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Large Leather Block Bag

Name: Large Leather Block Bag
Brand: C -ET- C
Price: 180.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£180.00

A beautifully crafted, unlined crossbody bag made from the finest vegetable-tanned leather, thoughtfully designed with a discreet stud closure at the base.

Handmade with passion and care by Cowrice Studio in Bristol, England.

A tribute to the art of traditional leather-smithing. Every stitch and detail is meticulously crafted, ensuring a timeless piece that will only get better with age.

Vegetable tanned leather is such a tactile and alluring material. As it ages, it transforms, developing a rich, unique patina that tells the story of your journey. Each bag carries the subtle marks and grain patterns that make it truly one of a kind, a reflection of the natural beauty of the leather and the hands that shaped it.

Vegetable tanned leather accessories are companions that grow with us over time, gaining character and personality as they reflect the moments and memories we create. The leather’s natural ageing process adds depth, warmth, and a sense of authenticity, making them deeply personal accessories.

MEASUREMENTS:
Height: 14cm
Width: 22cm
Depth: 4cm

Made with British Oak Bark Tanned Leather, sourced from the esteemed J&FJ Bakers tannery in Devon, England. The rich, earthy tones of the leather evokes the beauty of the British countryside.

This item is handmade to order, ensuring that every detail is crafted just for you. As each bag is made by hand, please allow 2 - 6 weeks for delivery from Cowrice’s workshop in Bristol, straight from the makers hands to yours.

No returns, but exchanges are welcome.

Free shipping on all UK orders.

Free shipping on all international orders over £150.

Each product is shipped direct from the maker, straight from their hands to yours.

As each product requires a different amount of time to craft, please check each maker’s individual shipping time above.

Sustainability is central to everything we do at C -et C.

From the materials we source to the way each piece is thoughtfully designed, we’re committed to creating products that are not only beautiful but built to last.

We work closely with a community of independent artisans, each selected for their dedication to quality and craft. Every item is made with care, intention, and a deep respect for the environment.

Traditional Leathersmithing

Philip and Grace are self-taught leatherworkers, following Japanese craftsmanship practice - with Grace trained in Clothing Studies and Philip in traditional leather shoe making.

Oak Bark Tanned in Devon

Leather is sourced from J&FJ Baker & Co, Britain's only remaining traditional oak bark tannery - using locally sourced hides treated on-site over a 15-month process.

Made from their home studio

Every Cowrice piece is handmade by Philip and Grace themselves, from their home studio in Bristol — nothing is outsourced or mass-produced.

"Do what you like to do with passion, and not to please the audience." - Philip & Grace from Cowrice Studio

SELF-TAUGHT LEATHERCRAFT

Cowrice is the creative partnership of Philip Lau and Grace Kwok, who have worked together for 20 years across mediums including lino printing, woodwork and photography.

Their leather workshop began in Hong Kong, where they ran it together for a decade before relocating to Bristol with their two daughters, continuing their craft under their own name, Cowrice Studio.

Self-taught in leatherwork and inspired by Japanese craftsmanship, Philip and Grace design with a focus on simplicity, form and everyday use - many pieces start life as their own daily essentials before becoming part of the collection.

Each accessory is hand-finished from their home studio using oak bark tanned leather from J&FJ Baker & Co, Britain's only remaining traditional tannery of its kind, and takes between one and three days to complete depending on style and size.

Handmade by

Philip & Grace from Cowrice Studio

Bristol-based leatherworkers Philip Lau and Grace Kwok are the creative duo behind Cowrice, self-taught in leathercraft and inspired by Japanese craftsmanship, designing pieces built for simplicity and daily use.

Techniques & Materials

Hand-crafted using traditional, self-taught leatherworking methods, with oak bark tanned leather from J&FJ Baker & Co in Devon.