Your Craftsman
The designer behind Your Craftsman and its collection of handmade leather products is Nilesh Ladd, who hand-cuts, hand-dyes, and sews each and every product presented on this site. In many ways, however, he doesn’t do this alone.
The influences of those who came before him are alive and well, as craftsmanship runs in his family. Both his grandfathers as well as his father were carpenters and potters. Their mentorship and expertise taught him the importance of valuing quality and taking pride in his work.
Nilesh Ladd’s artistic journey began at Montreal’s renowned College LaSalle, where he sharpened his skills in fashion design. There he honed his ability to seamlessly blend design with functionality, enabling him to develop a deep respect and appreciation for high quality fabrics and leather.
Nilesh Ladd’s design philosophy? Contemporary, sustainable, practical with polished and refined design elements. His bespoke handmade leather products are things of beauty, living well beyond mass-produced goods.
Design and leathercraft will always be a family affair. “Thanks for stopping by! Take a look around and breathe in that amazing scent of fresh leather – it’s the smell of quality!”