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Saddlery Services You Didn’t Know You Needed: Repair, Restoration, and Custom Adjustments
- Lucy
- Mar 7
- 5 min read
When you think of The Irish Saddler, what probably comes to mind is our huge collection of saddlery and leather goods—pieces that are carefully crafted with traditional skills and techniques. While we absolutely love designing brand new items that fit your unique needs, that’s only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what we can do for you!
At The Irish Saddler, we offer a wide range of saddlery services that go beyond the creation of new products; helping you extend the life of your beloved gear and ensuring it continues to perform at its best. From saddle repairs to leather restoration, custom alterations, and even tailored design services for businesses, interior designers, and movie productions, we’re your go-to place for all things leather and saddlery. Let’s dive into the services you didn’t know you needed (but absolutely do)!
1. Saddlery Repairs: Giving Your Gear a Second Life
A well-crafted saddle, bridle or harness is more than just a piece of equipment—it’s an investment in you and your horses safety and comfort, as well as your overall riding experience. Over time, however, saddles can start to show wear and tear. Whether it’s a worn-out stirrup leather, a broken cheekpiece, or a stretched-out girth strap, saddlery repairs are a key service we offer to help bring your gear back to life.
At The Irish Saddler, we specialize in precise, high-quality saddlery repairs, no matter how big or small. We take great pride in our ability to fix everything from minor repairs to major overhauls. We use the same meticulous craftsmanship that goes into our custom creations, ensuring your saddlery items work just as well as, if not better, than the day you first bought it.
Stitching repairs: When the stitching starts to unravel or fray, we can replace or reinforce your items using the unbeatable hand saddlers stitching to restore the items strength and integrity.
Strap replacement: Keep your saddle, harness and bridle usable by replacing or repairing damaged or stretched strapwork.
Collar & Pad Relining: If your collar lining has become motheaten or torn we are able to recover using our traditional collar check, wool serge or tattersall check.
Our repair services not only save you money compared to purchasing a new item, but they also allow you to continue using the gear you know and love, keeping it in top condition for years to come.
2. Leather Restoration: Bringing Your Treasures Back to Life
Leather is a beautiful and durable material, but even the best leather can show signs of age. Leather restoration is an essential service we offer to breathe new life into your old gear, making it look and feel as good as new. Whether it’s your favourite bag, an old family heirloom, or a cherished leather memento, we can restore and revive your leather goods with expert care.
Safari Chair Refurbishment Cleaning & conditioning: Over time, leather can dry out, crack, or become stained. We’ll clean, hydrate, and condition your leather to bring back its rich texture and appearance.
Colour restoration: If your leather has faded or lost its lustre, we can restore its original colour and finish, or even re-dye it to a shade that better suits your style.
Repairs for cracked or damaged leather: If your leather has become worn, torn, or cracked, we can expertly repair or patch it to ensure it’s as strong and beautiful as it was when it was first crafted.
Restoring your leather gear can help preserve its beauty and functionality, ensuring that you don’t have to replace expensive items unnecessarily.
3. Custom Modifications: Tailoring Your Gear to Your Exact Needs
Sometimes, even the best purchase doesn’t quite meet your needs the way you want it to. That’s where our custom modifications come in. We can make subtle or significant adjustments to your existing gear to ensure it fits perfectly and suits your unique requirements. Whether it’s adjusting a harness to better fit your horse or adding a special feature to your dog lead, we’ve got you covered.
Saddlery adjustments: If your bridle or harness isnt quite fitting, we can work with you to find the best way to adjust your fit for best performance and welfare.
Leather modifications: Need a custom strap, buckle, or special feature? We can modify existing items to better suit your preferences, making sure it functions exactly the way you want it to.
Custom tooling and decorations: If you want your purchase to reflect your personality, we can add custom tooling, embossing, or colour accents to make it truly yours.
At The Irish Saddler, no job is too big or too small, and we’re always up for a challenge. Whether it’s small tweaks to your current gear or a complete overhaul, we work with you to create a product that meets your exact specifications.
4. Consultation and Price Points: We Work with You
We understand that our services are often an investment, and that’s why we take the time to consult with you about your needs and budget.
When you come to workshop for repairs, restoration, or custom adjustments, we’ll talk you through the different price points and timeframes for each option, ensuring you’re getting the best service for your budget.
Whether you need an immediate repair or a longer-term restoration project, we’ll work with you to determine what’s best for you and your gear. We offer different levels of service to accommodate varying budgets, from quick fixes to comprehensive repairs or custom modifications.
5. Bespoke Services for Interior Designers, Movie Productions, and Businesses
At The Irish Saddler, we don’t just work with individual riders—we also offer completely custom leather items for a range of industries. Whether you're an interior designer looking to create bespoke leather home furnishings, a movie production company needing custom props or horse dressings, or a business looking to create unique promotional items , we can help bring your vision to life.
Custom leather furnishings: We work with interior designers to craft bespoke leather furniture and décor pieces that add sophistication and luxury to any space.
Movie props and costumes: We’ve collaborated with film and television productions to create authentic leather props, horse dressings, and accessories that stand out on screen.
Corporate branding: Looking to create custom leather goods for your brand? Whether it’s leather-bound notebooks, engraved keychains, or branded accessories, we can help you create unique items that represent your business.
From luxury leather features to movie-quality harnesses, we provide high-quality, custom-made leather pieces that make a lasting impact.
Get in Touch with The Irish Saddler Today!
Whether you're looking to repair a treasured satchel, restore an old leather memento, or create a completely custom leather piece for your business, The Irish Saddler is here to help. We offer a range of services designed to give your gear, décor, and accessories a new lease on life, tailored to your unique needs. Get in touch with us today to discuss your project, and let’s make your leather items look and function better than ever before!
Get in touch for a consultation either by emailing theirishsaddler@gmail.com, phoning (0044) 7920636850 , or check out our online store to explore our handcrafted leather products and services. Your gear deserves the best—let us help you give it the attention it needs!
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