Misty Meadows Leatherworking
Rob Roy Macgregor Sporran
Rob Roy Macgregor Sporran
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Get ready for summer Highland Games Festivals and Renaissance Faires! Handmade entirely by me in my shop from designing and measuring to cutting, hole punching, and hand stitching.
This bag can be worn by women or men as a belt bag or Scottish sporran.
The fabric is a wool blend of the Rob Roy Macgregor tartan, woven by hand on old world looms. The leather is black oil tanned leather, which is super hardy. It gains character with use and is water resistant. The concho on the flap displays a Celtic spiral shield.
The Rob Roy Macgregor tartan is shown in artwork of Rob Roy from the period. Rob Roy Macgregor was a 17th century Scottish outlaw in the Jacobite Rebellion of 1689. A novel by Sir Walter Scott titled Rob Roy further cemented his fame in Scottish folklore and history.
This sporran/belt bag uses a magnetic button closure, and the belt loops on the bag make it easy to add to any outfit. The loops accommodate up to a 1.5" belt. If you would like a different type of connector or different sized loops, please reach out and we can probably figure something out. If you want a custom tartan bag, I can do that! Timeline will be a few weeks as I may need to order the specific tartan you want (I only have about 25 varieties on hand).
Care Recommendations
Care Recommendations
Cleaning: Gently wipe with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust. For a deeper clean, use a leather cleaner suitable for high-quality leather.
Conditioning: Apply a premium leather conditioner periodically to maintain suppleness and prevent drying or cracking. I recommend Effax Leder Balsam. *** Note! Be very careful applying conditioner to ANY gusset. The gusset leather I use is all "new" leather - it may discolor with oil or other agents. If this happens, I recommend applying the product to the entire gusset to ensure an even color when it dries.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use a dust bag if available to protect it from scratches.
Moisture Caution: A small amount of water won't harm the leather, but if it becomes heavily wet, allow it to air dry naturally and condition it afterward.
NOTE: For any Nubuck leather, ONLY use special nubuck/suede cleaner!!!
Reused Leather
Reused Leather
Each leather piece tells its own story. The reclaimed materials naturally bear marks and imperfections from their storied past, which only enhance the character of this unique bag.
Please note that when you buy an item made of leather, especially reclaimed/upcycled leather, there are differences in color and texture than that of a mass produced, big box store item. This is what gives natural materials their character, and with reclaimed materials, show the love the leather received over decades of use. With new leather (some parts of this item) you may see original differences in the hide which is a reflection of the cow it came from. Colors are different from screen to screen (phones/tablets/computers/etc), and while I do my best to photograph items in natural light, there is always the possibility that your device shows the color differently. I am happy to take additional photos by request.
Craftsmanship
Craftsmanship
100% handmade - from design, cutting, punching, and hand stitching by me in my little workshop in VA. Every bag is unique due to this process, and I only use high quality materials to augment the repurposed saddle leather.
The Saddle Stitch is the stitching method that I utilize, rather than relying on machines or other quicker and more efficient methods. This time-honored method ensures robust construction; even if one stitch falters, the integrity of the seam remains intact, reflecting true artistry and personal dedication. All major luxury brands (Hermes, Gucci, Ferragamo, etc.) use this method to ensure high quality end products.
