Hodinkee - Rolliefest 2025

One of my handmade watch mats made a subtle appearance in photos from Hodinkee’s coverage of Rolliefest 2025.

As someone who’s been following Hodinkee for years, seeing one of my pieces captured in their photography feels surreal. The event brought together some of the most passionate collectors in the watch community, and knowing that one of my mats was part of that atmosphere is something I’ll never forget. A huge shout out to my friend Taylor Pickard of South House Brewing in Nashville, GA for making this such a surreal moment for me.

I make these mats as a clean, durable workspace for watches during photography, travel, or daily wear. To see one in use at an event like this feels like the craft has come full circle.

You can check out the full article and photos here:
Hodinkee: Photo Report – Rolliefest 2025

This small feature reminds me why I started Slipshod Leather in the first place. To make simple, heirloom-quality goods that find their way into moments that matter.