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Gemma Gilleard
Personalised A5 monogrammed leather journal by Hord

Celebrating Back to School the Hôrd Way

"The things that make me different are the things that make me." - Winnie the Pooh With the new academic year just around the corner and "Back to School" emblazoned in every shop window, it's time to unfortunately face it, summer is nearly over.  Are you feeling stressed about your new academic year at school or university? Every year I always faced a little bit of anxiety when September came around, especially when I was embarking on a new school year in a new college, school or university.  There is something about heading off somewhere new that can always be a little daunting....

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Christmas gifts those who are hard to buy for

Christmas gifts for those who are hard to buy for

We've compiled a list of firm favourites and gift ideas for the person who has everything! Is there always someone you struggle to buy for when Christmas comes around? Take a look at our gift guide for some inspiration...

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Gemma Gilleard

Then & Now, 10 Years of Hord

Well, looking back, it's safe to say our designs have come a long way… and so have our wrinkles! Hôrd started back in 2011 when I (Gemma) found myself repairing vintage leather flasks. I had a bag of leather remnants that I would engrave with all sorts of designs and patchwork them together into a leather wrap. They were rugged little beasts that really celebrated the texture and colour of the leather.  Some of the old flasks, from cowhide to sheepskin, using remnants taught me how to work with different leathers through much trial and error At first, Hôrd began...

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Gemma Gilleard

Real Weddings - A Beautiful Way to Reveal your Elopement through Gifting

In this post we showcase how our topographic collection made the perfect wedding gifts for our couple in the wake of Covid

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