{"title":"Crosby","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese bags all come from the iconic Crosby saddle line. Crosby Saddlery dates back to 1946, when it began producing English saddles in Walsall, England—a town renowned for its leatherworking traditions. Crafted by skilled saddlers at Crosby House, each saddle was individually signed by its maker, reflecting a commitment to quality and artistry. The brand gained prominence with models like the Prix des Nations, known for their minimalist design and exceptional balance, making them a favorite among riders for decades\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"crosby-hotspur-lea-with-green-gusset","title":"Crosby Hotspur Lea with Green Gusset","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bag that invokes memories of hours in the saddle, riding your first clear round, and hand-grazing the trusted schoolmaster who taught you all the basics. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hotspur Lea is named after the dark bay thoroughbred gelding with whom I learned many horsemanship lessons in my youth. It maintains the saddle flap shape, and you can see all the details and wear patterns of decades of use. The blend of old and new leather with all the authentic marks of use make this a unique and handsome statement piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe saddle that was used to make this bag was a vintage Crosby Prix de Nations, featuring a rich reddish brown color. I used a cream waxed thread to highlight the hand stitching and shape of the bag, and a grass-green vegetable tanned gusset to give it a pop of color and contrast against the brown. The crossbody strap is made from a Crosby stirrup leather, and the shoulder straps offer multiple comfortable ways to wear it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 13\"x12\"x5.5\" at all of the widest points. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misty Meadows Leatherworking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44825769181380,"sku":"","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/1845\/6004\/files\/DSC_0079-2.jpg?v=1746556621"},{"product_id":"crosby-hotspur-lea-with-green-gusset-copy","title":"Crosby Hotspur Lea with Navy Gusset","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the second saddle flap bag made from the Crosby Prix de Nations saddle. The other one has a green gusset and shoulder straps; please see my other listing to view photos of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bag that invokes memories of hours in the saddle, riding your first clear round, and hand-grazing the trusted schoolmaster who taught you all the basics. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hotspur Lea is named after the dark bay thoroughbred gelding with whom I learned many horsemanship lessons in my youth. It maintains the saddle flap shape, and you can see all the details and wear patterns of decades of use. The blend of old and new leather with all the authentic marks of use make this a unique and handsome statement piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe saddle that was used to make this bag was a vintage Crosby Prix de Nations, featuring a rich reddish brown color. I used a cream waxed thread to highlight the hand stitching and shape of the bag, and a navy blue vegetable tanned gusset to give it a pop of color and contrast against the brown. The crossbody strap is made from a breast collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 13\"x12\"x5.5\" at all of the widest points. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misty Meadows Leatherworking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837990367428,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/1845\/6004\/files\/PXL_20250510_145715971.jpg?v=1747056034"},{"product_id":"crosby-tempi-navy-messenger-bag","title":"Crosby Tempi Navy Messenger Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Tempi Messenger bag combines the flap from a Crosby saddle with a new blueberry colored leather body. Other details include an HDR stirrup leather, a billet, and a billet keeper to combine old and new in this messenger bag. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bag is entirely hand-made by me - I choose well-loved but quality saddles that are no longer useful as saddles, and design purses that can allow them to be loved again. I design each bag individually, paying homage back to the original saddle and equestrian style. The centerpiece of this purse is the skirt from a Crosby Prix de Nations jump saddle. For the rest of the purse, I then select some new leather - for this one, the body is made of a gorgeous blueberry oil tanned leather. I also utilized the billet strap and billet keeper, as well as a stirrup leather as an adjustable strap. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 10\" wide, 10.5\" tall, and 4.5\" deep (gusset)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misty Meadows Leatherworking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838154338500,"sku":"","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/1845\/6004\/files\/PXL_20250510_150015074.MP_2.jpg?v=1747058159"},{"product_id":"crosby-half-pirouette-with-green-gusset","title":"Crosby Half Pirouette with Green Gusset","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Half Pirouette bag combines the skirt from a Crosby saddle with a new grass green colored vibrant vegetable-tanned gusset, rich brown body, and black oil-tanned flap for durability. Other details include a Crosby stirrup leather and a billet combine old and new in this messenger bag. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bag is entirely hand-made by me - I choose well-loved but quality saddles that are no longer useful as saddles, and design purses that can allow them to be loved again. I design each bag individually, paying homage back to the original saddle and equestrian style. The centerpiece of this purse is the skirt from a Crosby Prix de Nations jump saddle. For the rest of the purse, I then select some new leather - for this one, the body is made of a gorgeous velvety brown vegetable-tanned leather with a bright green gusset that provides a pop of vibrancy, and a hardier oil-tanned black flap. I also utilized the billet strap with the Crosby stirrup leather for the crossbody strap. