Kattasche

Kattasche is a small leather atelier based on Dharawal Country, NSW.
I specialise in designing and making unique custom leather bags and accessories, combining traditional craft with minimalist design and vibrant colours inspired by the stunning Illawarra landscape. I fell in love with leather during my childhood, which was predominantly spent in the stable with horses, and by discovering leather as a working material in costume workrooms on film and in theatre. Leather has many great properties for creating, but above all, it’s one of the most sustainable and most versatile materials we have for the fabrication of useful and beautiful objects.

Kattasche is also the confluence of 20 years of my experience as an artist working across a wide range of projects in the performing and visual arts. It brings together my passion for creating with my hands; my sensibilities as a costume designer when I co-create a bespoke bag with a client; and my passion for sustaining our beautiful planet and heritage crafts. 

When you order from me you don't just buy a product. Every piece is created especially for you, regardless of whether you decide to purchase one of my designs, or if you prefer to discuss a custom piece.