Leather Goods in Chinatown, Vancouver, BC

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Erin Templeton

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511 Carrall Street, DOWNTOWN, Vancouver, V6B 2J8

604 682 2451

Erin templeton was born and raised in the mountains outside of Vancouver, Canada. she began making leather accessories in 1999, while studying shoemaking at Cordwainer's College in London, England. she continued to study leatherwork in Australia, and once home in Vancouver, she began concentrating on handbags. by 2007, her studio graduated from renting the boiler room of a local tailor shop to the actual tailor shop, where she opened her studio/storefront to the public in Vancouver's historic Chinatown. a vintage buyer by trade, erin always found the masses of unloved leather inspiring, as each piece is a reminder of who it once was. all designs are lovingly handmade in-house in recycled leather, imported cowhides, or a selection of exclusive and locally tanned elks and bison. truly the biggest part of the story is recognizing and uniting the elements. erin's fascination with the past informs designs that aim to defy trends. she uses minimal hardware and simple, strong construction, which allow people to adjust, change, and make pieces their own. it is her hope that each piece is able to be a life long friend, and to mix freely with new and vintage pieces.

Erin Templeton's leather goods store in Vancouver is praised for its unique selection of beautiful vintage items and well-made leather products. Many customers appreciate the quality and affordability of the items, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. Some have had positive experiences with custom orders, while others have found great bargains.

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