I'm Dani
One of the UK's few professional female leather workers with a responsibility to uphold the Heritage of Leatherworking; which goes back thousands of years!
Everything is traditionally handcrafted, products are customisable and nearly everything can be personalised. I am on a mission to provide high-quality Leather products that are practical, beautiful and most importantly - will last a lifetime.
I am a plastic-free business and work with as many small independent businesses as possible to responsibly source my materials.
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Leather Gifts with a Twist
As a female leatherworker, with a unique perspective, I use traditional skills and a modern twist to bring to life your unique custom designs using true luxury leather.
Just because Leather is Practical, long-lasting, sustainable and better for the environment than other alternatives doesn't mean it can't be absolutely beautiful and any colour you can think of!
Leather is a natural product and all hides will vary slightly, with some small natural marks and scars.
Find out more about the leather and materials we use below.
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Our commitment to sustainability is embedded in every piece we create. By selecting our leather goods, you champion a lifecycle where quality endures, and waste diminishes.
You are not only embracing the tradition and heritage of a timeless craft, but playing a pivotal role in propelling us towards a circular economy.
Why buy cheap, buy twice, when you can buy once from DD Practical.
Practical Dani
I am a self taught Leatherworker and Lighting & Sound Technician working in the Live Events and Theatre Industry. I am also a Virtual PA! You can find me in my Studio making Leather gifts, at my Mac helping other businesses with their admin or travelling the country to work a Musical or Conference or Awards Ceremony. Three VERY different careers but all something I am incredibly passionate about.
I am a BIG personality, SUPER-organised, and I am passionate about Stationery, Leather, Wood, Camping, LEGO, Chicken Nuggets, fancy coffee, Highland Cows, getting my nails done and having bright hair.
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Practical Dave
I am the 'IT GUY', Sound Engineer in the Live Events and Theatre Industry and a HGV driver. I spend my time travelling for Industry work, driving round the country for various companies or sat on the sofa behind my laptop working on the IT stuff.
I am passionate about all things IT, fixing up vintage vehicles (we have a 1972 VW Bay Window Campervan currently in bits on the drive), Real Ale, Camping, LEGO (we have an entire shelf dedicated to Lego), Star Trek and anything Sci-Fi including all things Space! I love a curry and can often be found down the TikTok rabbit hole. I'm rather partial to puppy videos.