answered: Maker Q&A with Bow the Maker (Part 1)

Handing Down History: Upcycling Baseball Mitts into Heirloom Leather Goods with Stitch & Roe

From Hollywood Sets to Crafting Masterpieces: Justin of Wylie’s Wood and Leather on Finding Purpose and Passion

From Knives to Leathercraft: How Corbin Lane Built a Leather Business from Passion

Crafting the Perfect Baseball Glove: An Inside Look with Scott Carpenter

From Engineering to Crafting: Mastering Blacksmithing and Leatherwork with Zach Herberholz

Episode 18: Kayleena from Wrackline Leatherware

Episode 17: Shane from Bow the maker

Episode 16: Alexis Saab Custom Shoes

Episode 15: Ben from Benjamin Bott

Episode 14: Justin from Norfolk Handmade

Episode 13: Dave from Smith + Parka