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 10\" wide, 8\" tall, and 4\" deep (gusset)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misty Meadows Leatherworking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838407307460,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/1845\/6004\/files\/DSC_0044_b9e1b787-744b-42d9-ad25-3ec85e6c88be.jpg?v=1747070291"},{"product_id":"crosby-forward-seat-saddlebag","title":"Crosby Short Stirrup Saddlebag","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Short Stirrup saddlebag utilizes the seat and panels from a Crosby Prix de Nations saddle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a super handy size - just the right size for your phone, wallet, sunglasses, and keys! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bag is entirely hand-made by me - I choose well-loved but quality saddles that are no longer useful as saddles, and design purses that can allow them to be loved again. I design each bag individually, paying homage back to the original saddle and equestrian style. The centerpiece of this purse is cut from the panels (yellow leather) and seat (rich brown) of an Crosby jump saddle. A bit of new vegetable-tanned leather provides a vibrant pop of green along the gusset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures approximately 8\"x7\"x3\".\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misty Meadows Leatherworking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838412746948,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/1845\/6004\/files\/DSC_0106.jpg?v=1747070774"},{"product_id":"green-crosby-half-halt-saddlebag","title":"Green Crosby Half Halt Saddlebag","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Half Halt mini saddlebag combines the flap from a Crosby Prix de Nations saddle with a new grass-green vegetable tanned gusset. Other details include the original billet strap and a black webbed rein for the strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a super handy size - just the right size for your phone, wallet, sunglasses, and keys! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bag is entirely hand-made by me - I choose well-loved but quality saddles that are no longer useful as saddles, and design purses that can allow them to be loved again. I design each bag individually, paying homage back to the original saddle and equestrian style. The centerpiece of this purse is cut from the flaps of a Crosby close contact saddle. For the rest of the purse, I then select some new leather - for this one, the body is made of a vibrant green vegetable tanned leather.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI hand stitch all my bags with the \"saddle stitch\" when creates a long lasting and secure bag. My saddle bags are unlined in order that they may be cared for indefinitely as a saddle would be - with normal water, saddle soap, and the occasional oil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 8.5\" tall, 5.25\" wide, and 2\" deep (gusset)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misty Meadows Leatherworking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45033647440068,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/1845\/6004\/files\/HalfHalt_1_1_9a967257-df16-4385-bbd8-2159fec451b5.jpg?v=1753114502"},{"product_id":"olive-green-crosby-half-halt-saddlebag","title":"Olive Green Crosby Half Halt Saddlebag","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Half Halt mini saddlebag combines the flap from a Crosby Prix de Nations saddle with a new olive-green vegetable tanned gusset. Other details include the original billet strap and a black webbed rein for the strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a super handy size - just the right size for your phone, wallet, sunglasses, and keys! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bag is entirely hand-made by me - I choose well-loved but quality saddles that are no longer useful as saddles, and design purses that can allow them to be loved again. I design each bag individually, paying homage back to the original saddle and equestrian style. The centerpiece of this purse is cut from the flaps of a Crosby close contact saddle. For the rest of the purse, I then select some new leather - for this one, the body is made of a vibrant green vegetable tanned leather.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI hand stitch all my bags with the \"saddle stitch\" when creates a long lasting and secure bag. My saddle bags are unlined in order that they may be cared for indefinitely as a saddle would be - with normal water, saddle soap, and the occasional oil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 8.5\" tall, 5.25\" wide, and 2\" deep (gusset)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misty Meadows Leatherworking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45033661300932,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/1845\/6004\/files\/Half_Halt_2_1.jpg?v=1753114712"},{"product_id":"burgundy-half-halt-with-billet-keeper-flap","title":"Burgundy Half Halt with Billet Keeper Flap","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Half Halt mini saddlebag combines the inner flap from a Crosby Prix de Nations saddle with a new burgundy oil-tanned gusset. Other details include a Courbette billet keeper and braided leather reins for a strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a super handy size - just the right size for your phone, wallet, sunglasses, and keys! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bag is entirely hand-made by me - I choose well-loved but quality saddles that are no longer useful as saddles, and design purses that can allow them to be loved again. I design each bag individually, paying homage back to the original saddle and equestrian style. The centerpiece of this purse is cut from the flaps of a Crosby close contact saddle. For the rest of the purse, I then select some new leather - for this one, the body is made of a vibrant red leather.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI hand stitch all my bags with the \"saddle stitch\" when creates a long lasting and secure bag. 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