William Allott Workshop — East London
I handmake leather goods in my small workshop in East London. I love the process, the material, and sharing the things I make. Everything is made to order, so tell me if you'd like something personalised.
The pieces
Each piece is made by hand once you order it. Tap a photo to see more angles, follow the Buy link to pay securely through Stripe, and get in touch first if you'd like embossed initials or anything bespoke.
Handmade, full-grain leather belts. Black or brown vegetable-tanned leather with a brass or silver-coloured buckle. All hardware from legendary East London leather shop J.T. Batchelor. A belt made to measure is a treat, and will last for decades.
BuyA classic leather tool case — hardwearing and practical. Perfect for craft or art materials, tools, or any bits and bobs you'd like to keep together and safe. It ages beautifully, darkening with time and light.
23cm × 12cm × 10cm
BuyA shoulder bag to keep your essentials at hand — just the right size for your phone, wallet and keys. Adjustable matching shoulder strap and a magnetic closure. Why not add a matching card holder?
BuyHandmade, full-grain leather passport wallet to last a lifetime of travel and adventure. A slot for your passport, two card slots, and a section for anything else — a vaccine record or boarding pass.
BuyA slim wallet with two sections, holding up to four cards. It ages beautifully with use, and makes a great gift.
BuyA bigger wallet with card slots and room for notes, available in a range of leathers and customisable to suit you. Let me know what you have in mind.
BuyMade-to-order leather straps for cameras and binoculars, in black or brown, with Peak Design Anchor Link connectors so they're quick to attach and swap between bodies.
BuyA snug, full-grain leather sleeve that slips over your phone to protect it in a bag or pocket. Made to fit your model. Get in touch with your phone and I'll make one to suit.
Enquire to orderA considered gift
A handmade leather piece makes a thoughtful gift that only improve with use and age. Every item is made to order, so there's time to make it personal.
About
I love making things out of leather — satisfying, timeless items that age beautifully with use. I started making wallets for myself, moved on to passport covers and belts as gifts for friends, and I'm really excited to now be selling my pieces.
I'm always trying out new items, and I've been expanding the range as time has passed. You can follow my progress on Instagram. I get a great deal of satisfaction from making, and I love how tangible the progress feels when I'm saddle stitching.
I hope you like my work. If you choose to buy something, I hope it's a pleasing item for a long time to come.
Will
To order, follow the Buy link on a product. As everything is handmade it takes a little time — pieces are typically made and shipped within 2–4 weeks. See the FAQ for more.
Postage is £5 for UK mainland addresses, added at checkout through Stripe. Other shipping is possible — drop me an email and we'll sort it out.
Vegetable-tanned leather only improves with use. A little looking-after keeps it at its best — see the leather care guide.
Ethical considerations
I make my pieces using vegetable-tanned leather. Tannins from trees preserve the hide, in a process that has been used for over 5,000 years. Leather is biodegradable and repairable, and it's a byproduct that would otherwise often be wasted. The usual alternative is plastic, which is rarely biodegradable and far harder to repair. Leather ages beautifully with time, and I hope you choose to buy and cherish one of the pieces I've enjoyed making.
Contact
Send me an email, a message on Instagram, or use the form. Let me know what you're interested in ordering, and whether you'd like personalised initials on the piece.
Last updated: December 2025
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William Allott — sole trader.
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