Episode 30 - Yusuf Osman

Episode 30 - Yusuf Osman

From The Saddler's Post by Christian Lowe

February 26, 2025 · 1h 18m · Episode 30

About this episode

Yusuf Osman discusses his journey in leather craftsmanship and building a meaningful life through traditional techniques.

YUSSICO is a leather goods label and consultancy founded by award-winning designer and leather craftsman, Yusuf Osman. A lawyer turned leather advocate; his work he shares his journey of building a more meaningful life by slowing down, reconnecting with craftsmanship and appreciating natural materials. Yusuf was introduced to the world of traditional British leather craftsmanship during a weekend course in the Cotswolds. Over the past decade, he has been building his knowledge through sustained study and learning all over the world. A winner of the Leathersellers’ Award for three consecutive years, his work has been exhibited in the UK and Asia and is recommended by the Homo Faber Guide. He has been a judge for the Design-A-Bag Competition and for the Heritage Craft Association, has walked the runway at London Fashion Week and has been interviewed for numerous press and podcast features as a leading industry voice. The UK's foremost authority on fine saddle-stitched leather goods and a Freeman of the Leathersellers’ Company, he has taught leatherworking to hundreds of students from across the globe, including a number of very famous faces. He has worked with international brands…

People in this episode

Host: Christian Lowe

Guest: Yusuf Osman

Topics covered

  • leather craftsmanship
  • design
  • art
  • education
  • sustainability
  • entrepreneurship

Keywords

  • leather goods
  • craftsmanship
  • Yusuf Osman
  • saddle-stitched
  • design
  • workshops
  • sustainability

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: YUSSICO, Leathersellers’ Company, Homo Faber Guide, Design-A-Bag Competition, Heritage Craft Association, Jo Malone, eBay, ACAVA, NHS, Lewisham Council

Places: Cotswolds, UK, Asia, London, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Milan

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