The designer and manufacturer of ‘Simply E Designs’, Emma Stinson, tells her story of how three generations of saddlery family skills have been passed down to her.  Emma hales from a local family of saddlers ‘Stinson’s’. Emma designs and manufactures a sustainable high-end fashion accessory brand.

In this exhibition she demonstrates her story through her leather handbag range.  She explains that “mixing old with new” is possible as she keeps both the traditional leather craft alive as a testament to her family heritage, while creating contemporary accessories for the modern wearer. Each one of her handbag creations shows individuality alongside offering a timeless investment for your wardrobe.