Jason Stocks-Young

Jason Stocks-Young is founder of Diamond Awl Leather Worksop. As a passionate leatherworker he learnt his craft from a traditional saddle-maker and was immediately drawn to the artistry and precision that went into each piece of leather. As his skills and knowledge grew, Jason felt a deep desire to share his love of leatherworking with others and began teaching workshops, passing on the techniques and knowledge that he had learnt from generations of leather workers.

Jason’s passion for traditional leatherwork is recognised through his television work, which includes the BBC2 series Made in Great Britain, which celebrated the rich manufacturing in the UK, and The Saved and Remade Workshop currently on Discovery. He is a member of the Guild of Master Craftsman and is also on the Equity Advisory Council for The Crafts Council, championing black diversity in the craft sector. Currently a member of the judging panel for Collect Open 2024, part of the Collect fair at Somerset House in London organised by the Crafts Council.