Ame Stevens, Leatherworking

Ame Stevens, from Bristol, has spent the last nine years working as a shipwright and joiner, primarily focused on the conservation and restoration of traditional fishing vessels. They were awarded a training bursary in 2026, to fund a nine-month training programme focused around instrument cases, including one-to-one tuition with Katy Warriner focusing on traditional tub making, short courses with Nigel Armitage in saddle stitching and bag design, and essential tools and materials.